Lawmakers Hold Hearing About Unruly Airline Passengers

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported over 4,300 incidents involving unruly passengers, often due to intoxication or defiance of mask mandates. Flight attendants shared their experiences of harassment and violence with lawmakers, highlighting the safety risks these pose. They emphasized their critical role in maintaining safety and responding to emergencies. The FAA has significantly increased investigations into such incidents, with 789 cases opened this year compared to less than 200 in previous years.

What is one of the main reasons for the increase in unruly passenger incidents reported by airlines?

• Overbooking of flights

• Weather conditions

• Intoxicated passengers

• Technical malfunctions

What did flight attendants report as a major concern during a House committee hearing?

• Inadequate food services

• Lack of in-flight entertainment

• Harassment and violence on planes

• Delays in flight schedules

How do disturbances in the cabin affect flight safety according to the flight attendants' union?

• They result in more frequent landings

• They lead to increased fuel consumption

• They distract the flight deck

• They cause delays in takeoff

What role do flight attendants play in ensuring flight safety?

• They handle ticketing issues

• They manage boarding procedures

• They monitor for safety threats

• They serve meals to passengers

How has the number of FAA investigations into unruly passengers changed in recent years?

• It has decreased significantly

• It has been eliminated

• It has increased significantly

• It has remained the same