JetBlue slapped with $2 million penalty for massive flight delays
1 week, 4 days ago

JetBlue slapped with $2 million penalty for massive flight delays

Live Mint  

The US Department of Transportation has levied a $2 million penalty against JetBlue Airways for operating four chronically delayed domestic flights, marking the first time the agency has imposed such a fine for this prohibited scheduling practice. The airline has also committed to issuing vouchers worth at least $75 to passengers impacted by flight cancellations or delays exceeding three hours within the next year. Despite these efforts, USDOT emphasized that JetBlue had sufficient time to take corrective action to prevent the chronic delays, regardless of the causes, such as weather or air traffic control disruptions. Future actions and compensation for passengers Under the terms of the settlement, JetBlue must provide compensation to passengers for delays or cancellations caused by the airline, ensuring future passengers are not similarly affected.

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JetBlue sees return to profitability delayed by flight woes
2 years, 8 months ago

JetBlue sees return to profitability delayed by flight woes

Associated Press  

DALLAS — JetBlue Airways said Tuesday that it lost $255 million in the first quarter, and widespread flight cancellations in April plus the need to hire and train more pilots will delay the company’s return to profitability. Like other airlines that have reported financial results this month, JetBlue said demand for tickets is strong and fares are rising — the …

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