DOT
PCI
Fare Rules
Cold Transfer Policy
Regulatory Changes/GUC&RUC
100

When assigning an exit row seat, what phraseology should you ask before assigning the seat?

"Are you willing and able to assist in an emergency evacuation, and are you age 15 or older?"

100

Prior to credit card acceptance for new and reissued tickets, what is required to be quoted?

 "includes all taxes and carrier-imposed fees"

100

It is not required to quote that the total "includes all taxes and carrier-imposed fees"  for reissues where there are no additional fare collection

  • IROP/Schedule Change
  • Same-Day Travel
  • Even Exchanges 
  • DTV issued for voluntary change resulting in a lower fare
100

Can specialists stay on the line if they think the situation is complex?

No. We ask that all specialists fill out the SMART Transfer form and complete the transfer. Filling out the form thoroughly is the key to a successful transfer to GTS or GPS so the customer does not have to repeat information.

100

Both U.S. and foreign air carriers are to provide refunds to customers affected by one or more of the following?

Flight Cancellations

Significant schedule changes to a flight itinerary

Delayed or lost bags

Increase in Connection Points

Downgrade to Lower Class of Service and chooses not to fly

200

What SSR code is WCHC?

Wheelchair requested - the customer is completely immobile. The customer requires a wheelchair to/from the aircraft; the customer must be provided level boarding (jetway, jetbridge, mechanical lift).  Customers must be carried to/from their seat in the aircraft.

200

At times, following PCI standards may require you to ask for credit card information more than once. Is it ever okay to copy and paste the card information?

The copy and paste process will allow for collecting the credit card number a single time. When it is known in advance the credit card will be needed more than once:

  • Copy the credit card number from the designated secure field and then paste the credit card number into the next secure field when needed.

  • If unable to recall the expiration date and security code, ask the customer to repeat (see phraseology).

200

It is not required to restate the fare rules when a customer is not changing the fare

  • Upgrading their seat using GUC/RUC
  • Same Day Confirmed
  • Name Correction
  • Involuntary Change
200

What's the maximum number of tries should specialist try to work through an error or issue with a domestic itinerary before transferring to GTS Domestic?

2-3

200

What Remarks need to go in the Canned Remarks section when applying a certificate?

Global Upgrade or Regional Upgrade

XXXX OOODDD COMPLETED UPGRADE
(Flight#) (OriginDestination)

300

When assigning a bulkhead seat, specialists must advise the customer they may be reaccommodated if the following customers with disabilities require the seat

  • Has fused or immobile leg

  • Requires aisle chair

  • Traveling with a service animal (SVAN) 

  • Traveling with a personal care attendant or safety assistant or companion who must sit next to the customer with a disability (only need to quote one of these)

300

At what point of the travel ribbon can you change the form of payment?

Changes to forms of payment before, during, or after travel are not permitted.

Pax can cancel and rebook ONLY within RFC period.

300

What are the fare rules for an American Express Companion Certificates?

"...This ticket is non-refundable but changeable and may result in additional fare collection for changes unless otherwise noted on a bulletin. Companions must travel together on all flights. Travel must be completed by the certificate's expiration. No mileage accrual for the companion."

300

What criteria falls under a reason to transfer to GPS?

OAL Ticket Stock

Name corrections involving partner-operated space

SSRs on codeshare and partner flights

Seats on codeshare and partner 

300

How many hours must a bag be delayed both domestically and internationally for the bag fee to be refunded?

12+ hours for domestic tickets

15+ hours for international tickets

400

Who administers Delta's compliance with customers-with-disabilities regulations and resolve related problems, as well as help coordinate response to medical events or emergencies involving passengers.

Complaint resolution officials (CROs)

400

To avoid compromising a customer's privacy, You can only enter a customer's credit card information into the designated secure field areas which include:

(hint: we use 2 programs)

Axis and DL Term

  • Any practice of using alternate locations (e.g., iNotes, DL Term notepad, Snipping Tool,  WordPad, dry-erase boards, screenshots, paper, calculators, etc.) is not secure and does not protect the customer's credit card information.
400

The Fare Rules must include 

(hint: there are 4 mandatory points)

  • Refundability
  • Changeability
  • Fare difference applies for changes
  • Special restrictions (e.g., Basic Economy, SkyMiles award fares, Mileage/Global/Regional upgrades)
400

A Diamond Medallion say they would rather stay on the line with you while you call GTS Domestic, plus you can consult with GTS to get your questions answered.  

Are you in Compliance if you call out?

No, you are not in compliance.

You should transfer all Diamond Medallions under all circumstances that need assistance from GTS Domestic.  And specialists should not be calling to consult.

400

On international flights with Delta One and Delta Premium Select.  If you purchase in Main Cabin or Delta Comfort+, and then apply your Global Certificate to upgrade to Premium Select.  Can you still get up to Delta One?

Yes:

Customers who use certificates to reach Delta Premium Select will be added to the waitlist for Delta One and eligible to clear starting 24 hours prior to departure.

500

What is the fine for not disclosing a connection carrier/ or codeshare and failure to disclose fare rules?

$75,000

500

What is the format to tokenize a credit card number?

AX1234567890567/04-11/1234 (2 letter credit card code, credit card number, slash, expiration date, slash, CID number)

500

What are the fare rules for an Award ticket without a Fee 

  • Refundable prior to departure
  • Changeable
  • Additional mileage and taxes may apply for changes
500

What criteria falls under the reason to transfer to GTS?

  • Ticket reissue (e.g., fare change, eCredit application, TakeOff 15). For Upgrade Certificate Reopen Requests, reissue the ticket into the original class of service and submit the Reopen Upgrade Certificates form. 

  • Fare errors or pricing discrepancies. 

  • Manual repricing for partially flown tickets. 

  • Multiple forms of payment

  • MCO

500

Under the new rules, customers MUST be notified that their ticket is eligible for a refund any time a customer contacts RES about a flight change or cancellation.  

What indicator will be prominent and appear in OmniPro and Axis?

"Refundable"

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