Arman Tsarukyan removed from American Airlines flight, switches to private jet

Arman Tsarukyan and two friends were removed from an American Airlines flight after he looked at his phone during takeoff and someone in his party opened a tray table, violating airline rules. Tsarukyan was traveling to Philadelphia for his upcoming bout at a RAF tournament scheduled for Saturday. After being removed from the commercial flight, Tsarukyan quickly arranged alternative transportation and boarded a private jet to reach his destination. Despite the travel disruption, he successfully made it to the event location. The incident highlights the strict enforcement of airline safety regulations even for professional athletes with time-sensitive commitments.