There is nothing inherently wrong with the idea of overbooking as it allows for more efficient use of planes, but if the airlines screws up and has too many pas

There is nothing inherently wrong with the idea of overbooking as it allows for more efficient use of planes, but if the airlines screws up and has too many passengers at the time the flight is to leave, involuntary bumping should not be allowed - it is the airline's responsibility to fulfill their contract. If they think paying people to give up their seat would be too expensive, they shouldn't overbook. I agree the system in the article sounds like a good start - making more efficient use of planes is better for everyone.