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Air Travel Air Travel Trip Planning Rules/Docs Airlines/Airports From Arlene Fleming, your Guide to Air Travel "Snowmageddon" stalled air travel in parts of the American mid-Atlantic states. It's not an isolated incident though. Weather, oversells, mechanical issues and other factors can stop you from flying. Advice and tips if it happens to you... When Flights Cancel due to Weather Hurricanes, blizzards, fog and floods. Just a few of the weather elements that can lead to your flight being canceled. When flights cancel due to adverse weather, airlines usually have a policy set up for passengers. Rule 240 Rule 240 can often be employed when a flight is delayed, canceled, or you have misconnected and it's the airline's fault. Read more about what Rule 240 is, and how it affects your right to travel. Oversold Flights and Bumping What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight has too many passengers, and not enough seats? What Are Your Options When an Airline Strikes? What is an airline obligated to do during a strike? There are no provisions guaranteeing you anything in the case of a labor disruption. That being said, airlines will usually try to do something for its passengers. Air Travel Ads Flying Flight Luggage Travel Checklist Travel Packing Travel Clothing Featured Articles Air Travel Tips and Advice On Board - In Flight Info Airline Mileage Programs and Frequent Flyer Details Airlines and Airplanes Airports and the Services in and Around Them Air Travel News   More from About.com Managing Dog Behavior Problems Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More > Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Keep yourself, and your family, happy and healthy this fall with these tips. More > This newsletter is written by: Arlene Fleming Air Travel Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Air Travel newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Airlines - Phone Numbers Airline Seat Maps Airfare Travel Deals This Week Donating Airline Miles Luggage Fees and What's Free Advertisement