Police allege that at 3pm, August 19, 2022 a passenger on Jetstar flight (JQ753) from Brisbane to Launceston became violenct and assaulted air staff mid flight.

In a media statement, police said they attended the aircraft and took the 16-year-old female into custody, where she was transported to the Launceston General Hospital and admitted for treatment.

READ MORE: Tasmania Police roll up their sleeves for blood donation challenge

The two crew members were attended by LGH staff and suffered minor injuries, however, they released a short time later.

A spokesperson from Jetstar said Australian Federal Police were requested to meet a flight from Brisbane to Launceston yesterday after a passenger became violent towards their crew.

"The safety of our customers and crew is our top priority, and abusive behaviour will not be tolerated on board," the spokesperson said.

"As a result of the incident, JQ752 from Launceston to Brisbane was cancelled and passengers were booked on alternative flights".

MOST READ: 'Calm down": worker kept at Ashley despite sexual abuse allegation

The Examiner understands that the 16-year-old passenger has been banned from flying with Jetstar and Qantas.

Launceston airport recently announced $11 million upgrades for the airport, with some of the funds goinf towards the installation of new security technology.

READ MORE: Flight cancelled after passenger allegedly injured Jetstar staff

The upgrades will reduce stress and save time by allowing passengers to keep laptops, tablets and aerosols in their bags, according to Launceston Airport CEO Shane' O Hare.

"The new security technology meets global standards. And this has been mandated by the federal government after a review of security screening equipment in Australia, and so this is a major upgrade," he said.

Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. This is how you can continue to access our trusted content: