Swiss Air, Switzerland’s national carrier, has found itself at the center of a privacy controversy after a leaked video showing a couple in a compromising situation went viral. The footage, reportedly captured by crew members during a November flight from Bangkok to Zurich, has sparked outrage and raised questions about privacy aboard flights.
The incident allegedly occurred when the couple entered the aircraft’s kitchen area. The video, shared on social media with offensive captions, has drawn widespread condemnation. Swiss Air responded by announcing disciplinary action against the staff involved, stating that the recording and sharing of such footage is a breach of both privacy and the airline’s core values.
In their defense, Swiss Air clarified that onboard security cameras are intended for cockpit monitoring, not for surveilling passengers. The airline emphasized that incidents like this should be reported through official channels rather than being exploited for personal or public gain.
This privacy breach has ignited debates over passenger rights, surveillance ethics, and professional conduct within the airline industry. Swiss Air has vowed to investigate the matter thoroughly and take necessary steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
