Pop icon Britney Spears recently found herself at the center of controversy following an incident aboard a private jet. While returning from a vacation in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, to Los Angeles, Spears reportedly lit a cigarette mid-flight and consumed alcohol, prompting intervention from flight attendants and authorities upon landing. The 43-year-old singer has since addressed the situation publicly, offering her perspective and an apology.
According to multiple sources, including TMZ and Page Six, Spears was on a JSX charter flight when she began drinking vodka and lit a cigarette during the journey. Flight attendants described her behavior as “difficult” but noted that she complied when asked to extinguish the cigarette. Upon arrival at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), she was met by authorities, issued a warning, and allowed to leave without further incident.
In an Instagram post, Spears explained that it was her first time drinking vodka, which led to her feeling “so clear and smart.” She claimed that a friend placed the cigarette in her mouth and lit it, leading her to believe that smoking was permitted on the flight. Spears apologized to anyone she may have offended and expressed surprise at the presence of officials upon landing, initially thinking they were there to support her.
The incident has raised concerns about Spears’ behavior, especially considering her past struggles and the end of her 13-year conservatorship in November 2021. Since then, she has released a memoir titled “The Woman in Me,” detailing her experiences under conservatorship and her journey toward reclaiming her autonomy.
While smoking on private jets is subject to the owner’s discretion, federal aviation regulations prohibit smoking on commercial flights. The JSX charter company declined to comment on the incident, and Spears’ representatives have not provided further statements.
This event adds to the ongoing public scrutiny of Spears’ actions post-conservatorship, highlighting the challenges she faces in navigating personal freedom and public expectations.
