Passengers was stuck on planes for hours without air conditioning, food, or water.
Recent incidents occurred with passengers to delays and poor conditions during air travel.
United Airlines passengers described being trapped in their plane for seven hours on the runway before the flight was cancel. 787 passengers on flight UA40 were scheduled to fly from Newark to Rome on July 3, but technical problems left the plan stranded at the airport.
The need for stronger regulations to protect their rights and well-being. One such incident involved passengers stuck on a plane for 7 hours with no air conditioning, food, or water provided, as reported by a woman.
Woman Describe the Incident
A woman said, People are standing at their gate at Newark Liberty International Airport. “The girl had a panic attack and passed out. “Further said, their flight delayed for 7 hours and cancelled at 1 in the morning.
The passengers tell the worker, “We were trap on that plane for 7 hours in 70-80 plus heat. “It was hot, and hard to breathe.”
“They were headed to Rome on an overnight flight on July 3rd when shortly after seated in plane, things also started to go wrong”. “The air conditioning wasn’t working.”
She says she watched elderly people sweat, a baby crying, and a young girl almost passed out.
Policy Requires Food and Water
The US Department of Transportation mandates airlines provide food and water to passengers within two hours of a tarmac delay. United, a parent of Scott Kirby’s parents, claims they will provide food and water unless safety or security concerns prevent it. She also added, the CEO’s parents left without accommodations and a cancelled flight. The family found rooms and booked new flights, resulting in up to $4000 in compensation. The CEO determines how to compensate all passengers for the horrific experience.
Airline Reaction For Passengers
The I-Team contacted United Airlines to inquire about the situation and compensation for passengers. They affected by a temperature issue on July 3. Furthermore, the airline provided snacks and beverages during the flight, but the crew exceeded their duty hours, leading to the cancellation. The I-Team has requested clarification on whether snacks provide to everyone while the plane is on the Tarmac.
