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travel1 year ago

Biden Administration Proposes Cash Compensation for Flight Delays

The Biden administration's Department of Transportation has released an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for a potential rule requiring airlines to compensate passengers for delays caused by the airline, with payments ranging from $200 to $775 depending on delay duration. This proposal, similar to Europe's EU261, aims to incentivize timely operations but faces potential challenges, including higher airfares and legal hurdles. The rule's future is uncertain, especially if a Trump administration takes over, as it may halt or alter the proposal.

via View from the Wing|
#airlinecompensation#bidenadministration#consumerrights
business1 year ago

Alaska Airlines Grounds Flights Amid IT Disruptions

Alaska Airlines experienced IT issues on Monday, leading to a 40-minute ground stop at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and causing significant flight delays and cancellations. The disruption affected the airline's website and mobile app, coinciding with the start of their Cyber Monday sale. This incident follows previous tech-related disruptions for the airline earlier in the year.

via MyNorthwest|
#alaskaairlines#business#cybermonday
transportation2 years ago

"US Airlines Press for Government Action to Mitigate Persistent Flight Delays"

Major U.S. passenger airlines, through the group Airlines for America, have called on transportation officials to mitigate flight delays and cancellations by managing the balance between commercial and private flights and addressing air traffic controller staffing shortages. The FAA is actively working to recruit and train more controllers, as current staffing is below optimal levels, contributing to flight disruptions. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and FAA chief Michael Whitaker are prioritizing the increase of air traffic control staffing, amidst reports of controllers working overtime and a recent panel being named to address controller fatigue.

via NBC News|
##airlines#airtrafficcontrol