Questions tagged [us department of transportation]
Are emotional support dogs allowed in airplanes?
Category: Legal Rights
Emotional support dogs are no longer automatically allowed on airplanes under U.S. federal regulations as of January 2021. This change was implemented by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), which revised its Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) rules. Previously, emotional support animals (ESAs), ...
What are the rules for service dogs on airplanes?
Category: Transportation
Service dogs on airplanes are governed by specific rules and regulations to ensure the safety, comfort, and accessibility of all passengers. These rules are primarily outlined by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), which applies to flights within, to,...
Are emotional support animals allowed in airplanes?
Category: Legal Rights
Yes, emotional support animals (ESAs) are allowed on airplanes, but the rules and regulations surrounding their travel have changed significantly in recent years. Previously, ESAs were widely accepted on flights under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), which allowed passengers with emotional or ment...