Airlines issue waivers as Tropical Storm Hilary nears Southern California
More than 1,000 US flights have been canceled Sunday, and more than 4,500 others have been delayed as of 9 p.m ET, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware. Not all of the disruptions are due to Tropical Storm Hilary, but airlines have issued waivers specifically for the storm. Travelers are automatically entitled to a refund if their flight is canceled for any reason, according to Department of Transportation policy, but airlines have more leeway in the event of delays. The DOT has a dashboard that can help travelers unpack airlines' policies around delay compensation.<br/>
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Airlines issue waivers as Tropical Storm Hilary nears Southern California
More than 1,000 US flights have been canceled Sunday, and more than 4,500 others have been delayed as of 9 p.m ET, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware. Not all of the disruptions are due to Tropical Storm Hilary, but airlines have issued waivers specifically for the storm. Travelers are automatically entitled to a refund if their flight is canceled for any reason, according to Department of Transportation policy, but airlines have more leeway in the event of delays. The DOT has a dashboard that can help travelers unpack airlines' policies around delay compensation.<br/>
