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Several aviation stakeholders are addressing a significant cabin accessibility issue: wheelchair users cannot currently remain in their own mobility devices onboard aircraft, and there is a risk of their chairs being damaged in the cargo hold.
Chase has announced that its largest-ever offer for the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card will end on September 5, 2024, at 9 a.m. Eastern. The card now offers 120,000 bonus points after spending $8,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening.
Newly released documents reveal that the government has been conducting experiments related to UFOs and invisibility cloaks. The Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP) has made 1,500 pages of UFO-related documents available through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. These documents include reports on the biological effects of UFO sightings on humans, studies on advanced technologies such as invisibility cloaks, and plans for deep space exploration and colonization.
A New York politician was denied boarding on an American Airlines flight after leaving the gate area to purchase a Chick-fil-A sandwich, resulting in a missed opportunity to attend the Democratic National Convention.
Last fall, Hyatt launched a short-term rental booking platform called Homes & Hideaways by World of Hyatt, similar to Marriott Homes & Villas. Unlike Airbnb, Hyatt sources short-term rentals and markets them for a commission, rebating some of that revenue to customers in the form of points and stay credit. Points can also be redeemed at modest-low value against these stays.
Signature Aviation, the world's largest fixed-base operator (FBO) chain, has introduced a new membership discount program for small- and medium-sized turbine aircraft operators.
Charlotte Airport's B concourse experienced flooding this morning, primarily affecting Gates B1 through B4. The airport attributed the incident to "a construction project incident," although passengers reported toilet water as the cause.
New data from the Department of Transportation (DOT) reveals that U.S. passenger and cargo airlines now employ more than 1 million people, marking it the largest workforce in nearly 23 years.
Virgin Australia has been ordered to reinstate flight attendant Dylan Macnish after an Australian employment tribunal ruled his February 2024 dismissal was unfair. Macnish had violated the airline's policy requiring abstinence from alcohol within eight hours of duty by drinking at a Christmas party. He claimed to have checked a breathalyzer before reporting for work.
Bally Sports reporter Michaela Bennett has expressed frustration with United Airlines after discovering her jewelry was missing from her checked baggage. This incident marks the second consecutive problematic trip she has experienced with the airline.
Several Jewish graduate students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have successfully challenged the financial demands of the MIT Graduate Student Union (GSU), affiliated with the United Electrical (UE) union. The students, represented by National Right to Work Foundation staff attorneys, objected to the GSU's support for the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel.
According to a CNBC report, the pandemic-driven bump in private aviation has begun to level off. Compared to a peak in 2022, private jet charter flights dropped 15% over the first half of this year. The report cites “waning demand and a new competitive landscape for high-end travel.”
Hip Hop star Juvenile (Terius Gray) was removed from American Airlines' first class on an overbooked flight, while his wife was allowed to stay. Rather than accept a seat in the main cabin, he chose to leave the aircraft, asserting his celebrity status and claiming the airline made a mistake.
John Wayne Airport has released its monthly statistics for July 2024, showing a decline in passenger numbers compared to the same period last year. The total number of passengers in July 2024 was 970,828, representing a 9.7% decrease from July 2023's figure of 1,075,535. Year-to-date figures also show a decline of 5.5%, with total passengers at 6,507,273 compared to 6,886,256 in the previous year.
The FAA issued an airworthiness concern sheet (ACS) after a cockpit power lever fractured on a Cirrus SR20 as the pilot advanced the throttle for takeoff. The pilot cut fuel to the engine and safely aborted the takeoff. Follow-up visual and dye-penetrant examinations by the training fleet operator revealed cracks in 24 more aircraft. The original failure and the cracks discovered in the remaining aircraft were all located near the section of the power levers with the smallest cross-section. The ACS covers all SR-series Cirrus models, including the SR20, SR22, and SR22T.
The Associated Press reported today that a proposed merger of Alaska Air and Hawaiian Airlines has taken a step forward. The U.S. Department of Justice has decided not to challenge the $1 billion deal, and the DOJ review period expired at midnight last night following several extensions. Both carriers say the merger “will create a company better able to serve travelers.”
United Airlines is evaluating potential changes to their United Club offerings, including increased membership costs and restricted benefits. The airline is also considering providing some customers with priority access to lounges, assistance with bookings, and seat availability, inspired by Delta Air Lines' Sky Clubs.
Traveling business class in Europe typically offers access to lounges in both the Schengen and non-Schengen zones. The Schengen area allows for travel between EU member countries without border controls, often resulting in shorter flights. Consequently, some Schengen lounges offer lighter amenities, raising the question of their value.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has received the final train cars for its Automated People Mover (APM) project, marking a significant milestone in the airport's ongoing transformation. John Ackerman, CEO of Los Angeles World Airports, stated, “Receiving the final train cars for the APM signifies a major milestone for this project and our airport’s transformation. The APM will enhance the travel experience at LAX and set a new standard for sustainable transportation. As we move this project forward, we remain dedicated to delivering a state-of-the-art solution that...
Two passengers were arrested at Miami International Airport after refusing to deplane an American Airlines flight bound for Las Vegas on Tuesday. Eugenio Ernesto Hernandez-Garnier, 27, had a bleeding head wound and blood-soaked bandages.