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The Department of Transportation has sent letters to United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Southwest Airlines demanding detailed information about their frequent flyer programs. The inquiry focuses on changes in award pricing, advance notice of program changes to members, and the value of points over the past six years. Each airline must respond by December 4.
A new proposal to impose landing fees and use ADS-B data for invoicing operators at several Florida general aviation airports is drawing criticism from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA). It remains unclear what the revenue from the fees, many tentatively set at $3 per 1,000 pounds of aircraft weight, would be used for. AOPA highlights that local taxpayers pay a minimal amount to support airports that are largely federally funded.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) has expanded and upgraded its flight training program with three new Cirrus SR20 G7 trainers. The current fleet includes previous-generation SR20 G6 models.
United Airlines is reportedly considering a significant upgrade to its inflight Wi-Fi service by partnering with Starlink, according to aviation watchdog JonNYC. This potential shift comes after years of customer dissatisfaction with United's current Wi-Fi capabilities.
AT&T Employees Nationwide Continue Efforts to Remove CWA Union Bosses Imposed Through ‘Card Check’
Earlier this week, the Schrager Hampson Aviation Insurance Group (SHAIG) acquired Northeast Aviation & Marine Brokers. The New England firm, founded in 2001, is the fifth aviation insurance broker to come under the mantle of Schrager Hampson.
Archer Aviation’s eVTOL prototype Midnight has completed 402 test flights this year, surpassing its goal of 400 flights in 2024, the company announced Tuesday.
Chase's no annual fee Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card has reintroduced its best-ever initial bonus offer. The card offers $900 after spending $6,000 on purchases within three months of account opening.
RGN Premium is nearing its official launch date, with anticipation building among prospective users. The platform promises exclusive content for its members.
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A Baltimore man was detained after allegedly attempting to steal an aircraft at Martin State Airport, according to Maryland State Police.
American Airlines has announced the addition of five new routes to its summer 2025 Europe schedule. The airline will operate daily flights on the following routes:
A passenger flying from Helsinki to Copenhagen on Monday faced discomfort due to an oversized neighbor who did not fit into their seat. The flight, reportedly a Norwegian Boeing 737, became the center of attention when a fellow passenger shared their experience, expressing sympathy for both the large gentleman in the aisle and the person next to him in the middle seat.
Avflight, the FBO arm of Ann Arbor, Michigan-based fuel supplier Avfuel, has announced it now offers sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its Falcon Field (KFFZ), Mesa, Arizona location. The first truckload of SAF arrived at KFFZ on August 28.
Raytheon Technology Corp. (RTX) has been fined $200 million for violating export laws related to the exchange of information on U.S. combat aircraft with prohibited countries. The violations pertain to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. According to the U.S. State Department, RTX improperly classified and controlled exports of defense articles, including classified material.
Vasu Raja has been giving interviews after being let go as American Airlines Chief Commercial Officer. American’s financial results have been poor, and at some level either he needed to go, or the CEO did. It’s not surprising which decision got made.
JetBlue’s seat back entertainment map now displays the Palestinian territory in "significantly larger text" than Israel, overlaying much of what is internationally recognized as Israel. This change has raised concerns among some passengers and observers.
Frank Lorenzo, a notable figure in the airline industry, has authored a book set for release next week. The book details his acquisition of Continental and Eastern Airlines, his sale of the Eastern Airlines Shuttle to Donald Trump, and his eventual disqualification by the Department of Transportation (DOT) from running an airline.
On September 4, 2024, a report emerged detailing an incident at the Chicago Marriott Schaumburg where Platinum members of Marriott's Bonvoy loyalty program were denied their reservations. A reader recounted his experience of being turned away despite presenting his ID and credit card upon check-in. The hotel staff acknowledged his Platinum status but then summoned security to inform him that he was being "walked."
Air New Zealand is set to resume its seasonal service between Auckland and Seoul, starting on October 28, 2024. The airline plans to operate three flights per week in each direction until March 29, 2025, providing nearly 40,000 seats over the season.