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Old Apr 15, 2017, 10:35 am
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denuaflier
 
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Originally Posted by dvlsadvc8
Air travel is not a right, it is a convenience. Like anything purchased, buyer beware. On the bright side, you do have the right to buy or charter a private aircraft to meet or exceed your travel requirements/expectations. If you can't afford that, never fear, other options are yet available. You can book passage via train or bus; even better, drive yourself. The likelihood of being "beaten, bullied, concussed, humiliated, or booted" from your private vehicle are slim to none.
It is more than convenience. Something called contract law. UA breached it. UA is not doing a favor on anyone.
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