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The story quickly resonated on social media, with many expressing disbelief and frustration. Reddit users shared their own encounters, including cases where agents refused to check in travelers for missing credit cards or quoted exorbitant charges for rescheduling flights. Others pointed out that such policies are not only inconvenient but often unnecessary, as credit and debit cards generally come with robust fraud protection schemes.
Industry analysts, like a senior at Bank Rate, questioned the rationale behind this policy, emphasizing that credit card fraud protection typically lies with the card issuer, not the airline. After all, most credit cards provide purchase protection against fraudulent use, making the airline’s requirement redundant and overly strict.