Delays and cancellations have hit airports in the Northeast, just in time for the July 4 holiday. Airlines and regulators are bickering about who is to blame. Here’s what you need to know.
Category: Transportation Department (US)
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E.V. Ride-Sharing Programs Bring Cleaner Transportation to Low-Income Communities
An innovative E.V. ride-sharing program is bringing low-cost clean transportation to an agricultural town in California’s Central Valley. Others are following suit.
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President Biden Renews Fight on ‘Surprise Fees’ as Inflation Stays High
President Biden will host executives from several companies, including Airbnb and Live Nation, to announce new efforts to end so-called junk fees as inflation remains high.
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U.S. Will Require All New Cars to Have Automatic Braking Systems
The Transportation Department wants new cars to automatically stop when they detect an accident is likely.
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Lost Luggage: New Tech and Trusted Tips
Airlines and airports are developing ways to handle bags quicker and more efficiently. How you can help keep track of your luggage, and what do if it’s lost.
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Delays and Cancellations: Know Your Rights, and Book Wisely
The F.A.A. has made changes to cut down on chaos, but choosing your flights defensively, and knowing what you’re entitled to, can help.
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What to Know About Biden’s Compensation Plan for Flight Delays and Cancellations
If a proposed federal rule takes effect, airlines will have to pay passengers for meals, hotels, ground transportation and lost time if the disruption was caused by the carrier.
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Biden Seeks Compensation for Passengers for Flight Delays and Cancellations
The Transportation Department said it was proposing a rule that would require airlines to provide cash payments to passengers for significant flight disruptions.
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Frustrated Pet Owners Turn to Private Jets to Fly Their Animals
As flying commercial with pets becomes increasingly difficult, animal owners are turning to private aviation. A new airline is making a bid for those with fur babies.
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Why Regulators Plan to Sue Over JetBlue’s Deal for Spirit
Regulators looking to block JetBlue’s $3.8 billion bid to buy Spirit Airways think there’s no other way to address their competition concerns.
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Rail Heat Sensors, Under Scrutiny in Ohio Crash, Face Few Regulations
Safety experts said the East Palestine derailment might not have happened had Norfolk Southern placed sensors closer together. The federal government doesn’t require or regulate their use.