Summary
An Indiana couple was removed from an Allegiant flight after airline staff believed their baby had a fever due to her red face. The parents claim the redness was from crying and not illness. The airline states its actions were based on safety protocols.
Key Facts
- The incident occurred on an Allegiant flight from Punta Gorda, Florida, to Indianapolis.
- Sydney Tash posted a video on TikTok about being removed from the flight over concerns about her daughter's health.
- Tash said the redness on her baby’s face was due to crying, not a fever.
- Allegiant explained that staff decisions focus on passenger safety and can involve consulting medical experts.
- Allegiant staff cited the baby appearing “feverish” as the reason for removal from the flight.
- The couple was informed that police would be involved if they did not leave the plane willingly.
- Sydney Tash stated that no medical check was performed on her daughter to confirm illness before the decision was made.
