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FAA urges airports to get tough on alcohol sales

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August 6, 2021

The U-S aviation watchdog has urged airports to discourage the sale of takeaway alcohol to put an end to the rise of assaults on flight attendants.

The Federal Aviation Authority has received over 3,500 reports of rowdy passengers this year alone, with more than 70 percent relating to mask requirements on flights.

It follows nearly 1 in 5 flight attendants reporting a “physical incident” on board.

The FAA says airports should help address the disorderly behavior on planes following a rise in travelers taking the skies following a slump in 2020.

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Costa Haritos

Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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