scottbee Posted June 21, 2011 #1 Share Posted June 21, 2011 The U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) is violating First Amendment rights to free speech with rules that regulate how airlines advertise their fares and fees, Las Vegas-based low-cost carrier Allegiant Air argues in a court filing June 16. http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/generic/story_generic.jsp?channel=aviationdaily&id=news/avd/2011/06/17/06.xml&headline=Allegiant%20Says%20Fare%20Advertising%20Rules%20Violate%20Free%20Speech%20Protections Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted June 21, 2011 #2 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Let me see if I understand this. They want constitutional protection from full disclosure of actual cost of the trip vs. a low ball advertising rate then on the side adding in additional fees and taxes which then doubles the cost of your actual purchase. Am I understanding their complaint correctly? I hope their lawyers advertised a rate of $50 and hour just to get the business. They can then add $350 an hour at the end of the final billing statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pms4104 Posted June 21, 2011 #3 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Two moe crap suits to clog the courts and waste taxpayer money. Why would they be afraid of full disclosure ... unless they demonstrate unfair business practices? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenish Posted June 21, 2011 #4 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Sounds like both airlines can't stand on their own when the playing field is level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fattony Posted June 21, 2011 #5 Share Posted June 21, 2011 Advertising has been regulated for years. Wonder if others have used the First Amendment angle. For this our men and women in uniform have fought and died? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo70 Posted June 21, 2011 #6 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I hope their lawyers advertised a rate of $50 and hour just to get the business. They can then add $350 an hour at the end of the final billing statement. lol, too funny. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patseacruiser Posted June 21, 2011 #7 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I see today that Spirit instituted a $5 fee if you do not print your boarding pass online. Just another fee from Spirit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo70 Posted June 21, 2011 #8 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I see today that Spirit instituted a $5 fee if you do not print your boarding pass online. Just another fee from Spirit Wow, that is crazy! I could not imagine flying with them. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patseacruiser Posted June 21, 2011 #9 Share Posted June 21, 2011 They fly out of Atlantic city and its really convenient but with the checked bag fees and the carry on bag fees and then they lowered the baggage weight limit without saying anything and now if you show up with more than 40 lbs you pay overeeight fees. And then read this about the boarding pass fees and that is really the last straw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottbee Posted June 21, 2011 Author #10 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I see today that Spirit instituted a $5 fee if you do not print your boarding pass online. Just another fee from Spirit Ryanair in Europe charge €40 ($50+) for that privilege. Its the new way of selling airline tickets. Lie about the price and nail you later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsAllAboutTheSass Posted June 21, 2011 #11 Share Posted June 21, 2011 I see today that Spirit instituted a $5 fee if you do not print your boarding pass online. Just another fee from Spirit But they said they lowered rates by $5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eng23 Posted June 22, 2011 #12 Share Posted June 22, 2011 The U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) is violating First Amendment rights to free speech with rules that regulate how airlines advertise their fares and fees, Las Vegas-based low-cost carrier Allegiant Air argues in a court filing June 16. http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/generic/story_generic.jsp?channel=aviationdaily&id=news/avd/2011/06/17/06.xml&headline=Allegiant%20Says%20Fare%20Advertising%20Rules%20Violate%20Free%20Speech%20Protections So seeing as these airlines want to be protected about not being truthful in their advertising, how do you think they will feel when being sworn in at court and having to tell the truth under penalty of law for perjury. I guess telling the truth in court is different than telling the truth in advertising. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eng23 Posted June 22, 2011 #13 Share Posted June 22, 2011 Oh wait! I'm sorry, they are challenging the first amendment and not the fifth which does protect themselves from self incrimination! :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eng23 Posted June 22, 2011 #14 Share Posted June 22, 2011 Also if their are any lawers present that want to flame me if I quoted the amendments incorrectly go ahead.....:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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