Articles tagged “pete buttigieg”

Airlines

Major U.S. Airlines Sue Biden Administration Over Junk Fees Rule

Major U.S. airlines have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Transportation’s “junk fees” rule, arguing that it the rule is a regulatory overreach that would create more confusion for consumers.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 days ago

Major U.S. Airlines Sue Biden Administration Over Junk Fees Rule

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Automatic Refunds For Flyers: Here’s How it Works in Europe

The European Union’s rule gives a glimpse into how the U.S. may enforce its automatic refunds policy – though there are key differences.

Meghna Maharishi | 6 days ago

Automatic Refunds For Flyers: Here’s How it Works in Europe

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Major Airlines Absent From Government Hearing Probing Loyalty Programs and Credit Cards

Federal agencies are currently investigating whether airlines have devalued frequent flyer miles to make it more difficult for consumers to redeem award tickets.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

Major Airlines Absent From Government Hearing Probing Loyalty Programs and Credit Cards

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Automatic Refunds Makes It Into FAA Bill After Much Debate

The Senate Commerce Committee added a provision that would let customers receive automatic refunds whenever flights are significantly delayed or canceled.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

Automatic Refunds Makes It Into FAA Bill After Much Debate

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FAA Reauthorization: Key Takeaways From the 1,069-Page Bill

The Senate is slated to vote Wednesday afternoon on a massive FAA reauthorization bill that contains provisions on everything from refunds to near collisions on the runway.

Meghna Maharishi and Liz Casolo, Skift | 2 weeks ago

FAA Reauthorization: Key Takeaways From the 1,069-Page Bill

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Will Automatic Refunds For Flights Stay Automatic? Congress Bill Raises Questions

One line buried in the new bipartisan FAA reauthorization bill makes it unclear if the Biden administration can enforce automatic refunds for airlines.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Will Automatic Refunds For Flights Stay Automatic? Congress Bill Raises Questions

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New Details on the U.S.’s Automatic Refunds Rule for Airlines

Skift has learned that any significant delay or cancellation, regardless of the reason, qualifies for an automatic refund as part of the Department of Transportation’s new consumer protection rules for the airline industry.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

New Details on the U.S.’s Automatic Refunds Rule for Airlines

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American Airlines CEO Says New Refunds Rule Has Some ‘Gray’ Areas

American CEO Robert Isom is one of the first top executives in the U.S. airline industry to voice some concerns over the Department of Transportation’s latest rule.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

American Airlines CEO Says New Refunds Rule Has Some ‘Gray’ Areas

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Biden Administration Cracks Down on Junk Fees in the Airline Industry

The new rules would require airlines to disclose the fees of certain service upfront and streamline the process for providing passengers with refunds.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

Biden Administration Cracks Down on Junk Fees in the Airline Industry

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DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the partnership would fast-track the process for resolving passenger complaints.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 month ago

DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations