A British Airways employee has reportedly been suspended after sharing on Instagram that she was aboard the flight carrying Liam Payne's body back to the UK, potentially breaching company policy.The stewardess, who boasts over 10,000 followers, allegedly posted a photo of the flight manifest, inadvertently revealing the presence of the late One Direction star's coffin.
Liam tragically passed away after a three-story balcony fall at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024.
Currently suspended from her duties, the airline worker has been accused by a source from British Airways, as reported by The Sun, of prioritising her social media clout over her career, describing her actions as "serious" and "callous".
A British Airways spokesperson confirmed an ongoing investigation but withheld further comments.This incident follows the emotional funeral for Liam held in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, on November 20, which saw his loved ones and former bandmates gather to mourn.The flight attendant's controversial post reportedly read: "Just been told we're carrying a coffin with us today.To then find out it's Liam Payne's body and his family are on our flight too, heart-breaking." Liam's heartbroken father Geoff had travelled to Argentina following his son's tragic passing and returned to the UK with his body two weeks ago for the funeral.
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