The airline called the behavior aboard the flight 'inexcusable.' When one misbehaves aboard a flight, the consequences can range from a strongly-worded warning from the crew to being banned from the airline or even being placed on a governmental no-fly list.

Ryanair said it had now filed legal proceedings in the Irish Circuit Court claiming the passenger’s disruptive behavior caused over $15,000 “in overnight accommodation, passenger expenses and landing costs.” The company wants to recover these costs from the passenger.

A “disruptive” traveler could face a $15,000 penalty after being sued by a major international airline for their unruly in-flight etiquette. Ryanair, Europe’s largest air carrier, announced on Jan. 8 that it’s pursuing legal action against a passenger who caused a significant disruption on a route