Under one option being considered, airlines would be alerted if a previously rude, aggressive or drunk passenger tries to check in for one of their flights - and then could block them

Officials are war-gaming the creation of a national 'blacklist' amid soaring 'air rage' attacks on plane crews and fellow holidaymakers.

For the cabin crews facing danger and abuse, as well as fliers who simply want a safe, relaxing journey, a clampdown on shocking behaviour on passenger aircraft cannot come too…