Coverage dated August 7, 2023

The FAA asks the FBI to consider criminal charges against 22 more unruly airline passengers

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U.S. officials said Tuesday they have referred 22 more cases involving unruly passengers on airline flights to the FBI for possible criminal charges.

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WTOP Washington DC
The FAA asks the FBI to consider criminal charges against 22 more unruly airline passengers (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Aug 7, 2023
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U.S. officials said Tuesday they have referred 22 more cases involving unruly passengers on airline flights to the FBI for possible criminal charges.
NBC New York
FAA seeks possible criminal charges against unruly passengers (opens NBC New York)
Published Aug 7, 2023
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Federal officials say they’re asking the FBI to consider criminal prosecution of nearly two dozen airline passengers accused of causing disturbances on flights since 2021.
Fox News
The FBI to consider charges against 22 disruptive passengers based on recommendations from FAA (opens Fox News)
Published Aug 7, 2023
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Based on incidents that have occurred as far back as 2021, the Federal Aviation Administration has flagged the FBI on over 20 cases involving passengers.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Criminal charges eyed for 22 more unruly airline passengers (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)
Published Aug 7, 2023
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WASHINGTON >> U.S. officials said today they have referred 22 more cases involving unruly passengers on airline flights to the FBI for possible criminal charges.

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