Federal Court Halts New Airline Fee Disclosure Rule

The Biden administration's regulation aimed at increasing transparency faces legal challenges from major airlines.

A U.S. appeals court temporarily blocked the Department of Transportation's rule requiring upfront disclosure of airline fees.
The rule mandated airlines to reveal fees for services like checked bags and reservation changes alongside ticket prices.
The court ruled that the regulation likely exceeds the DOT's authority and could irreparably harm airlines.
Airlines argued that the rule would confuse consumers and require costly website overhauls.
The case will proceed to further hearings, with the DOT defending the rule as a consumer protection measure.