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Abstract
Air rage is the term commonly used to describe a spectrum of disruptive behaviors on the part of airline passengers during flight. Systematic research on the problem barely exists. Based on the information available, we believe air rage is preventable in so far as its causes can be identified. Three important triggers are alcohol consumption, mental instability and environmental stress. Our recommendations for primary prevention include reduced alcohol service in airports and onboard aircraft, internationally coordinated data collection and airline-sponsored public service messages. Roughly 40% of air rage incidents are considered alcohol-related. Therefore, we particularly recommend reduced availability of alcoholic beverages in airports and airplanes.