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DOT Launches Inquiry Into Rewards Programs of 4 Airlines
Loyalty & Rewards // September 05, 2024

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has launched an inquiry into the rewards programs of the four largest U.S. airlines, saying it aims to protect customers from practices that are potentially unfair, deceptive or anticompetitive. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Airlines Sue DOT Over New Fee Disclosure Rules
Legal // May 13, 2024

Airlines are reportedly suing the U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) over new fee rules. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

DOT: Airlines Must Automatically Refund Canceled Flights
Travel Payments // April 24, 2024

Airlines must automatically refund travelers for canceled flights under a new Department of Transportation rule. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Traveler Complaints Prompt DOT To Remind Airlines Of Refund Rules
Travel Payments // May 12, 2020

As thousands of complaints about airlines flood the Department of Transportation (DOT), the department is issuing a warning to airlines: Don’t renege on obligations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Transportation Department to Streamline Regulations for Self-Driving Car Manufacturers

June 13, 2025
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will streamline an exemption process to accelerate the development of autonomous vehicles.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you […]

DOT Launches Inquiry Into Rewards Programs of 4 Airlines

September 05, 2024
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has launched an inquiry into the rewards programs of the four largest U.S. airlines, saying it aims to protect customers from practices that are potentially unfair,...

Airlines Sue DOT Over New Fee Disclosure Rules

May 13, 2024
Airlines are reportedly suing the U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) over new fee rules. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

DOT: Airlines Must Automatically Refund Canceled Flights

April 24, 2024
Airlines must automatically refund travelers for canceled flights under a new Department of Transportation rule. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...