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fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

NJ plane passenger accused of groping 'scared' mom as she sat next to her daughter: feds

A mother was sexually assaulted mid-flight by a fellow passenger, prompting federal charges and intervention.
The accused, Bhaveshkumar Shukla, faces serious legal consequences including imprisonment if convicted.
#wizz-air
UK news
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
2 months ago

Wizz Air apologises as passenger suffers 'panic attack' during flight delay

Passengers experienced severe delays with limited food provisions during a flight cancellation, leading to claims of inadequate support from the airline.
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Holidaymaker slammed as 'pathetic' for taking 20 kilosof weights on his flight

Rob Adcock's protest against Wizz Air's baggage fees by taking gym weights on a flight illustrates traveler frustrations over airline policies.
UK news
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
2 months ago

Wizz Air apologises as passenger suffers 'panic attack' during flight delay

Passengers experienced severe delays with limited food provisions during a flight cancellation, leading to claims of inadequate support from the airline.
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Holidaymaker slammed as 'pathetic' for taking 20 kilosof weights on his flight

Rob Adcock's protest against Wizz Air's baggage fees by taking gym weights on a flight illustrates traveler frustrations over airline policies.
more#wizz-air
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago
Mental health

What to Do If You Were Injured as a Passenger in a Car Accident in Florida

Passengers in car accidents should seek legal help for understanding their rights and navigating claims.
#lawsuit
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

An American Airlines passenger is suing the airline after being accused of trafficking his own wife

American Airlines faces a lawsuit for racial profiling, with a passenger alleging he was falsely accused of trafficking his own wife.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Airplane Bathroom Incident at Center of New Lawsuit

The incident involving a United Airlines pilot forcibly removing a passenger from the bathroom raises serious questions about protocol and passenger privacy.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

An American Airlines passenger is suing the airline after being accused of trafficking his own wife

American Airlines faces a lawsuit for racial profiling, with a passenger alleging he was falsely accused of trafficking his own wife.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Airplane Bathroom Incident at Center of New Lawsuit

The incident involving a United Airlines pilot forcibly removing a passenger from the bathroom raises serious questions about protocol and passenger privacy.
more#lawsuit
#travel-insurance
fromBBC News
1 month ago
London startup

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

Heathrow Airport is closed for a day due to a fire, leading to extensive flight cancellations and passenger rights regarding refunds and rebooking.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

What to do if your flight is cancelled? Compensation and expenses rights explained amid Heathrow airport fire chaos

Passengers may face cancellations, but have rights to refunds and alternative flights under UK law.
London startup
fromBBC News
1 month ago

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

Heathrow Airport is closed for a day due to a fire, leading to extensive flight cancellations and passenger rights regarding refunds and rebooking.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

What to do if your flight is cancelled? Compensation and expenses rights explained amid Heathrow airport fire chaos

Passengers may face cancellations, but have rights to refunds and alternative flights under UK law.
more#travel-insurance
#eu-regulations
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland proposes raising flight delay compensation threshold from three hours to five, causing concern among consumer groups.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland's proposal to increase flight delay compensation threshold from three to five hours faces criticism from consumer protection groups.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland proposes raising flight delay compensation threshold from three hours to five, causing concern among consumer groups.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EU mulls tightening flight delay compensation rules for passengers

Poland's proposal to increase flight delay compensation threshold from three to five hours faces criticism from consumer protection groups.
more#eu-regulations
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Air Canada was ordered to pay a passenger $2,000 for delayed luggage. Instead, it's taking him to court | CBC News

Air Canada is contesting a CTA ruling about delayed luggage compensation, highlighting flaws in the passenger claims system.
#flight-disruptions
Travel
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions: New Airline Rule Goes Into Effect

Airlines must now provide automatic refunds for significant flight disruptions within specified timeframes, enhancing passenger compensation standards.
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 years ago
Miscellaneous

What to Do If You Miss Your Flight

Being polite and amenable to gate agents can yield better outcomes for missed flights.
EC 261 protects air passenger rights in Europe, enabling compensation for flight disruptions.
Travel
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions: New Airline Rule Goes Into Effect

Airlines must now provide automatic refunds for significant flight disruptions within specified timeframes, enhancing passenger compensation standards.
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 years ago
Miscellaneous

What to Do If You Miss Your Flight

Being polite and amenable to gate agents can yield better outcomes for missed flights.
EC 261 protects air passenger rights in Europe, enabling compensation for flight disruptions.
more#flight-disruptions
#transport-policy
fromwww.thenorthernecho.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Watchdog calls for ticketless rail users to get 'yellow card' for first offences

The introduction of a yellow card system is suggested to ensure fairness in ticketing and address the issue of minor fare evasion prosecutions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

UK rail firms urged to issue yellow card' warnings instead of penalty

A yellow card system for first-time offenders seeks to prevent unfair punishments for honest mistakes in ticketing.
fromwww.thenorthernecho.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Watchdog calls for ticketless rail users to get 'yellow card' for first offences

The introduction of a yellow card system is suggested to ensure fairness in ticketing and address the issue of minor fare evasion prosecutions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

UK rail firms urged to issue yellow card' warnings instead of penalty

A yellow card system for first-time offenders seeks to prevent unfair punishments for honest mistakes in ticketing.
more#transport-policy
#flight-delays
fromSecret NYC
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Travelers Will Soon Receive Automatic Refunds For Canceled Or Significantly Delayed Flights

Airlines must now provide automatic cash refunds for significant flight delays or cancellations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Digital life

Caught in the CrowdStrike Outage? Here's How to Get Compensated.

Airline responsibility for passenger reimbursement in case of flight delays and cancellations due to outages in their control.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays

The D.O.T. fined JetBlue $2 million for chronic flight delays, marking the first enforcement against an airline for this issue.
fromSecret NYC
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Travelers Will Soon Receive Automatic Refunds For Canceled Or Significantly Delayed Flights

Airlines must now provide automatic cash refunds for significant flight delays or cancellations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Digital life

Caught in the CrowdStrike Outage? Here's How to Get Compensated.

Airline responsibility for passenger reimbursement in case of flight delays and cancellations due to outages in their control.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays

The D.O.T. fined JetBlue $2 million for chronic flight delays, marking the first enforcement against an airline for this issue.
more#flight-delays
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
Travel

Man banned after allegedly urinating on passenger during SFO flight

A passenger was banned from United Airlines after urinating on another during a flight, raising concerns over airline response to such incidents.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Help! Ryanair Won't Send Flight Compensation to a U.S. Bank Account

Ryanair's flight delays may entitle passengers to compensation under European law.
Documenting interactions with the airline is crucial for filing claims.
Persistence, especially through various communication channels, is key to resolving disputes with airlines.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

American Airlines Settles Racial Discrimination Case

American Airlines settled a lawsuit regarding racial discrimination after three Black men were wrongly removed from a flight, emphasizing the need for inclusivity.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

Cash refunds now required if flights are canceled or significantly delayed

Passengers will now receive cash refunds for canceled or significantly changed flights, simplifying the refund process.
The new federal rule aims to provide greater protection and accountability for airline passengers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
UK politics

Northern users may be compensated after rail firm broke fare evasion rules

Northern has halted prosecutions for misuse of 16-25 railcards, acknowledging the confusion around fare rules and promising to review past cases.
fromNew York Post
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

NY rabbi, wife booted off JetBlue flight by 'antisemitic' staff after heated exchange over switching seats: suit

Passengers must adhere to assigned seating on flights, regardless of personal beliefs.
JetBlue defends its policies amidst allegations of discrimination.
Expert opinions suggest this incident reflects common airline seating dilemmas, not antisemitism.
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