New DOT Fines Qantas for Violating Price Advertising Rules
Mar 04,2012 - DOT Fines Qantas for Violating Price Advertising Rules
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) assessed a civil penalty of $40,000 against Qantas Airways, a carrier based in Australia, for violating federal aviation laws and the Department’s rules prohibiting deceptive price advertising in air travel.
“Ensuring that travelers know the full cost of their airline tickets before they buy them is just one way that DOT is continuing to protect consumers’ rights,” U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said. “Passengers deserve fair and honest treatment when they fly, and DOT’s passenger protections will help ensure that they receive that treatment before, during, and after their flights.”
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