U.S. lawmakers urged major airlines to back mandatory training for flight crew members to address violent incidents amid a record number of disruptive onboard incidents.
urging them to require crew members to attend the Transportation Security Administration's Crew Member Self Defense Training Program.
They want airlines to provide crewmembers with paid time, travel and accommodations to participate in the training led by federal air marshals. American Airlines said on Wednesday it holds "the safety of our frontline team members as our highest priority, and we appreciate these lawmakers' commitment to helping protect it. We are reviewing the letter."
The FAA and TSA announced on Tuesday that unruly passengers facing fines may be removed from TSA PreCheck screening eligibility.
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