Quantcast

Southwest Airlines attendants injured by 'exploding' Coca-Cola cans

GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS
These Frequent Fliers Are Done With Loyalty Programs
JetBlue accepting Venmo as payment method for flights purchased through mobile app
United Airlines stock rallies on results, as growing demand wasn’t just about premium seats
American Halts CRJ-200 Operations
Shanghai Airlines to Launch Casablanca Route
Delta employees to receive an average five weeks of pay in annual profit sharing
Akasa Air faces DGCA heat for lapses; warning letter issued to airline's accountable manager
Indigo Eyes European Market Amid Intensifying Competition with Air India
Air India to operate daily Delhi-Prayagraj flights for Maha Kumbh
Engine maker agrees to compensate WizzAir for grounded planes
Turkish Airlines’ flights are riddled with bedbugs, passengers say
British Airways frequent flyers react to Executive Club changes
Inside the short-lived, men-only flights where kids and women were banned but cigar and pipe smoking were rife
China steps up drive to break Boeing, Airbus grip on plane market
Heathrow’s New York service clings to spot in top aviation routes
Airline praises pilots in crash-landing where both died but nearly half the passengers survived
Mexico state airline to buy five Embraer planes next year
A record number of people are expected to fly over the holidays. That's good for travel stocks, but not for passengers.
American Airlines technical issue sparks travel chaos on Christmas Eve as flights heavily delayed after being grounded
Why United Airlines has had such a stellar year despite being Boeing's biggest customer
JetBlue nixing routes between multiple major cities, reducing several others
Airline Stocks Led The Travel Industry's Record 2024 Rally. Here's What's Next.
It’s beginning to look like another record for holiday travel
Qatar Airways cleans up at the World Travel Awards
All of the strikes at European airports this winter – find out if you are affected
Meet the CEO trying to turn around Air India, the 92-year-old airline with a pile of problems
Skiplagging: Unpacking the Risky Travel Trend That Involves Tricking Airlines
Qantas engineers walk off job on one of the busiest travel days of the year
South Korea to safeguard competition after Korean Air, Asiana merger
China Southern returns to Adelaide
Global Industry News
Southwest Airlines attendants injured by 'exploding' Coca-Cola cans
Research
Webp txr36ytg6uuvd13i8xrjnuempd4m
Gary Leff Chief Financial Officer | View from the Wing

Southwest Airlines flight attendants have reported injuries caused by 'exploding' Coca-Cola cans. The incidents have raised concerns about the safety of beverage containers on flights.

One flight attendant described the situation: "It was unexpected and dangerous. We need to ensure that such incidents do not happen again." The airline has yet to release an official statement regarding these occurrences.

In other news, American Express is conducting a trial in the U.K., allowing Platinum cardholders to reserve spots in Priority Pass lounges. This move has sparked discussions among travelers who question why similar access isn't provided for Centurion lounges.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
Subscribe
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

Choice Privileges now permits points transfers to Avios at a ratio of 5,000:1,000. Additionally, Marriott is offering double points on home rentals of three or more nights booked by July 26th for stays through the end of 2024.

Rapper Paul Wall expressed dissatisfaction with Hertz, although specific details were not disclosed. Meanwhile, Breeze Airways criticized Congress for authorizing new beyond-perimeter slots at Washington National Airport but restricting them to airlines already serving the airport. Lobbyists also targeted United Airlines for opposing new slots while applying for them simultaneously.

World Elite Mastercards issued in Asia now offer complimentary Wyndham Diamond, GHA Titanium, and Langham Ruby status. A Delta passenger voiced complaints on social media about deteriorating conditions on recent flights, including unpleasant odors and broken equipment.

Etihad Airways announced that its Boston flight will operate daily starting October 27th, and Toronto will receive service from their Airbus A350 aircraft.

Organizations Included in this History
View from the Wing
More News

Delta to expand Atlanta-Anchorage flights to year-round service

Delta Air Lines is adjusting its service between Atlanta and Anchorage, extending flights beyond the summer travel season to a year-round offering.

May 15, 2025

Four Seasons Koh Samui hosts HBO's 'The White Lotus' third season

The Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui has found itself in the spotlight as the star location for the third season of the HBO series "The White Lotus."

Apr 5, 2025

For Caroline Tanner, Chicago offers affordability, accessibility, and diverse cultural experiences

The narrative of Chicago is often dominated by reports of crime and homelessness, potentially causing apprehension about visiting or living in the city.

Apr 5, 2025

Private jet travel rises at select US airports despite overall decline

Private aviation in the United States has continued to flourish, posting solid figures even post-pandemic.

Apr 4, 2025

Elon Musk's evolving fleet caters to diverse business needs

Elon Musk, known for spearheading companies like Tesla and SpaceX and as the richest individual globally with a net worth of $342.9 billion as of March 2025, maintains an extensive private jet collection.

Apr 4, 2025

Swiss government jet faces storage and runway issues at Bern-Belp airport

A new government jet ordered by the Swiss administration is reportedly facing operational challenges.

Apr 4, 2025

Aviation Comments
Loading...

No comments available.

Trending
1

Chase offers 100,000-point bonus with Sapphire Preferred Card

2

Southwest Airlines adds routes from Oklahoma City and Omaha to West Coast destinations

3

American and Frontier Airlines' operations compared at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport

4

Speaker at LAWA meeting: Union 'protecting' people who terminated for 'abusive behavior and bad manners'

5

Flying Food Group files charges against union with labor board amid ongoing dispute at LAX