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Major US airlines are not committing to enhancing military travel benefits, according to the USDOT. Meanwhile, Air Canada is expanding its service to India with new non-stop flights from Toronto to Mumbai and increased flights from Montreal and Calgary to Delhi.
Major U.S. airlines, including Delta, American, and United, have declined to commit to boosting travel benefits for military personnel, despite Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's urging. Airlines argue they already offer numerous benefits not reflected in USDOT's measurements and are wary of adding commitments that could lead to enforcement actions. This is the latest clash between the Biden administration and airlines over customer service issues.
The US Department of Transportation is allocating nearly $830 million in grants to 80 projects across 39 states and territories to bolster infrastructure against climate change, including refurbishing bridges, expanding evacuation routes, and protecting coastal infrastructure. The funding, made available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to address the intensifying risks posed by climate change to the nation's transportation infrastructure, with a focus on resilience and adaptation. This initiative reflects a broader effort to invest in infrastructure that can withstand the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events.