[robertmcgough]

Ended up going with another airline, and paying the JetBlue cancellation fee in order to get a credit (no choice, unfortunately). I filed a complaint with the Department of Transportation, though I understand that is likely to be nothing more than a black hole. I have been looking into whether or not there are any class action suits on this issue, as it really is just a fleecing and should be stopped. I could understand the charge if the airline got stuck with an empty seat, but when I cancel a month in advance and they can just resell it (at a likely higher price than I paid to begin with), the fee amounts to nothing more than stealing. You're right - it is a regulatory oversight issue (rather, a lack thereof), and it's yet another example of a major industry screwing its customers because they seem to think we'll just keep coming back for more no matter how badly they treat us. I've had my venting session. Thanks. Now I will take rerere's advice and have a drink (along with something a bit stronger than a motrin).