A JetBlue flight bound for San Juan was delayed Tuesday evening when a passenger, allegedly following a dispute with his girlfriend, opened an emergency exit and deployed the slide while the plane was taxiing at Boston’s Logan Airport. Massachusetts State Police responded, arresting the man who remained on board. The incident prompted a delay for the flight. He is scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday.
It feels like a breath of fresh air to finally hear that airlines are now required to refund passengers for canceled or significantly delayed flights. The recent announcement by the Department of Transportation (DOT) feels like a long-overdue move towards prioritizing passenger rights. The fact that this rule applies to tickets purchased directly from airlines, travel agents, and even third-party sites is a huge win for travelers everywhere, including those who have experienced the frustrations of flight cancellations and delays firsthand.
The new rules outlined by the DOT make it clear that airlines must issue prompt refunds to passengers in cases where flights are canceled or significantly delayed.… Continue reading
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