Britney Spears Sparks Controversy For Smoking On Private Los Cabos Flight

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Pop superstar Britney Spears found herself in a bit of turbulence recently, not in the air, but due to her actions on a flight departing from Los Cabos, Mexico. Reports from several news outlets indicate that Spears received a warning from authorities after she lit a cigarette while on board a flight to Los Angeles.

The incident occurred on a JSX charter flight, a service that offers a semi-private jet experience. According to multiple sources, including People magazine and reports referencing TMZ, Spears was seen drinking alcohol and then proceeded to smoke a cigarette during the journey.

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Flight attendants on board quickly intervened, asking the singer to extinguish the cigarette, a request with which she reportedly complied. However, the matter didn’t end there. Upon the aircraft’s arrival at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), authorities were present to meet the flight. Spears was subsequently issued a formal warning regarding the violation of regulations that prohibit smoking on aircraft. She was not detained and was allowed to leave after the warning.

In the days following the incident, Spears reportedly took to her Instagram account to address the situation. In a post, she acknowledged the event and offered an apology to anyone she may have offended. Spears explained that she had been drinking vodka, which she claimed was a new experience for her, and had a strong craving for a cigarette. She stated that a friend lit the cigarette for her, leading her to believe that smoking was permissible on that particular type of aircraft. She also commented that she thought the officials who met her were there as a form of support.

The news of the in-flight smoking has generated considerable discussion online. While smoking is generally prohibited on commercial and most charter flights due to federal regulations and safety concerns, some reports noted that rules on completely private jets can sometimes vary depending on the owner’s policy. However, JSX operates as a public charter service, and like commercial airlines, enforces a strict no-smoking policy.

This event comes after a period of increased public attention on Spears following the termination of her long-standing conservatorship in November 2021. While many fans have celebrated her newfound freedom, this recent incident on the flight from Los Cabos has once again brought her actions into the public spotlight. Representatives for JSX have reportedly declined to comment on the specifics of the incident, citing passenger privacy.