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AirAdvisor’s Airline Guides for US Travelers
AirAdvisor’s Airline Guides are designed to help US travelers understand what airlines are actually required to do when flights are delayed, canceled, or disrupted. Each guide explains airline obligations under US Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, individual airline contracts of carriage, and, where applicable, international passenger rights laws.
Clear Guidance on DOT Requirements
In the United States, passenger rights are largely governed by DOT regulations and airline-specific contracts of carriage. Our guides break down what airlines are legally required to provide, including refund rules, rebooking obligations, tarmac delay protections, and disclosure requirements.
We explain where the law sets firm rules and where airlines have discretion, so you know what you can reasonably expect.
Airline Contracts of Carriage, Explained
Each airline has its own contract of carriage, but these are often long, complex, and full of difficult-to-understand legalese. Our team reviews and analyzes these contracts to explain, in plain language, how each airline typically handles:
- Flight delays
- Cancellations,
- Missed connections,
- Denied boarding, and
- Baggage mishandling issues
This allows you to see how policies differ from one airline to another and how they are applied in practice.
Refunds, Credits, and Rebooking Options
You’ll have a better understanding of when you are entitled to a refund, when airlines may offer travel credits, and how rebooking usually works during flight disruptions. They also include common scenarios to help you visualize what happens during long delays and last-minute cancellations, so you can make informed decisions more quickly.
International Passenger Rights When You Fly Abroad
If you’re flying internationally, you may be protected by additional passenger rights rules, depending on the route and airline. These airline guides clearly explain when international regulations apply, including:
- EU261 and UK261 for flights departing Europe or operated by European or UK carriers
- The Montreal Convention for baggage delays, damage, and loss on international flights
Backed by Real Flight Data and Passenger Experience
Each guide also includes data from one of the largest airline disruption and claims databases in the world, covering hundreds of airlines and more than 182 countries. We also analyze hundreds of millions of verified flight records from multiple trusted sources.
You’ll also get real passenger stories and real case studies that show how airlines handle disruptions in practice and what travelers can realistically expect.
How These Guides Help You
AirAdvisor’s Airline Guides will give you a better understanding of:
- What airlines are required to do under DOT rules
- How individual airlines apply their contracts of carriage
- When refunds, rebooking, or assistance are required
- What additional rights may apply on international flights
They are designed to be a practical, airline-specific resource you can turn to before, during, or after a disruption.
Experience You Can Trust
Since 2017, AirAdvisor has helped travelers worldwide navigate airline disputes and flight disruptions.
- More than 620,000 passenger claims handled globally
- 4.6 out of 5 rating from 26,198 verified customer reviews
- Deep expertise in airline operations, passenger rights, and regulatory compliance
- Two pending patents related to our claims and case-handling processes
