Flight delayed? It’s probably Uncle Sam’s fault
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Flight delayed? It’s probably Uncle Sam’s fault

ByNews Polite

Your flight is delayed? Blame your government. OK, it’s not always the government’s fault. Sometimes it’s weather or mechanical problems. But often we suffer horrible flight delays because politicians won’t relinquish power. In January, flights were grounded when the government’s “Notice to Air Missions” system broke down. That was just…

Airlines commit to free meals, lodging for delays ahead of Labor Day
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Airlines commit to free meals, lodging for delays ahead of Labor Day

ByNews Polite

Several major US air carriers caved to public pressure by confirming they will pay for meals and lodging to passengers who endure delays or cancellations ahead of the potentially chaotic Labor Day travel weekend. The move by the carriers comes after Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg demanded airline CEOs provide free…