Arman Tsarukyan was ejected from an aircraft in the United States after his training partners failed to comply with flight safety regulations during takeoff. The teammates were reportedly using their phones and did not put their tray tables away when required. The incident resulted in Tsarukyan and his group being removed from the flight. No further details were provided about alternate travel arrangements or the purpose of the trip.
Arman Tsarukyan found himself grounded — literally — after he and his training group were removed from a flight in the United States when his teammates failed to follow basic flight safety procedures during takeoff. According to the report, the training partners were using their phones and had not stowed their tray tables as required, prompting airline staff to eject the entire group from the aircraft.
Tsarukyan, 29, is one of the most prominent fighters in the UFC lightweight division, currently ranked number one in the world at 155 pounds. The Russian-born fighter, who competes out of American Top Team, carries a professional record of 23-3-0 and has established himself as one of the most well-rounded lightweights on the roster. Standing five-foot-seven with a 72-inch reach, he lands 3.85 significant strikes per minute at a 50 percent accuracy rate and adds consistent grappling pressure with 3.26 takedowns per 15 minutes.
Why it matters
- Tsarukyan is the top-ranked lightweight contender, meaning any disruption to his training or travel schedule draws immediate attention
- The incident appears to be a result of his teammates' conduct rather than any direct action by Tsarukyan himself
- No details have emerged regarding alternate travel arrangements or the purpose of the trip, leaving the broader impact of the disruption unclear
