Tag: airline regulations
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US Lawmakers Push Bill to Ban In-Flight Phone Calls Nationwide as Wi-Fi Expands
Making phone calls during a flight could soon become illegal in the United States if lawmakers approve the proposed Quiet Skies Act. The bipartisan bill would require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to finalize a nationwide ban on voice and video calls aboard commercial flights within 180 days. While many major airlines such as United,…
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FAA Proposes $165K Fine For Alaska Airlines Flights For Allowing Intoxicated Passengers To Board Flights
The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 for allegedly allowing intoxicated passengers to board flights. The agency said in a short statement Tuesday that the incidents occurred on 11 flights between February 2024 and February 2025. The agency did not provide details about the events. It did not immediately respond to an…
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