SIXTY-NINE-OLD Stephanie Banks, who was caught on a viral video being restrained by Fiji Airways flight attendants for unruly behaviour, was slapped with a $500 fine.

Ms Banks appeared at the Nadi Magistrate’s court on Thursday following her detainment. She appeared before Magistrate Semi Babitu charged with one count of unruly behaviour under the Civil Aviation Act.

In the viral videos, Ms Banks was seen being verbally abusive and refusing to adhere to instructions of the cabin crew and the pilot.

Ms Banks was initially ordered to pay a bail bond of $1000.

However, $500 was used for court costs and the other $500 was her fine.

Meanwhile, Fiji Airways maintained the safety of its passengers would be its highest priority and it would uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of unruly behaviour” on its flights.

“We are aware of an incident involving a passenger aboard flight FJ871 from San Francisco to Nadi on January 20, 2025,” a statement from the airline read.

“The individual in question exhibited abusive and unruly behaviour which necessitated restraint by our cabin crew to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all on board.

“Upon arrival in Nadi, the passenger was met by local law enforcement and has since been charged under Fiji’s Civil Aviation Act.

“Fiji Airways is committed to providing a safe and comfortable travel experience for all passengers and will continue to enforce strict measures against any actions that compromise safety and wellbeing onboard.”