France has introduced bold new measures to tackle disruptive and antisocial behaviour on flights.
Under Decree No. 2025-1063, which came into effect from 8 November, rowdy passengers in French airspace will now face fines of up to €20,000 (£17,600) and flight bans of up to four years.
The French Minister for Civil Aviation can issue fines of up to €10,000 (£8,810) for single offences, or €20,000 (£17,600) in the case of repeat offenders.
As antisocial behaviour becomes a growing concern in the aviation industry, the move is designed to protect the safety of both passengers and crew.
In a government statement, other listed offences include the use of electronic devices passengers are prohibited from using during part or all of the flight, ignoring safety instructions and jeopardising the performance of the safety missions of flight crew.
For cases of an extreme nature, offenders could be banned from flying for up to four years.
French air carriers will be able to report ‘harmful behaviour’ on a new dedicated database that will be managed by the French Civil Authority.
Philippe Tabarot, France’s minister of transport, declared the ruling a ‘swift, fair, and proportionate enforcement’ of laws designed to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all on board, reports Travel and Tour World.
Under Decree No. 2025-1063, which came into effect from 8 November, rowdy passengers in French airspace will now face fines of up to €20,000 (£17,600) and flight bans of up to four years
He said: ‘Disruptive behaviour on board aircraft is unacceptable. This new regulatory framework sends a strong message: disruptive behaviour will no longer be tolerated and will be subject to effective administrative sanctions.’
In July, it was announced passengers who disrupt Ryanair flights could now face a hefty fine after the airline announced plans for a ‘major clampdown’ on ‘unruly behaviour.’
Tourists who have to be taken off planes – delaying the journeys of their fellow flyers – will face a £500 fine, the airline has announced.
Europe’s largest carrier, which takes thousands of revellers to resorts and cities across Europe and beyond every year, said it would now come down hard on those who stop other passengers enjoying a stress-free flight.
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