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The grim effect Delta’s ESA lawsuit will have on travel

Air Carrier Access Act, Cases, Emotional Support Animals (ESA), Medical Assistance Animals, News

June 6, 2019

A man who was severely mauled by an emotional support animal on a Delta flight in 2017 is suing the airline and the dog’s owner for damages. An in-depth reading of the suit delivers some disturbing takeaways about the future of air travel for both humans and animals.

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Survey: 61 percent of flight attendants say emotional support animals have caused trouble midflight

Air Carrier Access Act, Civil Rights, Emotional Support Animals (ESA), Medical Assistance Animals, News, Pets, Service Dogs (SD), Stop Disability Fraud

September 15, 2018

AFA reported earlier this week that 82 percent flight attendants surveyed agree that the DOT needs to release a more clarified policy on the requirements for emotional support animal in the high skies, while continuing necessary support for travelers with disabilities and veterans.

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