In a disturbing altercation aboard a Jetstar flight from Hobart to Sydney, Analisa Josefa Corr, daughter of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos, was involved in a drunken brawl that has led to a ban on drinking in airports and on flights.
Booze Ban Imposed on Marcos Family Member Following Airline Altercation
Booze Ban Imposed on Marcos Family Member Following Airline Altercation
The Marcos heiress faces alcohol restrictions after a brawl on a Jetstar flight sparks legal trouble.
On December 29th, 2023, Ms. Corr and her husband, James Alexander Corr, were reported to have engaged in disorderly conduct while intoxicated, resulting in a police intervention after the plane landed. Australian police characterized their behavior as causing a "disturbance," with accusations levied at Ms. Corr of grabbing and shaking another passenger when exiting the aircraft restroom. The couple was ultimately escorted off the flight and faced charges for their actions.
Though they pleaded not guilty to charges of ignoring safety instructions and consuming unauthorized alcohol, they have accepted a temporary alcohol ban while out on bail. If convicted, both could face substantial fines of up to A$13,750 ($8,520; £6,925) for each charge, while Ms. Corr could also encounter up to two years in prison for the assault charge.
Additionally, the couple has been asked to post A$20,000 in bail, which may be forfeited should they violate any conditions. Analisa Corr, aged 53, is the daughter of Ferdinand Marcos and former Sydney model Evelin Hegyesi, making her the half-sister of current Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Her husband James, 45, is reported to be a former soldier.
Australian Federal Police have issued a statement reminding travelers to be cautious of their behavior in airports, asserting that increased patrols will be present during the holiday season to deter any form of disruptive conduct. “You don’t want to start the new year with a significant fine or worse, behind bars,” stressed AFP Sergeant Luke Stockwell.
Jetstar also commented on the situation, reinforcing their zero-tolerance policy for disruptive passenger behavior, emphasizing that passenger and crew safety remains their utmost priority.
Though they pleaded not guilty to charges of ignoring safety instructions and consuming unauthorized alcohol, they have accepted a temporary alcohol ban while out on bail. If convicted, both could face substantial fines of up to A$13,750 ($8,520; £6,925) for each charge, while Ms. Corr could also encounter up to two years in prison for the assault charge.
Additionally, the couple has been asked to post A$20,000 in bail, which may be forfeited should they violate any conditions. Analisa Corr, aged 53, is the daughter of Ferdinand Marcos and former Sydney model Evelin Hegyesi, making her the half-sister of current Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Her husband James, 45, is reported to be a former soldier.
Australian Federal Police have issued a statement reminding travelers to be cautious of their behavior in airports, asserting that increased patrols will be present during the holiday season to deter any form of disruptive conduct. “You don’t want to start the new year with a significant fine or worse, behind bars,” stressed AFP Sergeant Luke Stockwell.
Jetstar also commented on the situation, reinforcing their zero-tolerance policy for disruptive passenger behavior, emphasizing that passenger and crew safety remains their utmost priority.
