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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.
Resort fees, often mandatory and added to the advertised price of a hotel room, have been a source of frustration for many travelers. These fees are seen as deceptive because they do not reflect the true cost of staying at a hotel.
Data from aviation analytics company Cirium highlights the U.S. airports with the most non-stop destinations, identifying Chicago O’Hare as the leader in connectivity.
On September 5, 2024, an incident in Las Vegas prompted a counterterrorism response when a hotel guest reportedly crafted a flamethrower using bongs, butane, and meth pipes. "While speaking with officers, Hamilton, who was covered in a black oily substance, reportedly said he was running from two people in the stairwell," according to Las Vegas Locally.
American Airlines is implementing a new strategy to encourage passengers to check their bags, aiming to streamline the boarding process for international flights. The airline's latest initiative involves offering a free checked bag lottery at airport kiosks during check-in.
When takeoff and landing slots at Washington’s Reagan National Airport were allocated, 10% were reserved for private aviation. The airport's proximity to D.C., right across the river from the White House, has historically necessitated strict protocols. Following the events of 9/11, when the national air system was shut down for two days, Reagan National remained closed for 23 days.
A woman shared her experience as a middle seat passenger stuck between two manspreaders on a Flair Airlines flight from Winnipeg to Edmonton. She described how the man at the window seat encroached into her space, and despite her attempts to nudge his legs back, he did not comply. She eventually resorted to pushing his knee more aggressively.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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."
United Airlines is offering aviation enthusiasts a unique opportunity to claim a free paper copy of the final issue of its Hemispheres magazine, which will no longer be available in print. This move marks the end of an era for the publication.
Two women flying Delta from Los Angeles to San Francisco experienced a dispute on Monday after missing their flight. Upon arriving at the LAX gate, they found a gate agent closing the boarding door.
Passengers have expressed frustration over the issue of unused overhead bin space on flights, leading to forced gate checks and delays in retrieving their luggage. Several individuals took to social media to voice their complaints.