We’ve all been on a train or plane when one inconsiderate passenger decides, despite being surrounded by fellow travellers, to listen to music or a video on their phone out loud.
It’s already been revealed as one of the most annoying train commuter habits – but now doing so could even see passengers on board flights hit with fines.
‘Barebeaters’, as they have been dubbed online, could face serious consequences if they don’t use headphones while on planes in India.
Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol last week said that under Indian aviation rules, using headphones on flights is mandatory.
Murlidhar explained authorities would act on complaints against any passengers disobeying the rules.
The Indian government said playing music loudly on flights could lead to legal action for ‘unruly behaviour’.
This is not a new law; rather, the minister reiterated existing laws, saying they will be enforced.
The only music permitted to be played inside cabins is the background music played by the aircraft while passengers are boarding and exiting the plane.
Passengers travelling to India must wear headphones while listening to music
He added there is an in-flight entertainment system available for passengers who are seeking activities on board.
The rules are in line with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), according to Metro.
Under rules 22, 23 and 29 of the Aircraft Rules of 1937, disruptive passengers can be removed, restrained or face penalties.
Such disruptive behaviour is defined as that which ‘interferes with the performance of duties of crew members, jeopardises the safety of the aircraft, persons or property on board, affects good order and discipline, or causes discomfort to other passengers and crew members’.
While the consequences of disobeying the rules were not made explicit, passengers could expect fines, flight bans or even prison time.
It comes after last year the most annoying commuter behaviours on trains were revealed.
Research looked into which commuter habits annoy other passengers the most and which behaviours are seen as unacceptable during peak travel times.
Listening to music or videos out loud without headphones was found to be annoying by 61 per cent of travellers.
If passengers don’t abide by the rules, they could face hefty consequences
Despite it being a nuisance for those wanting a peaceful journey, 46 per cent say they have done it before.
However, 49 per cent think those who are bold enough to play their music out loud should be fined between £11 and £20.
Other bad habits highlighted include speaking loudly on the phone or having loud conversations, as well as eating hot or strong-smelling food.
Passengers drinking alcohol also proved to be frustrating for 46 per cent.
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