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Articles tagged “dot”

Airlines

American and Delta Settle Claims Over Long Tarmac Delays

The Department of Transportation means well with its tarmac delay program. And it has been helpful for customers, who need not fear being trapped on planes for hours. These fines on the airlines are nothing, but the publicity is a reminder to try to do better.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 5 years ago

American and Delta Settle Claims Over Long Tarmac Delays

Airlines

U.S. Issues New Requirements for Russian Planes in Airspace Spat

The State Department just closed the books on the last long-running airline-related diplomatic saga in Washington — Open Skies agreements with the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. Now, apparently, the government is turning its attention to a feud with Russia about so-called overflight rights.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 6 years ago

U.S. Issues New Requirements for Russian Planes in Airspace Spat

Airlines

DOT Slaps Qantas for Violating Obscure U.S. Law

The fine here is miniscule. But the issues are interesting. Qantas has the right to fly between New York and Los Angeles, and it does so every day. But it can only carry a small subset of passengers.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 6 years ago

Airlines

Qantas and American Hope Trump’s DOT Will Approve Their Joint Venture on Second Try

The Obama Administration's decision to block Qantas' application for antitrust immunity with American came as a surprise to most observers. The Trump administration's Department of Transportation would normally be likely will rule otherwise. But this new administration is unpredictable, so it's hard to say for sure.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

Airlines

Delta and Aeromexico will Pay High Price for Antitrust Immunity

The terms aren't as generous as Delta wanted, but the carrier still should be able to get plenty out of its partnership with Mexico's only full-service airline.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

Airlines

In-Flight Calling: DOT Considers Passing New Rules

The DOT doesn't have as much regulatory power as other government agencies, so it's doing what it can to try to protect consumers. At the least, if an airline permits voice calls, it will have to tell consumers what it's doing — before they buy a ticket.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

In-Flight Calling: DOT Considers Passing New Rules

Airlines

Significance of Norwegian Air’s Recent DOT Victory Is Overstated

It's nice that the DOT finally got around to approving Norwegian's Irish unit to fly to the United States. But this is not as big of a game-changer as some have suggested. Norwegian was going to grow in the United States and offer low fares on transatlantic flights, regardless of whether this happened.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

Significance of Norwegian Air’s Recent DOT Victory Is Overstated

Airlines

6 Highlights From the DOT’s New Passenger-Friendly Airline Guidelines

Some consumer protections are better than no consumer protections. But the steps outlined this week by the Obama Administration are relatively minor. They won't do much to change the travel experience.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 8 years ago

6 Highlights From the DOT’s New Passenger-Friendly Airline Guidelines

Airlines

Norwegian Air Is Dealt a Setback on U.S. Flights by the DOT

The Norwegian Air saga has taken another unusual turn. But fear not, travelers. The airline will keep flying between the U.S. and Europe, and the airline will continue offering low fares.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 8 years ago

Norwegian Air Is Dealt a Setback on U.S. Flights by the DOT

Airlines

DOT Auditor: Government Should Scrutinize Frequent Flier Program Changes

When it comes to regulating frequent flier programs, the U.S. Department of Transportation has little authority.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 8 years ago

DOT Auditor: Government Should Scrutinize Frequent Flier Program Changes