Statement from Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association about this morning's widespread flight delays:
When is our country going to get serious about building a modernized air travel system that serves travelers and does not break down? This morning's widespread flight delay incident is yet another example of the need to fix the system, end delays and reduce air traffic congestion. Research shows that 41 million air trips were avoided last year due to delays and cancellations caused by an antiquated system. This problem cannot wait to be addressed--we urge Congress and the Administration to prioritize bringing our air travel system out of the dark ages and into the 21st century with next generation technology and practices."
The U.S. Travel Association is the national, non-profit organization representing all components of the $770 billion travel industry. U.S. Travel's mission is to promote and facilitate increased travel to and within the United States.
