A deposition is one of several devices used in the discovery phase of litigation. It consists of one or more attorneys questioning a witness, under oath, with a stenographer who records the testimony. A judge is not present.
As of publication United, Delta and American Airlines charge $125 for flights in the United States and most international flights in North America; Spirit Airlines charges $100 for domestic flights; Southwest requires payment of $75 for each in-cabin pet; and AirTran's pet fee is $69.
Close-in booking fees: Most U.S. airlines impose fees for booking awards within a certain window of time (usually 21 days out). American, United and US Airways will charge $75 per ticket to do so, though they will waive this fee for some elite-status fliers. Consider: Alaska Airlines, British and Delta Air Lines do not impose close-in booking fees, so by booking through one mileage program instead of another, you can end up saving. Change and cancellation/redeposit fees: When you change an airline ticket, you probably will pay a fee.