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American Eagle Airlines Fined a Whopping $900,000 for Keeping Passengers Stuck on Tarmac

Shauna Wright — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:00:59 +0000

A Department of Transportation rule implemented in April 2010 prohibits airlines from keeping passengers sitting on a tarmac for more than three hours — a rule it says an American Airlines affiliate has since violated so frequently that it’s now been slapped with a $900,000 fine, the first such fine handed down since the edict took effect.

Have Fun, Be Irish, Just Don't Drink & Drive!

Stu Allen — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 23:45:31 +0000

St. Patrick’s Day is a lot of fun. Please enjoy it responsibly by using a designated driver! If you plan on starting early and staying out until the wee hours, remember that Michigan now has “Super Drunk” laws for people who drive with elevated blood alcohol levels. If you blow a .08 on the Breathalyzer, [...]

A man faces a fine for refusing a full body scan

Erin Bishop — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:32:12 +0000

Seriously what do you expect will happen if you refuse a full body scan at the airport? You could be lucky like John Tyner, who faces fines up to $11,000 for refusing a full body scan and a pat down.