Naked Russian Man Causes Mid-Air Chaos, Denied Entry to Thailand

Bangkok — Thai authorities have denied entry to a Russian man after reports of disruptive behaviour aboard a flight from Nha Trang to Bangkok, officials said on 31 January 2026. Foreign media and passengers reported that the 41-year-old man acted erratically during the flight, allegedly removing his clothes, repeatedly running in and out of the lavatory, arguing with cabin crew and demanding that the aircraft door be opened. He was also heard shouting profanities in Russian and appeared to be intoxicated. The Airports of Thailand and Don Mueang immigration police confirmed the man arrived on Thai AirAsia flight FD647 from Vietnam on 29 January. During immigration screening, officers found him to be heavily intoxicated, incoherent and unable to explain the purpose of his visit. He was also deemed to lack sufficient means of support as required by law. Authorities said the man met the criteria of a prohibited person under the Immigration Act 1979 and was refused entry. He was deported back to his country of origin on flight FD646 at 7:55 on 31 January, officials said.