Originally Posted by
OverpaidSlacker
I'm wondering whether/how to pursue a refund of the taxes I paid on the tickets in question. I don't even know whether it's a question to pose to the airline or the IRS? Anyone have any ideas?
They didn't charge you for any taxes. They increased their base fares, which they are entitled to do whenever they please before you purchase the ticket (essentially).
I just did a dummy booking for travel in mid-August and, as seen below, they did not charge the federal excise tax (7.5%). I can't see how you'd be entitled to a refund of something that wasn't charged...
Carrier US TXA7NJ4 BOS to PHX (rules)
Passenger type ADT, one-way fare, booking code T
Covers BOS-PHX (Coach)
$133.60
US September 11th Security Fee (AY) $2.50
US Passenger Facility Charge (XF) $4.50
Subtotal per passenger $140.60
Number of passengers x1
TOTAL AIRFARE & TAXES $140.60