The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has clarified its message about drone restrictions near Hurricane Helene recovery efforts after facing criticism for potentially hindering volunteer search and rescue efforts. The DOT says that while temporary flight restrictions were in place, they have since been lifted, and drones are permitted to assist with relief efforts.
Labor Day weekend is expected to see record-breaking travel volume, leading to significant traffic congestion and potential delays. AAA and the Department of Transportation (DOT) are urging travelers to prepare for heavy traffic and consider alternative travel times to avoid the worst of it.
The Philippines saw an unprecedented boom in tourism in 2023, exceeding all targets and contributing significantly to the national economy. This impressive performance has led lawmakers to advocate for a substantial increase in the Department of Tourism’s budget for the upcoming year.
Air travel in the US continues to be plagued by problems, with passenger complaints reaching record highs in 2023. Flight delays remain a persistent issue, while cancellations have shown some improvement. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is actively working to address these concerns and ensure a positive air travel experience for all.
Leading U.S. airlines have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) over a new mandate requiring upfront disclosure of airline fees. The lawsuit, filed by the Airlines for America lobbying group and six major airlines, alleges that the rule is arbitrary and exceeds the department’s authority. The DOT has defended the rule, asserting that it will protect consumers from hidden fees and ensure transparency in airfare pricing.
Under the new rules, airlines must automatically and promptly refund passengers if their flights are significantly delayed or canceled. The definition of a significant delay is defined as more than three hours for domestic flights and six hours for international flights. Airlines must also issue refunds for delayed checked bags. Prior to this rule, airlines set their refund policies, which often varied. Now, travelers can expect consistent refund policies across airlines and will have the reassurance that they will receive a refund in the event of significant flight disruptions.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has finalized rules that require airlines to promptly refund passengers if flights are canceled, significantly delayed, or have substantial changes to the itinerary. Airlines must offer refunds in cash or in the original form of payment, and passengers can also opt for travel credit or alternative travel arrangements.
Telecom companies recycle mobile numbers that have been inactive for six months or in the case of MNP, two months after initiating a port request but not completing it. While this practice is legal and necessary to meet the increasing demand for mobile numbers, it often causes inconvenience for new users who are assigned recycled numbers and have to deal with issues related to the previous user’s accounts.
