Airline passenger bill of rights.....the sequel

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced additions to it’s passenger bill of rights.. They include:

1) a requirement that airlines fully disclose all fees and taxes on their websites. This includes fees for baggage, meals, upgraded seats, and canceling or changing reservations.

2) Tarmac delays for international flights are limited to four hours. After two hours, food, water and proper toilet facilities must be available. Tarmac delay limits for domestic flights stay at three hours. 

3) Refund baggage fees if the bag is lost. While airlines must compensate passengers for lost bags, they must now refund any baggage fees paid as well.

4) Fees for bumping passengers have been increased. Short delays will go from $400 to $650 and long delays from $800 to $1350. Additionally, these rates will be adjusted every two years for inflation. 

All of the above rules take effect in 120 days. 

(Frank II)