U.S. Airlines Urge USDOT to Drop Review on Passenger Compensation Rules

U.S. airlines urged the Transportation Department to drop its review of whether carriers should compensate passengers for flight disruptions. Airlines for America, representing major airlines, argued that such requirements would increase costs and ticket prices while exceeding the agency's legal authority. Airlines must refund passengers for canceled flights but are not obligated to compensate for delays. Major carriers voluntarily cover meals, hotel stays, and other expenses for significant disruptions they cause.