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Most important travel issue? The controversial, often-delayed FAA Reauthorization bill is being debated in Washington next week. The proposed legislation covers a lot of ground, from funding NextGen air traffic technology to forcing airlines to disclose fees. This week’s big question: Which of these issues are the most important to you, the traveler? Here’s the poll.
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Will the industry with the worst fees please stand up and take a bow?
Ridiculous or not? When a “fuel surcharge” costs more than an airline ticket
When Walter Nissen signed up for a British Airways Chase Visa card recently, he though he’d be jetting off to London after earning just 50,000 miles.
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