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A United Airlines plane taxis on the runway at O’Hare International Airport on November 26, 2025. (Joshua Lott/The Washington Post)

United Airlines updated its rules to stop passengers from being annoying

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United Airlines updated its contract of carriage to allow removal of passengers who listen to audio without headphones. The airline aims to enforce courtesy among travelers. Other airlines have similar policies but lack strict enforcement. Travel blogger Ben Schlappig supports the move, though he questions enforcement. The policy reflects growing frustration with public audio disturbances.

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