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If you encounter a passenger with a foul odor or who appears to be ill, it's important to address the situation with sensitivity and consideration for everyone involved. If the individual appears to be unwell, you can discreetly notify a flight attendant to ensure they receive the necessary assistance. When it comes to addressing a passenger with a foul odor, it's best to focus on taking care of yourself by subtly covering your nose, rather than confronting the individual directly. If the situation becomes disruptive or poses a potential health concern, it may be appropriate to bring it to the attention of the flight crew so they can handle it appropriately. Remember to prioritize your own well-being while being mindful of others' comfort.

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

Well , have you ever from a plane ? How about a seat mate who may have a foul odor or a passenger who argues with the flight attendant ? These are questions Congress may have to consider as they weigh a nationwide no fly list right now .

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

And how long do these bans last other questions ? So how do you address someone who may have a foul odor or someone who's clearly under the weather ? Would you report them , confront them or just kind of bite your lip and make it through ?

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

So I do believe that if somebody is uh initiating harm or violence or hate , that is a different situation . But I believe somebody is smelly , I would , I would hold my nose and take care of myself . I would put on my oxygen mask first , so to speak .

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

I'd be , I believe people are people . And so there is this , uh , like , where do you draw the line between somebody who , you know , doesn't smell well or someone who is too loud ? I mean , this is humanity and we're talking about public transportation .

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

The bill says anyone could be banned for several offenses including assaulting , threatening or intimidating a crew member or a passenger aboard a flight . It's targeting un passengers like this and countless others who have made headlines recently for disruptive behavior on planes , but disruptive may mean different things to different people . Let's welcome our panel , positive psychology expert and author Robert Mack and content creator , Sonal Shah .