Could it be these are just people who really need a vacation? Seriously, it’s disturbing to learn about the 62% increase in conflicts with unruly passengers documented by the Transportation Security Administration.

That reflects more than inbound Hawaii flights, but the islands get their share of fighters — including one who tried to get into the cockpit — compelling more self-defense training for crews.

Perhaps stiff penalties for offenders and banning from flights will help give peace a chance.