Frequent flyers have spent years staying loyal to airlines. Now airlines are giving them ‘the middle finger’
Some of the world’s major airline loyalty programs are going through major changes that appear to prioritize high-spending ...
McEwen: Buttigieg’s tainted transportation legacy
As Buttigieg transitions from the Department of Transportation and considers seeking higher office, his tenure will be ...
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Trump Is Helping Airlines Reduce Payouts for Flight Mishaps
The Trump administration has just paused an initiative aimed at increasing compensation for airline passengers when carriers lose their luggage or overbook flights.
Five major airlines are suing the U.S. government over a rule that punished them for damaging passengers’ wheelchairs
More than 11,500 wheelchairs and scooters were mishandled by airlines in 2023, according to the Department of Transportation.
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Major US Airlines Appeal New DOT Rule on Wheelchair Protections
Airlines argue that stricter penalties for damaged mobility devices are excessive, while the DOT maintains they are necessary ...
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Unredacted affidavit contains previously unreported allegation about Pete Hegseth's behavior toward second wife
WASHINGTON — Senators on both sides of the aisle raised new questions on Wednesday about the vetting process for Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, pointing to allegations that were not ...
Buttigieg weighs a decision with huge implications for Democrats: Run for Senate or president?
Buttigieg has recently spoken with labor leaders across Michigan and met with Whitmer and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, a ...
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Airlines Challenge New Rule on Disabled Passenger Protections
Major U.S. airlines are contesting a Biden administration rule aimed at enhancing consumer protections for disabled ...
Airlines challenge Biden’s wheelchair passenger rule
Under the final rule, airlines must notify passengers whose wheelchairs have been mishandled of their rights, provide loaners ...
US airlines challenge Biden wheelchair passenger protection rule
Major U.S. airlines and a trade association have challenged a Biden administration rule issued in December requiring new ...
Airlines look to cut consumer protections for wheelchair-using travelers
Trade group for American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United say carriers are mishandling fewer passenger wheelchairs.