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At the start of the summer, concerns were raised about American Airlines' reliability. Department of Transportation (DOT) data indicates that passengers experiencing delays, cancellations, diversions, lost bags, or being denied boarding despite having a ticket are most likely flying with American Airlines.
dnata, a global provider of air and travel services, has secured a multi-year ground handling contract with easyJet at Zurich Airport in Switzerland. This agreement will enable dnata to offer comprehensive passenger, ramp, and baggage services to the low-cost airline. The dnata team is expected to enhance the travel experience for approximately 640,000 passengers on easyJet's 3,800 annual flights.
As Eutelsat Group begins to outline its plans for the Eutelsat OneWeb Gen 2 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network, the satellite operator has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring compatibility and continuity of services for current customers. This is supported by the existing Gen 1 LEO network of 648 operational Ku-band satellites.
A much-needed electrical utility center may soon replace a beloved private airport south of Seattle. A local utilities manager, himself a pilot, who helped make the call says there's no better option. Mark Flury, a pilot based at another airport, told the Seattle Times he understands the turmoil the closure of First Air Field in Monroe, Washington, will cause. However, he believes the 36-acre parcel is ideal for centralizing Snohomish County Public Utility District's electrical distribution services. Geoffrey Monroe, the city's mayor and a hangar renter at First Air Field,...
Airline schedule "meltdowns" have recently been a topic of concern. Whether the disruption affects the entire industry or just one carrier, a common question arises: why does it take several days or even a week for airlines to return to normal operations after a disruptive event like a storm that lasts only a few hours?
Two vintage aircraft, valued at millions of dollars, are currently up for sale. A rare CF-104 Starfighter in flying condition is being offered by a nonprofit organization for $4.25 million. Additionally, one of the few operational Nakajima A6M-2 Zero fighters is available for $5 million.
When you’re a frequent guest of a hotel chain, it’s common to receive a “thank you for being a Titanium Plutonium member” when you check into one of their properties. One guest did not get the 'thank you for your loyalty' and complained to the hotel’s management company.
The Covid-19 pandemic was a unique period marked by widespread mask mandates and enhanced cleaning protocols in public spaces. Many businesses, including hotels, adopted stringent safety measures, often citing health guidelines as the reason for reduced services.
U.S. air traffic control remains reliant on outdated technology, a situation that will persist until the 2030s. Despite several decades of efforts to modernize, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has struggled with implementing technology upgrades. Airspace congestion in the Northeast has led to many manual processes and insufficient personnel to manage them.
JetBlue’s seat back entertainment map recently labeled much of Israel as “Palestinian Territories” in significantly larger text, overlaying the entire state of Israel. This incident follows a situation where police were called on a passenger who commented on the Hamas massacre of Israel on October 7th, in response to a flight attendant wearing a Palestine pin. The crewmember reportedly used her position to suppress customer speech.
The airport security checkpoint has become the stage for a viral social media trend known as the "airport tray aesthetic." Passengers, particularly from Generation Z, are curating and photographing the contents of their TSA bins.
A passenger is seeking compensation after purchasing a full-fare business class ticket on Qatar Airways for a flight from Miami to Doha. Despite an otherwise pleasant experience, their rest was disturbed by "exotic birds being transported in cargo directly below us."
Chase’s no annual fee Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card is back with its best-ever initial bonus offer: $900 after spending $6,000 on purchases within three months of account opening.
Disney theme park visits have seen a decline, possibly due to rising prices. A frequent visitor noted, "When I go with my daughter, the two most common t-shirts are (1) families in matching shirts, '[X] Family Takes Disney [Year]' and (2) Dads wearing N.W.A.-styled 'Straight Outta Cash'."
American Airlines has introduced changes to the duration of travel credits, offering new options for customers to maximize their benefits. During the pandemic, many airlines eliminated change fees on most tickets, a practice that continues today. This policy allows travelers more flexibility, though travel credits often come with expiration dates.
On July 25, 1909, Louis Blériot landed near Dover Castle in Kent, England, in a Blériot XI, becoming the first person to cross the English Channel in a heavier-than-air airplane. Over a century later, in August 2024, that pioneering spirit continued when 17-year-old Isla Watson became the first person to complete an Electric Flying Scholarship from The Air League, an aviation and aerospace social mobility charity founded in 1909.
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Codeshares are a contentious practice in the airline industry, where one airline sells a seat on another airline’s flight while presenting it as their own. For instance, a passenger might find themselves on an Air Canada plane with an Air Canada crew and check-in process, but holding a ticket labeled as a United Airlines flight. This occurs even if United Airlines does not operate between those cities.
American Airlines will be removed from the S&P 500 index before market open on Monday, September 23rd. The airline will be reassigned to the S&P MidCap 400.
In the late 2010s, as the doored suite category of aircraft seating transitioned from first class to business class, regulators began referring to them as “mini-suites.” The term "mini" underscores a key visibility distinction between a first-class suite with doors and walls that flight attendants cannot see over, and a business-class suite where the walls and doors are low enough for clear visibility.