Source: BroBible
Summary
A deaf woman, Ashley Grey, was removed from a Frontier Airlines flight after allegedly failing to respond to a flight attendant’s instructions. However, Grey claims she was kicked off due to her disability, which was listed on her reservation. The airline disputes this, stating that Grey was removed for boarding with an open container of alcohol, which she allegedly consumed on board. Grey’s attorney has called the airline’s version fabricated and is threatening to file a lawsuit.
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Frontier Airlines’ version of events is that Ashley Grey was removed for having an open container of alcohol on board. The airline claims she consumed the drink and then handed over the container, which was affixed with a sticker warning that federal law prohibits carrying that alcoholic beverage on board.
Grey’s attorney disputes this, saying the airline’s version is fabricated and that she was actually kicked off due to her disability.
The incident has sparked serious backlash, with many commenters expressing outrage and support for Grey.
It’s just another day in the life of a deaf person trying to fly.
Author: Evan Null
