France has published a decree on disruptive passengers. The new rules imposs fines up to €10,000 for first offences. Repeat offenders face fines up to €20,000. Authorities have also introduced boarding bans for up to four years.
The International Air Transport Association recorded one incident per 395 flights in 2024.
Philippe Tabarot shared “The safety of passengers and crew is our absolute priority. Disruptive behaviour on board aircraft is unacceptable. It jeopardises flight safety and compromises the working conditions of flight crews. With this decree, we’re equipping ourselves with the means for swift, fair and proportionate enforcement. This new regulatory framework sends a strong message: disruptive behaviour will no longer be tolerated.”
