UASs need airspace rules to grow by so that systems can be developed Not having airspace rules to grow by is hurting the aviation industry. Airports in London faced rogue drones buzzing the runways. Several of the largest airports in Europe ended up closing operations...
Senators Markey and Thune call on the FAA to initiate remote ID systems for drones Since 2012 Travelers United has been working with Congress, industry, and the FAA to try and get the formulation of a Unmanned Aerial Systems Future Advisory Board. In our materials...
UASs need new rules so that systems can be developed The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation held a hearing about creating a framework for the deployment and development of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or drones. Unfortunately, the...
What happens in Washington, DC, makes a giant difference to travelers. Everything from the taxes they pay on airline tickets, fees for customs and border protection, money for TSA inspections, and charges to take off and land at airports, all are decided in...
Unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, are coming. They are already here. The only problem is that your government seems to be surprised by them. The industry has been growing exponentially, but the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has had its head in the sand. We...
These accomplishments have been achieved by working closely with our members, national media, the travel industry, the Department of Transportation (DOT), Congress and many other agencies.
Airlines Refunds: DOT enforcement notice that all airline tickets canceled by the airlines must be repaid to include all airfare, taxes and added fees with cash not airline credits.
Bi-partisan bill to eliminate hotel resort fees introduced into House of Representatives
Creation of the DOT Consumer Advocate to focus on aviation consumer protections
Full Fare Act — Advertised airfares now include all mandatory taxes and fees
Lost/damaged/delayed luggage compensation limit increased to $3,500
Passengers have 24 hours to change or cancel their nonrefundable tickets without penalty
Once airfare is purchased, that airfare and ancillary fees cannot be increased
Families flying together act passed by Congress that requires family members 13 years of age and younger to sit with other family members at no additional cost.
