A coalition of taxpayer and consumer groups is urging the U.S. Senate to reject a proposal to reimpose federal price control regulations on air travel that have long been proven to hurt consumers and drive up costs for taxpayers. The so-called “FAIR Fees Act,” which is currently part of the Senate’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) […]
Real Clear Policy: Regulating Airline Prices Would Be a Big Mistake
If you care about keeping airline prices low, buckle up. You can read this op-ed in Real Clear Policy.
When Privacy Can be Lethal
The recent airliner crash in Europe raises questions about European privacy laws. A European Union (EU) law known as “the right to be forgotten” is rooted in sentiment that on the Internet, we deserve to control how we are viewed by others. Along the road to that law’s adoption it leaned on evidence from some […]
The “Plane” Truth about Bankruptcies and Mergers
American Airlines, one of the United States’ proudest and most recognized brands, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in November 2011. Seeing an opportunity to consolidate the industry and expand its footprint, US Airways has targeted the ailing airline for acquisition. Exploiting American’s compromised position, US Airways has already forged contract agreements with three of […]
