A group of billionaires who flew into France on a private jet, defying coronavirus lockdown, were turned back after a standoff on the tarmac. The aircraft, from London, carried seven men, all in their 40s and 50s. A Croatian national that was on the flight had organized the trip.
It seems that this Croatian national thought he could buy his way into the country and when confronted by French authorities said, "I have money, let’s talk." Authorities weren't in the mood to talk, especially since the plane was told not to land but did anyway.
They thought they would have to pay a fine and be able to get to their destination in the country but were shocked that they were turned away. After a few hours, all the passengers were sent back to London on another flight while one of the passengers flew to Berlin.
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