A 15-year-old British boy accidentally flew solo from Minorca to Milan’s Malpensa Airport after losing sight of his parents during August holiday disruptions. According to The Guardian, the teen—originally scheduled to return to London on a TUI flight—boarded an EasyJet aircraft unnoticed. Spanish police launched a search after his parents raised the alarm, with airport security footage in Mahon confirming he had departed for Milan.
EasyJet, which confirmed the incident, arranged for the boy’s mother to fly to Malpensa, where she landed around 8 p.m. The airline later coordinated their return to London. “We are investigating with Mahon Airport and our ground handling agent to determine how a minor traveled unaccompanied on the incorrect flight,” EasyJet stated, adding it “works closely with all airports to prioritize passenger safety.” Both the airline and Spanish authorities have opened inquiries.
In an unrelated incident*, ANSA reports a 10-year-old child was abandoned by his parents at Barcelona-El Prat Airport after they were denied boarding due to visa issues. The parents proceeded with their flight, leaving the boy at the terminal.