A man has been charged after attempting to open the emergency exit door of a flight en route to Sydney.

The incident occurred on a flight from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, which landed in Sydney, Australia, yesterday ( 5th of April ).

The suspect, a 46-year-old Jordanian national, allegedly tried to open the door mid-flight, prompting swift intervention by the flight crew.

During the incident, he reportedly assaulted a crew member who tried to stop him.

The man is scheduled to appear before the Parramatta Magistrates’ Court today ( 6th of April ).

Authorities have stated that such an offense carries a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison.