Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) data indicate a 400% increase in in-flight disturbances, including disruptive behavior and violence, between 2019 and 2024.
January 01, 2024
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FAA data summarizing trends in reported in-flight disturbances
Reports of unruly passengers in 2024 remained above pre-pandemic levels, according to Federal Aviation Administration and airline union data.
January 01, 2024
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Comparative data on unruly passenger reports relative to pre-pandemic baselines