In a scene straight out of a movie, passengers on a flight bound for Sydney experienced a real-life horror moment: a snake was discovered onboard just before takeoff. The unusual incident caused an immediate delay as crew members called in wildlife professionals to safely remove the reptile.
The snake, reportedly found curled near the plane’s wheel area during boarding checks, never made it into the cabin — but the drama was enough to unsettle flyers and send shockwaves across social media. A viral TikTok showing the snake being handled by airport staff has already clocked over 4 million views in less than 24 hours.
Passengers were evacuated as a precaution, and the flight resumed after a thorough inspection. Fortunately, no injuries or bites were reported.
The airline has since issued a lighthearted statement: “We take all passengers seriously, even the slithery ones. Our crew acted swiftly and safely.”
Social media had a field day, with memes referencing Snakes on a Plane, and jokes like “Only in Australia!” flooding the comments. But many also praised the crew’s calm handling of what could have been a terrifying situation.
This incident isn’t just viral — it’s a reminder that the unexpected can strike even at 35,000 feet. Or, in this case, just before liftoff.
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