FAA Refers More Unruly Passenger Cases to the FBI
Source: FAA The Federal Aviation Administration referred 43 more unruly passenger cases to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for criminal prosecution review during the past year. The FAA has now referred more than 310 of the most serious cases to the FBI since late 2021 under a partnership aimed at ensuring unruly airline passengers face criminal prosecution when warranted. When the FAA refers incidents to the FBI, the FBI works closely with law enforcement partners and appropriate agencies to conduct an investigation if applicable. "Dangerous passengers put everyone at risk—and the Biden-Harris Administration has been clear that those who disrupt flights will be held accountable," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. "Unruly travelers face stiff fines from the FAA and possible criminal prosecution too." "There's [...]