Since the pandemic, the FAA has imposed over $20.9 million in fines on unruly airline passengers, peaking at $8.4 million in 2022.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the FAA has imposed over $20.9 million in fines on unruly airline passengers, reflecting a sharp rise compared to pre-pandemic years. Fines peaked at $8.4 million in 2022, with the agency enforcing a "zero-tolerance policy" and referring over 300 serious cases to the FBI. Contributing factors include travel-related stress from delays and cancellations. Reports of misbehavior remain higher than in 2017-2019.
September 14, 2024
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