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Q. I had to cancel a flight with AA because I had a terrible case of strep throat. Is there any way around the $100 cancellation fee. I only paid about $150 for the ticket, but it still stinks. I physically was unable able to get on the plane. Can I show them a doctors note? Prescription for antibiotics? Anything?
A. This is always done on a case by case basis, and for some people the hassle is just not worth $100. Airlines get fake "doctor's notes" all the time so they are very wary. If this happened to me, I'd probably just say the heck with it, but if I had the time, I'd back up my claim with something more convincing than a doctor's note, such as a copy of my medical record for this medical emergency, any receipts for expenses incurred, an Rx, and so on. Even this might not help, but at least you'd be assured that you did everything possible.
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Yes - how DO you get the fare that was sent via e-mail?? I can't find it - seems kind of scammy to do that . . .
by cwdd on Friday, February 26, 2010
As a former airline employee, I can tell you that doctor's notes USED to work, but now it takes a death certificate. Literally. And there is absolutely no way around the $100 cancellation fee. :-(
by debc on Friday, February 26, 2010
When you post an airfare special like Anchorage 188.00 What exactly does that mean. I'm in Georgia does it mean I can fly from Georgia to Anchorage for 188.00. How do you get the specail airfare. I'm looking for a good fare to Anchorage.
by pam on Thursday, February 25, 2010
I handle the travel for our law firm. On a company trip/retreat, one spouse had a medical issue and could not attend. I simply faxed a letter from her doctor, and Delta issued a full refund with no penalties. Good luck!
by rubytiara on Thursday, February 25, 2010
Last year I had RT flights from BOS-LAX on AA and I ended up being treated on an out-patient basis for an illness. I called AA, got info from them, sent a doctor's letter as directed and I received a full credit from the airline. They were really wonderful to deal with at a difficult time. Now I'm taking the trip next week!
by mjane on Thursday, February 25, 2010
What were the restrictions when you bought your inexpensive ticket? If you buy a restricted ticket to get a low price, then you have to take the consequences of those restrictions if something goes wrong. But it could be worth contacting them anyway. If you don't want the restrictions next time, then buy a more expensive unrestricted ticket.
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