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Six years ago, 73 percent of sick plane passengers would fly — flight changes were too costly. And today?

Six years ago, 73 percent of sick plane passengers would fly — flight changes were too costly. And today?

by Charlie Leocha | Apr 9, 2026

Almost three-quarters of contagious airline passengers polled would fly when sick to save money and vacations. ( In a Travelers United newsletter poll completed prior to COVID, almost 73 percent of sick plane passengers said they would fly even if they were sick with...
Debunking 4 COVID-19 face mask myths that can put travelers at risk

Debunking 4 COVID-19 face mask myths that can put travelers at risk

by Ned S. Levi | Sep 2, 2024

It’s time to debunk four COVID-19 face mask myths that have resurfaced that, unfortunately, too many air travelers believe. Last week, I wrote about the surge of COVID-19 cases hitting the U.S. and across the globe this summer. I discussed protective measures...
Debunking 4 COVID-19 face mask myths that can put travelers at risk

A summer COVID wave is hitting hard — do we need to mask-up now?

by Ned S. Levi | Aug 26, 2024

A summer COVID wave is hitting the U.S. and many other nations across the globe, and travelers should take COVID seriously. Since June, the number of cases of COVID-19 has been rising rapidly in the U.S. and worldwide. Take preventative actions, such as getting...
COVID-19 trip cancellations continue — but sickness waivers are ending

COVID-19 trip cancellations continue — but sickness waivers are ending

by Janice Hough | Oct 17, 2023

Passengers still face COVID-19 trip cancellations or postponements. As we move into a post-pandemic world, most travel agents will tell you, we’re still having people cancel or postpone trips due to COVID-19. Thankfully, for the most part, the disease is not as...
Let’s honor those who sacrificed themselves for the American ideal

Let’s honor those who sacrificed themselves for the American ideal

by Ned S. Levi | May 30, 2022

On Memorial Day, let’s rededicate ourselves to the American ideal at home and abroad.  Today is Memorial Day. It’s the day America set aside to honor those who sacrificed themselves for the American ideal. They sacrificed their lives for the nation’s...
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Accomplishments

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.

  • – Removal of restaurant fees from DC area eateries — this is an ongoing project
  • – Creation of DOT Dashboard to outline consumer rights after cancellation of a flight
  • – Bi-partisan bill to eliminate hotel resort fees introduced into House of Representatives
  • – Creation of the Advisory Committee for Aviation Consumer Protections
  • – Advertised airfares now include airfare plus, mandatory taxes and fees
  • – Lost/damaged/delayed luggage compensation limit increased to $3,800
  • – Passengers have 24 hours to change or cancel their nonrefundable tickets without penalty
  • – Once an 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.

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