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Frontier CEO Calls for Crackdown on Rampant Wheelchair Service Abuse

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fortune

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Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle highlights rampant abuse of airport wheelchair services by passengers seeking to fast-track through security and boarding, costing the airline time and money. He calls for penalties and a verification system to curb misuse, emphasizing the need to protect services for those genuinely in need. This issue mirrors similar concerns raised by other industry leaders and underscores ongoing challenges in accommodating disabled travelers.

Frontier Airlines CEO Calls for Action on Rampant Wheelchair Service Abuse

Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News

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Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle claims that passengers are abusing wheelchair services to skip airport security and boarding lines, leading to increased costs and delays. He suggests implementing a registration or verification system and legislation to penalize abusers. The issue arises as the TSA expects to screen over 18 million people during the busy Memorial Day Weekend.