The AirFAIR Act directs the Secretary of Transportation to create regulations preventing airlines and ticket sellers from charging excessive prices during disasters or emergencies declared by state or local authorities. The law specifically establishes that price increases of 30 percent or more will be considered excessive and unfair, making such practices illegal under existing aviation consumer protection laws. The bill affects all airlines, ticket agents, and any other entities that sell airplane tickets during declared disasters or emergencies. Additionally, the Federal Aviation Administration must conduct a study within one year of the law's enactment to investigate whether airlines have engaged in unfair pricing practices during past disasters and report findings to Congress. This legislation aims to protect travelers from price gouging when they may be fleeing dangerous situations or have limited travel options.
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