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January 1, Airline Standby Fury Spikes As Summer Travel Soars
Wyatt’s Take
- Passengers are fed up with airlines overbooking flights and then acting like they’re doing folks a favor by giving them the seat they already paid for.
- Voices online show that average Americans have had enough with being put on standby after booking flights well in advance.
- This frustration comes as millions are set to travel over July 4th, breaking all records.
Travelers are speaking out about being bumped to standby after booking flights weeks in advance, calling out airlines for acting as if they’re doing passengers a favor by seating them.
“I book a flight weeks in advance and find out I’ve been put on standby when I get to the airport,” one person posted, touching off a wave of online outrage.
“Lucky? I paid for this flight weeks in advance.”
Most comments agreed with these frustrations and blasted airlines for overbooking, refusing to take blame, and making customers pay if they want to change their own flight.
“They will cancel or change the flight at a moment’s notice, but if you change it, it’s a problem and costs more.”
Another said, “It would be fair if they took responsibility, especially for overbooking.”
“You paid for your ticket. You did your part.”
Some argued that unless you fly first class, you won’t be treated well. A few posters wondered if late check-ins or having a basic ticket led to the problem, and others said they’ve never had trouble.
With July 4th on the way, a record 72.2 million folks are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home, with around 8% flying. The number of travelers keeps climbing, with millions more hitting the road compared to last year.
About 4.78 million people will use trains or cruises for their summer trips, adding to the crowded travel season.
Travelers want fairness and a straight deal when they spend their hard-earned money.
Wyatt Matters
Folks deserve to get what they paid for without getting the runaround. Honest treatment and respect for hard-earned dollars are values that run deep in Middle America.
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Dave Wollenberg
August 12, 2025 at 8:32 am
Wyatt, July 4th’s over, brother.
Frances
August 12, 2025 at 4:39 pm
Now that we’ve established the date reference is for the last holiday, there is a real problem here. I agree that flying isn’t fun any more. I’ve traveled well over a million miles. There is an underlying problem no one wants to address and that is people just not showing up for flights or canceling at the last minute. These are not air carriers problems they are caused by inconsiderate travelers. Scheduling is a nightmare for airlines and a logistical horror. Did I mention in all those miles I have never lost a bag or been bumped on a flight. Simple rules
1. Confirm reservation 24 hours prior to flight,
2. Arrive at the airport at least one hour early for domestic and two hours for international.
3. Be courteous to the staff and flight crew. They have no control for the situation. You’d be amazed how much better you get treated if you are not the asshole.