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Surge in Flight Sexual Assaults Sparks Urgent Calls for Reporting

2/18/2026

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A study shows a rise in reported sexual assaults on U.S. flights, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) investigating over 170 cases in 2024.
Experts say the figures underrepresent the true number because many incidents are handled by airport police and not reported to the FBI.
Renee Solofra, a flight assault victim, shared her experience from September 2023, as advocates urge airlines to report all incidents to protect passengers.

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Story summary

A study shows a rise in reported sexual assaults on U.S. flights, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) investigating over 170 cases in 2024.
Experts say the figures underrepresent the true number because many incidents are handled by airport police and not reported to the FBI.
Renee Solofra, a flight assault victim, shared her experience from September 2023, as advocates urge airlines to report all incidents to protect passengers.