Spirit Airlines shuts down after rescue talks with White House fall through
Spirit Airlines shuts down after rescue talks with White House fall through (politico); Spirit Airlines announces all flights are canceled as it shuts down operations (nbcnews)
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2 bills on this issue are moving right now — and the most active one is Flight Delay and Cancellation Compensation Act.
S3347 · 119th Congress
Flight Delay and Cancellation Compensation Act
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This story is about Spirit Airlines shuts down operations amid failed rescue talks. This bill would require DOT rules for cash compensation for significant flight disruptions/cancellations.
If passed, it would:
- Require DOT rules for cash compensation for significant flight disruptions/cancellations • Require free rebooking and reimbursement for amenities (e.g., meals/lodging/ground transport to lodging) in covered.
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This story is about Spirit shutting down flights amid failed rescue talks and rising oil costs. This bill would direct DOT to issue rules requiring compensation for significant carrier-controlled delays and require free rebooking on the next flight.
If passed, it would
- Direct DOT to require compensation for significant delays • Require free rebooking on next available flight.
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