WASHINGTON – Federal aviation authorities announced Tuesday they are seeking a $165,000 penalty against Alaska Airlines for reportedly permitting passengers who appeared intoxicated to board aircraft.
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the violations allegedly happened across 11 separate flights spanning from February 2024 through February 2025. Federal rules strictly forbid airlines from allowing anyone who seems to be under the influence to board planes, the agency noted.
Alaska Airlines had not provided a response to requests for comment as of Tuesday.
