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As if boarding a plane was not anxiety-ridden enough, an investigation into the shrinking size of coach class seats by the Daily Beast found that airplanes may be unregulated to the point of adding even more danger and being life threatening.

When natural disasters occur, corporations are quick to offer their thoughts and prayers through various social media platforms. Before Hurricane Irma hit Florida, airlines had an opportunity to potentially help save lives and show the world that they are not just about the bottom line. But as expected, most chose to take advantage of an unfortunate situation to make a quick buck.

United Airlines has been in the headlines for forcibly removing a passenger from an overbooked flight to Louisville, Kentucky, April 9.

This week marked a significant decline in the airline industry. Three major airlines closed within days of each other, leading to loss of jobs, stranded passengers and worried consumers.

A frightening event occurred last week when Carine Desir, 44, died on an American Airlines flight from Haiti to New York.

With the holidays fast approaching, students find their way back home by accessing travel sites for cheap fare rates.