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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.
Delta Air Lines is adjusting its service between Atlanta and Anchorage, extending flights beyond the summer travel season to a year-round offering.
Private aviation in the United States has continued to flourish, posting solid figures even post-pandemic.
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.
A new government jet ordered by the Swiss administration is reportedly facing operational challenges.
An American Airlines flight traveling from New York to Tokyo was redirected to Dallas/Fort Worth after it commenced its journey across the Pacific Ocean.
Southwest Airlines has announced the addition of two new routes, expanding its network as it continues its organizational restructuring.
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