Winter 2022 is not just about warm weather and PTO. At airports around the world, a new phenomenon called Armageddon is occurring. Don’t worry, this is not another COVID or end of the world – but something that could affect your summer travel plans.
Let’s see why this happened and how passengers can prepare for the inevitable flight delays and cancellations.
What is Armageddon and why is it happening?
When the word Armageddon is not used to refer to the movie, it refers to the final myth between evil and evil. When it comes to Armageddon, you may find yourself at war with your airline. According to USA Today, more than 10,000 flights were canceled in a week.
So why is this happening? There are many reasons, one of which is that so many people are traveling right now. According to a Vacationer study, about 80 percent of Americans travel this summer. This is an estimated 20.8 million passengers.
There are also common causes such as weather conditions and lack of support. Caroline BGN, author of the Veggie Wayfarer blog, emailed HARO and shared her latest travel experiences. “I had six flights to go, one was canceled and the other five were delayed. [Some of the flights] They were delayed due to hurricanes, lack of manpower, and cyclones, ”she said.
According to Frank Harrison, director of North American Regional Safety at the World Travel Agency, the outbreak has not only pushed some veterans to retire, but also reduced training and employment. This has reduced the number of pilots, reduced lines, and canceled flights. And it seems that the cancellation of the flight is not just a shortage of pilots.
Kathleen Sorino, who has repeatedly sent out leaflets to BGN and shared her recent experiences. “I returned from Brussels’ Charleroi Airport and the flight was too late. We spent hundreds of hours in small convoys. The reason is that they do not have staff and there are not enough flight attendants, ”Sortino shares. This is worse than what has happened to her in flight over 20+ years.
How to prepare for flight delays and cancellations
Knowing why this is so may make the frustration easier, but it does not. The good news is that passengers and commuters still have a lot of power. Daniel Green, co-founder of Travel Insurance, sent an e-mail to BGN for advice.
Email: A world traveler emailed BGN with her travel advice. “Even if your flight is canceled, you will have a better chance of getting it [rebooked on the next flight]. The longer the day, the worse the rescheduling process.
Email also recommends signing up for the airline’s recurring flyer program. “American Airlines AA Advanced Program is free to enroll and will give you priority if you do not have one,” she said.
4. Consider other travel options
Depending on where you are going, you may want to drive or take the train to your destination. Yes, the price of gas is high but you can get a good price by doing a little math. Also, rent a car and drive if you are stuck in a stretch and your destination is only a few hours away. It may be faster than waiting for the next flight.
5. Buy a travel insurance
Travel insurance can cover problems ranging from canceled flights to luggage. Green shares with certain policies, “You can receive $ 200 for normal travel comfort and delays such as lost or delayed 6 hours or more luggage, 6 hours or more flight delays, or canceled flights.”
More travel advice
Traveling this summer is an all-hand-on-the-boat situation. Here are some additional tips to get you through.
Download the airline app on your phone. This way you can get instant alerts and easily reschedule if necessary.
Get to know the airline’s cancellation and reschedule policies No one likes to read a good print, but doing so will help you get costs and travel vouchers.
Use a credit card to book your flights Geobrezetravel Instagram, which includes money-saving tips for travel, suggests buying flights on credit cards, such as Chess Sapphire. This protection will help you reimburse your expenses if you need it.
How to prepare for the evil
There may come a time when you do your best, but you still find yourself at a random destination. If so, what can you do?
What if it was your flight? Canceled. While at the airport?
Move fast Casari Vacations Rent Operations Vice-President Larry Snyder suggested that he immediately go to the airline’s agent’s desk as soon as he learned that his flight had been canceled. If you end up with a long line, try calling your service provider. The third option is a self-service kiosk.. Sneaker says, “Scan your boarding pass or enter your record marker to see your updated travel details. You can also change your flight and print new boarding passes from there.
Submit claim CruiseTrail founder Matthias Magnusen recommends keeping all your receipts out of pocket. You will need these items to make a claim. There are also providers who can help you with your claim. ”
Be patient and understanding; No one can fix all these problems by waving a magic wand. When you see travel agents making decisions at the last minute, remember that you do not know everything that is going on in their world. At the end of the day, everyone who works at the airport is doing their best. Having a positive or at least neutral attitude makes life a little easier for everyone.
Be flexible: “What can I do now, and what are my options?” It is always good to ask yourself. Living with the problem will not help you get to your destination. Use up all resources and try to communicate with other people in the same situation. The more you are willing to adjust and relax, the more options you will have.
Christen Brown
Kirsten is a freelance writer and coach. As a writer, she has written for Travel Novel, Passion Passport, BAUCE mag and various travel and lifestyle blogs. As a writer, her goal is to write content that inspires others to take action. As a coach, her goal is to encourage women to become more real. In her spare time you will find her dancing anywhere to any song.
