Arman Tsarukyan’s behaviour outside the cage has often divided opinion, with Dana White previously saying he needs to stop “being a maniac”. Despite that, the lightweight contender had been rebuilding his image.
After missing out on a title shot, Tsarukyan stayed active through grappling matches and livestream collaborations. That approach helped him gain popularity and shift perception in recent months.
However, an incident last Thursday has raised fresh concerns.
Arman Tsarukyan reportedly removed from American Airlines flight
Tsarukyan was reportedly removed from an American Airlines flight travelling from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, alongside two friends.
According to content creator Adam Zubayraev, the situation unfolded due to Tsarukyan using his phone during takeoff.
That explanation raised eyebrows, as passengers are typically allowed to use devices if they are set to airplane mode.
The unusual nature of the claim quickly attracted attention across social media platforms.
Limited clarity as Arman Tsarukyan responds to incident
Details around what happened on board remain unclear, with no official explanation provided by American Airlines or even the UFC star.
Tsarukyan later posted an image on his Instagram story showing a flight attendant, and he captioned the picture writing: “rude and unprofessional.”
The 29-year-old Armenian also shared a video mocking the incident while travelling on a private jet.
