Ryanair seeks more than €15,000 in damages from a passenger whose disruptive behavior forced a flight diversion. The airline urges EU authorities to limit alcohol sales at airports, citing a rise in unruly passenger incidents.
Ryanair is urging European authorities to implement restrictions on alcohol sales at airports across the continent. This call comes as the Irish airline continues legal action against a passenger involved in a disruptive incident last year, costing Ryanair over €15,000 in damages. The incident occurred in April 2024 on a flight from Dublin to Lanzarote. According to Ryanair , the passenger's behavior was so disruptive that the aircraft had to divert to Porto, Portugal for safety.
This resulted in an overnight delay for the crew and over 160 passengers. Ryanair filed a civil suit against the passenger last week and on Monday, provided further details about the costs incurred due to the diversion, including excess fuel, lodging, and legal fees. In a statement, Ryanair argued that European Union authorities should limit alcohol sales at airports, suggesting a maximum of two alcoholic drinks per passenger, similar to restrictions on duty-free purchases. They believe this measure would contribute to safer and more orderly passenger behavior onboard aircraft, enhancing the overall travel experience for both passengers and crew. Ryanair acknowledges that airlines, including itself, already restrict alcohol sales in-flight, but passengers can still consume excessive alcohol at airports before boarding, particularly during flight delays, without facing similar limitations.Aviation agencies worldwide have long expressed concern about disruptive incidents occurring on flights, particularly those involving violence, verbal abuse, harassment, or health hazards such as smoking. While these incidents remain relatively rare, reports have been on the rise recently. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency confirmed an increase in both the number and severity of incidents since 2020. The International Air Transport Association reported a global increase in disruptive incidents, with one occurring for every 480 flights in 2023. This represents a rise from one incident for every 568 flights in 2022. While the specific data on alcohol-related incidents is not readily available, aviation groups emphasize the importance of responsible alcohol service, preventing intoxicated individuals from boarding, and implementing safety initiatives to mitigate disruptive behavior. Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration in the U.S. received 2,102 reports of unruly passenger incidents last year, resulting in $7.5 million in fines
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