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11mo ago

Airlines Challenge New Fee Disclosure Rule in Court

Major U.S. carriers argue that transparency requirements confuse consumers, while the Transportation Department defends the rule as essential for protecting passengers.

Overview

  • United, Delta, American, JetBlue, Alaska, and Hawaiian Airlines have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Transportation Department.
  • The new rule mandates airlines to disclose all fees upfront before ticket purchase.
  • Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg criticized the lawsuit, emphasizing consumer rights to fee transparency.
  • The Transportation Department estimates passengers overpay $543 million annually due to hidden fees.
  • Airlines claim the rule will inundate consumers with information, complicating the booking process.