Major airline trade organizations are lobbying the Department of Transportation to eliminate consumer protection regulations established by Pete Buttigieg. With Sean Duffy appointed as the new secretary, airlines seek to roll back rules like cash compensation for delays. Other noteworthy developments include United's expansion to Sacramento, Frontier and Spirit's stalled merger talks, and Delta enhancing SkyMiles perks. Additionally, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have intertwined loyalty programs, while JetBlue expands award options. Unruly passenger reports continue to rise even as TSA accepts mobile IDs at certain airports.
The airline industry is lobbying for the removal of consumer protection rules established by former DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg, calling for regulatory rollbacks.
Frontier and Spirit Airlines have failed to reach an agreement on merger proposals, complicating their expansion strategies in the competitive airline market.
Amid changing leadership at the Department of Transportation, major airlines are eager to reverse consumer-focused regulations aimed at protecting passengers from delays.
United Airlines expands its routes while increasing competition grows as Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines enhance their loyalty programs, aiming for consumer engagement.
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