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Five major airlines are suing the U.S. government over a rule that punished them for damaging passengers’ wheelchairs

More than 11,500 wheelchairs and scooters were mishandled by airlines in 2023, according to the Department of Transportation.

USA Today · 4d

Major US airlines challenge Biden-era DOT wheelchair accessibility rule

The DOT's Biden-era rule protecting travelers with mobility devices is being brought to court by major U.S. airlines.

The Washington Post on MSN · 4d

Airlines seek to overturn Biden rules for travelers with wheelchairs

Airlines are seeking to undo Biden administration rules that required enhanced training for workers and protection for disabled passengers’ wheelchairs and assistive devices.

U.S. News & World Report · 3d

US Airlines Challenge Biden Wheelchair Passenger Protection Rule

Major U.S. airlines and a trade association have challenged a Biden administration rule issued in December requiring new consumer protections for disabled passengers using wheelchairs. United Airlines,

WGBH · 2d

Airlines push back on new federal protections for passengers with disabilities

The engines of the plane were literally revving when someone came along and told us to get off,” Robinson said, and they were “carted” off the plane as all of the passengers watched. It’s the type of experience that many people with disabilities fear while flying.

4don MSN

Did Southwest Airlines Conduct Mass Layoffs in Preparation for JetBlue Merger? What We Know

The unconfirmed combination could hold benefits for both carriers, but would likely encounter significant regulatory hurdles.

Mother Jones4d

Airlines Sue to Avoid Consequences for Breaking Disabled Travelers’ Wheelchairs

In addition to the new rule, the Department of Transportation also fined American Airlines $50 million last October for its ...

Yahoo Finance26d

JetBlue unveils generous offer for travelers amid weak profits

Last month, the U.S. Department of Transportation fined JetBlue $2 million for “operating multiple chronically delayed flights.” The airline also recently settled an antitrust lawsuit ...

3don MSN

Airlines look to remove consumer protections for travelers who use wheelchairs

Trade group for American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United say carriers are mishandling fewer passenger wheelchairs.

KOBI2d

Airlines seek to overturn disability rule

Major U.S. airlines are challenging part of a new rule for disabled travelers. The rule made airlines responsible for damaged ...

Disability Scoop4d

Airlines Push Back On Expanded Rights For Passengers With Disabilities

Several major U.S. airlines are challenging a new federal rule aimed at improving travel for those with disabilities.

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