Articles tagged “Department of Transportation”

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Will Automatic Refunds For Flights Stay Automatic? Congress Bill Raises Questions

One line buried in the new bipartisan FAA reauthorization bill makes it unclear if the Biden administration can enforce automatic refunds for airlines.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 days ago

Will Automatic Refunds For Flights Stay Automatic? Congress Bill Raises Questions

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New Details on the U.S.’s Automatic Refunds Rule for Airlines

Skift has learned that any significant delay or cancellation, regardless of the reason, qualifies for an automatic refund as part of the Department of Transportation’s new consumer protection rules for the airline industry.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

New Details on the U.S.’s Automatic Refunds Rule for Airlines

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American Airlines CEO Says New Refunds Rule Has Some ‘Gray’ Areas

American CEO Robert Isom is one of the first top executives in the U.S. airline industry to voice some concerns over the Department of Transportation’s latest rule.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

American Airlines CEO Says New Refunds Rule Has Some ‘Gray’ Areas

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Biden Administration Cracks Down on Junk Fees in the Airline Industry

The new rules would require airlines to disclose the fees of certain service upfront and streamline the process for providing passengers with refunds.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

Biden Administration Cracks Down on Junk Fees in the Airline Industry

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Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report

Boeing faces increasing pressure from Washington to reform its safety and manufacturing protocols after allegations of problems with the structural integrity of the 787 and 777 became public.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report

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DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the partnership would fast-track the process for resolving passenger complaints.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

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U.S. Airlines Ask Government to Pause Additional Flights to China

The U.S. airline industry is worried that Chinese carriers enjoy an unfair advantage with access to Russian airspace and China’s government.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

U.S. Airlines Ask Government to Pause Additional Flights to China

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U.S. to Review How Airlines Handle Passengers’ Personal Information

The review into passenger data protections is the first of many the Department of Transportation plans to periodically conduct.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 month ago

U.S. to Review How Airlines Handle Passengers’ Personal Information

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U.S. Unveils New Plan to Protect Passengers With Wheelchairs

The latest proposals from the Department of Transportation are part of a wider effort to improve the passenger experience for those with disabilities.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

U.S. Unveils New Plan to Protect Passengers With Wheelchairs

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Biden’s Billion-Dollar Boost for Airports: See 5 Projects Getting Funded

The latest round of funding is part of an effort to modernize U.S. airports.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 months ago

Biden’s Billion-Dollar Boost for Airports: See 5 Projects Getting Funded