New dashboard lets parents see if they can sit with kids for free on flights

A new dashboard from the Department of Transportation aims to cut down on extra fees families often pay for young children to sit with an adult family member, relative or caregiver on a flight.

in February as well to make similar accommodations across all flight fare types -- including Basic Economy tickets.

An American Airlines plane sits at the gate at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport , Feb. 23, 2023, in Arlington, Va.last Friday and said it would guarantee kids 13 and under would get to sit with at least one accompanying adult passenger. "As a dad of eight, I understand the challenges that come with taking a family vacation. Traveling with kids is stressful enough -- you shouldn't have to worry about being separated from them on your flight. All of us at Alaska take pride in caring for your family, which is why we guarantee that children under 13 are always seated with you.

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