Global Top 10 Busiest Domestic Airline Routes. Expect the biggest crowds at these destinations.

Global Top 10 Busiest Domestic Airline Routes? Expect the biggest crowds at these destinations.

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Global Top 10 Busiest Domestic Airline Routes

Jeju (CJU) – Seoul (GMP) continues as the busiest domestic route in October 2022 with 1.4 million seats and a capacity increase of 7% compared to last month.
Hanoi (HAN) – Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) has moved up to be the second busiest domestic route with 1 million seats and a capacity increase of 6% compared to last month.
Sapporo New Chitose (CTS) – Tokyo Haneda (HND) has moved to 3rd place with a similar capacity to last month and Fukuoka (FUK) – Tokyo Haneda (HND) continues to be in 4th place with a 5% increase in capacity.
Tokyo Haneda (HND) – Osaka (ITM) has moved into the top 10 busiest domestic routes and Jakarta (CGK) to Denpasar (DPS) has moved out of the top 10.
In the top 10, Tokyo Haneda features four times which shows the travel recovery which is happening in Japan.

Courtesy: OAG

A Costly Mistake: Passenger Pays for Fuel After Disruptive Flight

A Western Australian man has learned a costly lesson after his unruly behavior on a flight resulted in the aircraft having to turn back. The passenger was ordered to pay over $5,000 in fuel costs, along with a significant fine, for causing the plane to divert.

The incident occurred in September 2023 when the man, who was not publicly named, became disruptive on a flight from Perth to Sydney. Due to his behavior, the pilot was forced to turn the plane around and return to Perth, which required dumping fuel to land safely.

The passenger pleaded guilty to charges of disorderly behavior and non-compliance with safety instructions. As a result, he was ordered to pay $8,630 to the airline to cover the cost of the wasted fuel and was also fined $6,055. This combined penalty of over $11,000 is a stark reminder of the severe consequences of disruptive behavior on flights.

While this is not a typical punishment, other cases of in-flight misconduct have resulted in hefty fines. One passenger in the United States was fined over $40,000 for a series of offenses, including bringing their own alcohol on board, being intoxicated, attempting to smoke marijuana, and sexually assaulting a flight attendant.

The Australian Federal Police emphasized that disruptive behavior on flights will not be tolerated. They warned that individuals who cause disturbances can face significant financial penalties and legal consequences. The case of the Western Australian passenger serves as a clear message that obeying airline staff and adhering to safety regulations is essential for a smooth and safe flight.