There are 2 no-brainer solutions that would let airlines overbook flights and not kick off passengers involuntarily
Aug 14, 2024, 15:51 IST
This week, the practice for involuntarily bumping passengers in the airline industry launched its way into the forefront of the national psyche. Even though the disturbing video of Dr. David Dao's violent expulsion from a United flight led to a firestorm of criticism towards the Chicago-based airline, it's actually a practice common throughout the industry. In fact, statistics show United isn't even the worst offender.
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In the latest episode of "The Bottom Line," Henry Blodget explains two simple ways the airline industry can put an end to the practice.