rajeshgupta on Tuesday, August 23, 2011 reviews [0]



Sweeping pro-consumer passenger rules come into effect from 23rd August, 2011. US Dept of Transportation requires airlines to refund baggage fees for lost luggage and shell out considerably more for involuntarily bumping passengers on overbooked flights.

The U.S. Department of Transportation's pro-consumer passenger rights come into effect from today, August 23.

New passenger rights will necessitate the airlines to refund baggage fees for lost checked luggage as well as to pay more for bumping involuntary passengers on overbooked flights.