Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority v. Stewart

CAMPBELL, Judge.

This appeal presents a problem of first impression in this jurisdiction. It is therefore deemed appropriate to review the historical background and decisions from other jurisdictions.

In earlier days and with other modes of public transportation, similar problems were incurred. Hack drivers and baggage transfer companies vied with each other for passenger patronage at railroad terminals and similar facilities used by the traveling public. Frequently, this resulted in such confusion and annoyance to travelers that some limitation on free enterprise was thought desirable. Even…