US Might Force Airlines to Compensate Travelers for Flight Delays, Cancellations

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The Spin

Left narrative

The US is on the right path toward protecting passengers from financial losses when carriers are responsible for canceling or delaying their flights. The airline industry will undoubtedly oppose and lobby against this move, but the recent flight meltdowns have made it clear that the government must support those suffering the most.

Right narrative

Despite its attempt to pass the buck to the airlines for flight delays and cancellations, the government cannot deny its partial responsibility for flight meltdowns. While the FAA's controllers still track flights manually with paper strips instead of using computers, countries that have at least partially privatized air traffic control experience fewer delays, lower costs, and equal or improved safety. America must do the same.

Metaculus Prediction


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