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flag Holiday travel scammers mimic airlines via fake sites and ads, tricking passengers into paying hundreds for non-existent flight help.

flag A holiday travel scam is targeting stressed passengers by mimicking airlines like United through fake websites and Google ads. flag Fraudsters, using AI to create convincing fake agents and contact details, lure victims with promises of flight help, such as rebooking after delays, and demand payments—up to $2,136.72—before disappearing. flag Despite being reported and temporarily removed, scam ads quickly reappear, exposing flaws in automated screening. flag The FTC and airlines urge travelers to only use official channels for contact and verify information through trusted websites or apps.

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