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Old May 11, 2015, 9:23 am
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channa
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Originally Posted by MSPeconomist
I don't think it was the right decision for UA to rebook the family onto a DL flight. What if the meltdown and scratching occurred on the DL flight? Don't DL passengers have a right to fly safely? Plus, it's not pleasant for passengers on the next flight to be subjected to a fifteen year old child who howls during the flight.

What's wrong with acknowledging you can't handle something and sending the business to another provider who may be able to do a better job.

I have very strong respect for companies that do this. Don't bite off more than you can chew...
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