Aviation Banning Orders (Disruptive Passengers) Bill

Key Points

• Creates Aviation Banning Orders (ABOs) that courts can issue to prohibit disruptive passengers from flying.
• Applies to individuals whose behaviour on flights is deemed disruptive, with provisions for connected purposes to support enforcement.
• Aims to improve safety, security and smooth operation of air travel by reducing in-flight disruption.
• Introduced in the House of Commons and currently at the first-reading stage in the Commons (originating there).

Progress

The bill is at the first reading in the House of Commons; it is in the very early stage of the legislative process (no further stages yet).