If one of those people declined the offer, the amount would increase to $300 for everyone.
This silent method eliminates the need for gate agents to get on the loudspeaker and announce compensation levels.
It also prevents passengers from comparing how big their compensation is.
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Additionally, American will look into preventing compensation altogether and simply reroute a passenger’s trip.
The airline is also looking to get rid of paper vouchers by 2020.
