Michael O’Leary, the CEO of Ryanair, has called for new regulations to limit alcohol sales in airport departure lounges, particularly during early morning hours. He argues that allowing alcohol consumption before flights contributes to disruptive behavior, which has become a growing concern for airlines. O’Leary noted that currently, airport bars are not bound by the same licensing laws as other establishments, leading to excessive drinking. He proposed a two-drink limit per passenger to improve safety and reduce disturbances. Ryanair reports facing nearly one disruption per day, often linked to alcohol consumption. O’Leary emphasized the urgency of addressing this issue before a serious incident occurs, stating that the airline has already pursued legal action against disruptive passengers to recover costs associated with flight diversions. He called on European Union authorities to implement measures that would limit alcohol sales at airports, similar to existing restrictions on duty-free sales.