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It is advisable not to have your name on a driver's sign at airport pickups, though skepticism remains about how frequently this occurs. Organized crime groups are known for bribing airline employees to obtain flight manifests, which include lists of passengers.
They subsequently Google each name, compile a list of potential high-value targets, and arrive early to identify these names on limo driver signs. They either pay or threaten the actual drivers.
In Washington, D.C., it is common to express affection by saying, "I'll pick you up from Dulles," highlighting the cultural significance of such gestures.
In Ogden, Utah, local opposition led to the closure of an airport runway. Since then, six planes have crashed. Although commercial service has resumed with Breeze Airways, questions persist regarding the decision's impact on safety.
Hyatt Regency Orlando plans to expand by adding an adjacent Grand Hyatt hotel with 2,500 rooms.
The Financial Times recently noted the end of same-day out-and-back business trips. While these trips were once seen as grueling for employees and possibly a way for businesses to avoid paying for hotel stays, they also respected employees' time by allowing them to return home quickly, especially those with families who preferred not to be away longer than necessary.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a close encounter between a Delta Air Lines Airbus A319 and a U.S. Air Force T-38 jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
London Heathrow to New York’s JFK ranks as the busiest international route from Europe, according to recent data.
European airlines have reported stable demand for transatlantic travel despite ongoing political and trade tensions related to recent US policies.
The Boeing 737 MAX 8 remains a prominent player in the aviation industry, lauded for its capabilities and popularity among airlines, according to data from aviation analytics firm Cirium.
On March 29, 2025, Alaska Airlines announced plans to resume Boeing 737 MAX 8 flights to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) starting in June.
Alaska Airlines is planning to introduce flights to Europe in 2026 following its merger with Hawaiian Airlines, which now allows it access to long-haul aircraft.
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