British Airways cabin crew members encountered serious effects after consuming gummy candies that were laced with cannabis, which were given to them as a gift from a passenger upon arriving in Los Angeles. The crew was left feeling 'out of control' due to the high THC content of the gummies, reportedly containing up to 300mg of THC. Soon after consuming the gummies, three members of the crew were taken to the hospital to receive treatment for the unexpected effects of the drugged sweets.

As a result of the incident, British Airways decided to take precautionary measures by standing down the entire crew from the return flight and replacing them with a new team. The affected cabin crew were eventually flown back as passengers on another service days later, which highlights the seriousness with which the airline is treating the situation. Furthermore, the airline is actively pursuing the identification and reporting of the passenger who distributed the drug-laced gummies, ensuring such incidents do not happen in the future.

This event raises questions about safety protocols for airline staff and accountability regarding passenger behavior, especially concerning the offering of unknown substances. It underscores the need for heightened awareness and vigilance on flights, as well as potential consequences for passengers engaging in such behavior that could jeopardize the health and welfare of airline crew members. The repercussions of this incident may lead to stricter regulations on what passengers can bring and offer to airline staff in the future.