British Airways Crew Sickened After Consuming Marijuana Gummies

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Three British Airways cabin crew members became ill after consuming marijuana gummies that were allegedly given to them by a passenger on a flight from England to Los Angeles. The airline confirmed the incident, stating that the affected crew members have since recovered. British Airways' policies prohibit the use of recreational and medical marijuana on all flights.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the risks associated with consuming unknown substances, even when offered by passengers. It also raises questions about airline policies and procedures for addressing potential substance abuse by crew members, as well as the broader legal and regulatory issues surrounding the use of marijuana, both recreational and medical, in the aviation industry.

The details

According to reports, the three cabin crew members ate gummies containing up to 300 mg of THC after the flight landed at Los Angeles International Airport. A British Airways spokesperson confirmed that a 'small number of our crew reported feeling unwell at their hotel and have since recovered.' The airline sent a replacement crew to operate the return flight, and there was no impact on customers.

• On February 11, 2026, the flight from England to Los Angeles landed at LAX.
• The three crew members reportedly consumed the marijuana gummies after the flight landed.

What’s next

British Airways is likely to review its policies and procedures regarding the consumption of substances by crew members, as well as explore ways to better educate and protect its staff from potential risks.