A recent poll shows that 49% of British citizens support banning early morning alcohol sales at airports, reflecting a shift in public sentiment. The survey highlights a stark generational divide: only 33% of 18-24-year-olds favor the ban, while 66% of those over 65 support it. Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has attributed a surge in aggressive behavior on flights to early drinking, noting that the airline now diverts nearly one flight daily due to unruly conduct, a sharp increase from one incident per week a decade ago. The current legal loophole allows airport bars to serve alcohol beyond standard licensing hours, which O'Leary claims leads to increased trouble for airlines. In contrast, Wetherspoon's Tim Martin criticized the proposed two-drink limit as impractical and warned it could drive passengers to consume duty-free alcohol before boarding. Disruptive behavior on flights can lead to severe penalties, including up to two years in prison and fines of up to £5,000 ($6,300 USD). Airlines are also suing disruptive passengers to recover costs from emergency diversions.