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Man Kicked off Airplane for…Cursing?

Man Kicked off Airplane for...Cursing?A Brooklyn, New York man is considering a lawsuit after he was allegedly kicked off of a carrier flight for cursing. The Detroit Free Press has more:

Robert Sayegh was on a Delta Airlines carrier flight home from his cousin’s wedding in Kansas City when he said a flight attendant overheard him complaining about a 45-minute delay to a fellow passenger.

“It’s ridiculous and embarrassing,” the television producer and children’s book author said this morning from his home in Brooklyn. “I was just kind of talking to the guy sitting next to me. I said ‘What is taking so long?’ I said “What the ‘F’ is going on?’ ” Sayegh said. “I could see if I directed it at (the flight attendant), but I didn’t even speak to him.”

Atlantic Southeast Airlines Flight 5136, which had been taxiing on the runway, turned around and Detroit Metro Airport Police boarded the plane to escort Sayegh off.

The airline put Sayegh on a later flight and apologized for any inconveniences that resulted from the incident (the company is currently investigating what happened). While airlines do reserve the right to remove people who are disruptive, Sayegh adamantly denies doing anything more than using the F-word in a conversation with the passenger sitting next to him. The Huffington Post has an interesting take on the matter:

Either way, you can add swearing to the growing list of things that might get you kicked off your flight including: being too fat to fly, being too tall, and having strong body odor.

One blogger, though, thinks something may be fishy about Sayegh’s story. The Stir’s Jeanne Sager writes:

…there’s something about Sayegh’s whole story that just doesn’t sit right with me. He contacted the media immediately in Detroit after being escorted off a flight, ostensibly for letting loose several F-bombs.

Naturally there’s the he-said, she-said part of this. Sayegh says all the cursing was done to a fellow passenger, so he shouldn’t have been kicked off. Delta says it’s completing an internal investigation, but they put him on a later flight to Newark, and he got home alright. I’m not saying either one is lying, but who is the naughty one here?

We don’t know. Nobody knows, save for maybe the passengers who were there, the flight attendants, and Sayegh himself. Still, this whole story has shaped up into the classic case of “lazy American can’t ever take responsibility for his own screw-up in a bad situation.” His cursing started the ball rolling, and now we have to listen to him whine on the news ad infinitum about how he’s been wronged.

A number of media outlets are listing what may be Sayegh’s web site. We’ll have to wait and see how the details unfold on this one, but whose side are you on — the airline‘s or the alleged victim’s?

Comments (91)

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  • nomercy63
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 8:42am

    Airline passengers rules!!!!
    #1 Shower before flying
    #2 Dress properly
    #3 Do not speak no one want s to hear you
    #4 have paperwork ready to go
    #5 have security items ready to go
    #6 Follow instructions
    #7 do not have more then 1 alcohol beverage
    #8 do not tell me about anything your life
    #9 Shut you screaming brat up
    #10 go to the bathroom before boarding
    #11 do not carry things that you know are not accepted
    Feel free to add to the list !!!!

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  • china clipper
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 8:37am

    Good for Delta!

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  • Gonzo
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 8:34am

    …But it‘s OK if you’re the Vice President.

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  • Twit123
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 8:20am

    I would not sit next to Sayegh. His name sounds like a muslem and I would be very scared. Good riddance!

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  • Islesfordian
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:59am

    This is the second stupid thing involvoing Delta in a week. First charging our soldiers returning from the field baggage fees and now this. What is wrong with them? You don’t treat your customers or our military this way and stay in business.

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  • Claymore Clacker
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:55am

    Since when does being “in this day and age” make garbage acceptable? Words have meaning and represent concepts and envoke images. Its a matter of morals.
    You can’t “this day and age” that out of the public conscience. And you shouldn’t expect everyone to accept the same crap that you do. That would be too much like control and inposing your standards on others, wouldn’t it?
    Which brings us to that one-way-tolerance that’s so popular “in this day and age” with some people.

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  • The Bagginator
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:39am

    It use to be that cursing in public, especially using the F*bomb, would get you kicked out of almost anywhere, or even arrested.

    Its still as offencive today, but mostly overlooked even when its in front of kids.

    There is a sub-culture in the country … and I do mean sub … that uses mo-fo and seeee-it and suck mah d*ck as if it was oxygen. When‘s the last time you’ve seen anyone taken to task on that?

    It would be discriminatory to try to admonish that BS, so its pretty much ignored from anyone.

    Animals and wannabe animals foul the air everywhere.

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    • Italia
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 2:03pm

      TO: The Bagginator who wrote:
      “It use to be that cursing in public, especially using the F*bomb, would get you kicked out of almost anywhere, or even arrested…”
      ^^^^^^^^^^^^
      Not in America, sorry. We have freedom of speech in this country, and this poor guy wasn’t even talking to the Flight Attendant who in my view violated his privacy by listening in on his private conversation and then tried to sabotage the guy for exercising his free speech rights.

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  • MattO
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:16am

    It amazes me to no end, that this day and age, a “WORD” spoken without intent to insult can bring disgust and anger to some. They’re just words.

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    • ADNIL
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:50am

      I disagree. Words are one of the most powerful things on the planet. They can be used to inform, enlighten, deceive, and intimidate others, among other things. When I was a child, foul language always upset me because it was the percursor to violence. When I was older, I used it myself to defuse the power these words had over me. Now I find them completely boorish and totally and instantly lose respect for those that use these words casually. I hear this language frequently used by children on the playground when they are trying to act cool, grown-up, important, or to intimidate others. It appears to me that adults do the same thing.

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    • Italia
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:41pm

      TO: ADNIL who wrote:
      “I disagree. Words are one of the most powerful things on the planet…”
      ^^^^^^^^^^^
      Maybe that’s why our forefathers decided to write freedom of speech into our laws, because they were aware of overly sensitive people trying to control other people’s speech and opinions. In this case the guy wasn’t being either political or personal, he was just speaking rhetorically.
      So when else would a perfect “freedom of speech” defense be appropriate. In fact, if someone wanted to get really, really silly, the passenger might claim a violation of privacy since his comments weren’t directed at the flight attendant but were actually “overheard.”
      I think the flight attendant went way too far in turning the plane around and nearly having a person arrested simply for an innocent use of a curse word. Pretty soon someone will try to sue claiming their child overheard a bad word and is now scarred for life?
      Ease down people.

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  • Joe
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:13am

    Wiskey-Tango-Foxtrot

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  • daveleeander
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 6:47am

    I’m tired of people thinking that they can talk that way without bothering other people. I would have kicked the loud mouth off also. I would say that even if he was talking to the passenger next to him, he was talking loud so that every one could hear him. These type folks like to be the center of attention, and cursing like that makes him believe he is. What a loser. His vocabulary is as small as his mind.

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  • mikiegro
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 6:04am

    I did not know Blagojevich could fly on planes.

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  • comeANDtakeIT_78629
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 5:06am

    If what he said is true, there‘s no reason he should’ve gotten kicked off the plane! But if it was otherwise, and a lot more occured than just the F Bomb being dropped he deserved to get kicked off. For those of you who are *itching and complaing because he used the word and said it the peson next to him, get over yourselfs! It’s not like he cursed the entire plane out, passengers & flight crew. We call curse every now and then.. GET OVER IT!

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  • TH30PH1LUS
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 4:46am

    Hey kids, wayyyyy back when I was your age flying in planes was considered a special and exciting adventure. Seats were large and comfy – the airlines hired attractive ladies who served steaming hot meals during the flight, as well as coloring books – and if you were really good sometimes they’d give you a special pin with wings. People were free to light up a cigar or cigarette at certain times in flight. Family and friends walked you right up to the gate – so you could say your goodbyes and hug/kiss grandma one last time before boarding.

    Now it’s like a concentration camp where you are frisked, X-rayed, detected, sniffed, and scanned. Tired grumpy people tell you how big your bags can be and how much they can weigh. Everyone is paranoid and ready to blow their temper at the drop of a hat. A tiny plastic bag with pretzels or peanuts MIGHT be served. Seats have shrunk to accomodate the (now expected) practice of over-booking flights. You pray that you don’t have to squeeze in next to a large person or a parent of a 2 year old who has inevitably learned their parenting skills from either (a) hippies (b) Oprah (c) a pack of wolves.

    Sorry for the rant, just another American frustrated by what we’ve allowed to happen to ourselves. IF the guy was cussing a blue streak, then that will be easy to verify from the other passengers. Keep your head down and make no sudden moves – this is the way to fly the friendly skies.

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    • usmc1063
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 8:21am

      I have to totally agree on this one. When I was a young man people watched their mouths for the most part. Of course there where a few slip ups but only with the milder versions of profanity. Back then there was a thing called common decency and a man would never drop the F bomb in front of women and children. Now don‘t get me wrong I’m no prude but I do have the common sence not to unlease such a tirade in public. The problem here is my generation the “Boomers” They took and shook the core of society with it’s all about me ideals attitude. Their Idea’s about freedom and how society should act is way different than from mine. If you don‘t agree with me look at the two generations and compair note’s. My parents generation would easily win hands down in most categories of life. People then were more ethically and morally bound than today. Granted they had their problems but they overcome them with logic and mutual agreement. Today it’s the single person society and his onemindness that rules over the majority. I just have one question. Whatever happened to “Majority Rules”? It’s just dying off like my parents generation along with morallty and ethical behavior.

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    • booger71
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 10:23am

      Whatever happened to “Majority Rules”

      According to our Founding Fathers, individual rights are sacred, and should be defended. The “majority rules” concept is nothing more than mob rule, and they warned against it. With that being said, although I occasionally use foul language, I don‘t use it in a public setting or to someone I don’t know out of respect. I must agree with TH30PH1LUS though, flying use to be fun. I would rather just take a leisurely drive from coast to coast now.

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    • Italia
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:57pm

      Very well said TH30PH1LUS, I couldn’t have said it better myself !

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  • GadsdenPatriot
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:54am

    Freedom of speech prevails. This is nothing more than a reflection on the lack of morals and class in society. It was stupid but my ears would perk up much more if I head someone utter, “allah akbar.”

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  • BOMUSTGO
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:03am

    Should have kicked him off at cruising altitude!

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  • RepubliCorp
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 2:29am

    Whatever happen to the friendly skies?

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  • SilentReader
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:36am

    It‘s interesting that people don’t think there are consequences for their aberrant behavior anymore. Hey, I bet there’s more to this story though.

    I’m curious as to why you posted his website though. Don’t you think that might be helping to reward his bad behavior?

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    • Italia
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:55pm

      I didn’t see anything in the article that accused this guy of “bad behavior”. What I read was that a Flight Attendant overheard a conversation, which could, arguably, be considered a violation of privacy.
      People who are too sensitive and can’t bare contact with the average person ought NOT to be a flight attendant whose duties require constantly dealing with average people.

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  • Superwalrus
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:27am

    What a bunch of bulls shed…I mean c’mon man. Oh yeah I blogged today, a random video blog I think you can get there by clicking my name on here…it entertains me anyway. VV Victory and Peace . TV

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  • Captain Crunch
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:06am

    I think I’ll do a “Paul Harvey” on this one and wait for the rest of the story.

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  • Cold War Vet
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:58am

    You should save your dirty talk for the TSA gropers…

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  • JUSTANOTHEROPINION
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:13am

    I for one am feed up with all the foul language in public, however, before such a drastic measure as was taken a warning should be given.

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    • the_ancient
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:09am

      I am tired of thin skinned goody goody complaining about everything that “offends” their little ears

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    • jcannon98188
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:30am

      You know, there used to be a thing called common courtesy. Its called being respectful, maybe you should learn how to do it.

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    • teddrunk
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 5:34am

      I‘m so tired of the foul mouthed clowns that think it’s fine to act like a 2 year old and throw a fit all the while cussing in front of people that don’t want to do it. Find me an adult that swears, and you’ll have found a pinhead like Biden.

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    • melmatmic
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 11:10am

      It is against the law in some places. I heard of some guys canoeing on a river that were cutting up and cursing and some woman heard them and complained to the park police and a citation was issued.

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    • Italia
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:43pm

      You may want ot consider residing in another country, because here in America we have this thing called “freedom of speach” and my guess is, that law was put in place so people woundn’t have to figure out who like what before one could speak.

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  • poorrichardsnews
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:09am

    Speaking of airport security, the TSA has backed off of earlier comments that it is considering banning photography at checkpoints. http://poorrichardsnews.com/post/6511683742/tsa-backs-off-of-banning-phography-at-airport-security Score 1 for the constitution. Now if we rid of the TSA altogether.

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  • RedJacket
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:06am

    w t f !!!!

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  • chips1
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:05am

    That’s a real sexist thing to………Oh. You said cursing. I thought you said nursing. Never mind!!!

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  • bullcrapbuster
    Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:01am

    Kick the foul mouthed lout off.

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    • CatB
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:08am

      Sounds like he was looking for a lawsuit…..

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    • banjarmon
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:09am

      He’s a terrorist because he dropped the “F” BOMB.

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    • cheezwhiz
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:10am

      He contacted the media immediately in Detroit after being escorted off a flight
      ————
      Very wise move methinks
      Now the thugs of TSA /government will think twice before attacking him on behalf of the airline

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    • NuffSaid
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:14am

      Strip search anyone from Brooklyn! Email the photos to 142,000 tweet-niks! Stop this insane freedom of speech idea in the bud!

      BY the way, I think what was missing was “F**u Delta Attendant.”

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    • GBMBulletsSKNRD
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:49am

      He is a dope.

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    • Oil_Robb
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:58am

      I side with the guy that got kicked off the plane………..The politically correct male sodemite that was poring the coke went over board on this one

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    • GONESURFING
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 2:48am

      It’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it.

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    • the_ancient
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:08am

      I cant wait until you have the Strip down, be issued jump suits and a muzzle, just to be squeezed in a tin can and be left to roast on the tarmac for hours, while not getting any drinks or being able to pee…

      And paying $$$$$$ to do it…. Yea for the Airlines, Yea…….

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    • sissykatz
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:09am

      I bet he watched what he said on the later flight. I also bet if he did any curse words they were under his breath. lol.I do no believe his side of the story. The pilot would not turn the plane around, miss his turn for take off and be late getting to next destinaton just for one F word. It sounds like he was probably upset, loud and obnoxious and cursing and making a scene. I just can’t imagine it the way he said.

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    • Eric_The_Red_State
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 3:39am

      Was it Rahm Emanuel?

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    • EddardinWinter
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 6:04am

      Flying sucks. Too little info here to decide if its an overzelous flight crew or the guy was just a d@%*.

      I am gonna save a bunch of money on glasses, razors, mouthwash/toothpaste, and hats after episode 9!

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    • DimmuBorgir
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 7:53am

      guess the fruity flight attendant didn’t like such harsh language

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    • Flagwaver
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 9:56am

      If I am speaking to someone in a private conversation, without threats or being too loud, and someone overhears my private conversation and is offended, then wouldn’t that be their problem? If they are offended by what I am saying, then why were they listening in the first place?

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    • Cerealface
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 10:15am

      Someone that can’t appreciate how far humans have come to be able to fly should be kicked off a plane.

      ‘Props’ to the flight attendant.
      I like puns.

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    • old white guy
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 11:32am

      you ^%*^%$^%(**&^*^ who cares. lets all stop flying.

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    • Hula Calhoun
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 11:50am

      What is it with so many Blaze articles quoting and/or having links to the Huffington Post? Ariana Huffington sits on the board of one of George Soros’ organizations. Is The Blaze becoming a mouthpiece for Soros?

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    • BOMBMECCA
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:11pm

      Maybe you should consider travel to your destination Next time on a Greyhound Bus. The fact that you feel the need to shout profanities in a public area only confirms a lack of good judgment, The inability to have self control and a solid conformation of your white trash mentality. With that said, you indeed belong on such Mediocre means of travel as a Urine ridden, loud, annoying Greyhound Bus. I pay too much for my airfare to let my kids and family be bombarded by vulgar outbursts.

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    • No1YaKnow
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 12:19pm

      Quick! Scramble the military jets and descend upon the plane! Meanwhile, Yemeni charges cockpit screaming “Allahu Akhbar” and several passengers and flight attendants subdue him. Nothing else happens. Media ignores.

      WHAT THE H IS HAPPENING IN THIS COUNTRY???

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    • Italia
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 1:33pm

      TO: DimmuBorgir who wrote:
      “guess the fruity flight attendant didn’t like such harsh language”
      ^^^^^^^^^^
      I’m getting the feeling that our forefathers got enough of who-likes-what another person said and decided to write “freedom of speech” into our laws.
      I also think that some folks tend to over blow situations and display false outrage if they think they can bring somebody down on the basis of a person not being exactly perfect. I don’t think it’s right to immediately condemn and then ostracize ANYBODY because some little item about them can be criticized. That too may have prompted the almighty to say, “He who is without sin, cast the first stone.”

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    • Secret Squirrel
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 2:11pm

      .
      If you fly as much as I do, you‘d see this isn’t news.
      I’ve seen passengers kicked off because he dropped his bag in the isle.
      The flight attendant took that as an affront and she got him kicked off.

      I can’t wait until I can avoid the torture one must endure to get around the country.

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    • right-wing-waco
      Posted on June 14, 2011 at 2:29pm

      Perhaps it’s a scam to sue and make money.

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