Federal Register #DOT-OST-2026-1651

DOT Final Rule: Air Carrier Passenger Rights Summary Submission and Posting Requirement

This final rule from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of the Secretary establishes new compliance requirements for air carriers: - Applies to all covered air carriers (U.S. and foreign) as defined by 49 U.S.C. 40102 - Requires submission of a one-page Passenger Rights Summary to the Department - Must address compensation and procedures for: - Flight delays, diversions, and cancellations - Mishandled baggage - Voluntary and involuntary boarding denial - Forced removal - Must include guidelines for rebooking, refunds, meals, lodging, and compensation - Carriers must post the summary in a prominent location on their websites within 90 days of submission - Compliance is contingent on OMB approval of information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act - No specific OEMs, vendors, or products are being procured; this is a regulatory requirement for air carriers - Key government offices involved: - Office of Aviation Consumer Protection, U.S. Department of Transportation - FAA Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch

Description

This final rule requires covered air carriers to submit to the U.S. Department of Transportation a one-page document summarizing passenger rights regarding delays, diversions, cancellations, baggage, and boarding. Carriers must post this summary prominently on their websites within 90 days of submitting the plan to the Department. The submission and posting obligations are contingent upon the Department's completion of the Paperwork Reduction Act process. The rule implements Section 429 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 and is effective May 26, 2026, with compliance required only after OMB approval is announced.

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