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Air travel is one of those things that could be way easier if it wasnt for our entitlement.
We just have to complicate it!
Ruiz highlighted that 40,000 feet in the sky, the cards are stacked against us.
Its a recipe for conflict.
This just adds to the gate lice and rush to get on the plane.
So we need to work extra hard to stay civil.
It is a highly stressful way to travel, albeit the quickest and most efficient option for long-distance trips.
Another good idea is to invest in programs to expedite the security process, likeTSA PreCheckandClear.
If youre so inclined to wear one, a mask helps filter offensive smells.
Avoid a seat at the very back of the plane or within two rows of the restrooms.
Its the last bit of decent space in economy that allows people to safely evacuate without issue.
Its mandated by law, else Im certain it wouldve been done away with by now.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) classifies unruly behavior incidents into four levels.
Level 2 is moderate (for example, physically aggressive behavior).
Level 3 is serious (when theres an intent or threat to injure, as IATA puts it).
Level 4 is flight deck breach (which IATA classifies as a credible threat of death).
According to the organizations numbers, the rate in 2021 was 1 incident for every 835 flights.
This increased to 1 incident for every 568 flights in 2022.
An FAA representativetoldCNN they review every unruly passenger report received from airlines.
The FAA investigates further when they believe a passenger may have violated a regulation or federal law.
Airlines can also choose to place disruptive travelers on their internal no-fly lists.
However, penalizing disruptive passengers particularly on international flights can be complicated.
Because of the legal loopholes, offenses often go unpunished, the IATAstated.
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