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Airline stocks are dropping as Trump's Hormuz blockade intensifies fears of a jet fuel shortage
Airline stocks took a hammering on Monday after President Donald Trump announced plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. While British, German, and pan-European indexes were down about 1% as markets opened, the travel industry was hit harder. Wizz…
Spirit Airlines' pivot faces bad timing and rising costs
A version of this article originally appeared in Quartz's members-only Weekend Brief newsletter. Quartz members get access to exclusive newsletters and more. Sign up here. Spirit Airlines wants to go upmarket. The timing could not be worse. The…
Major airline cancels hundreds of flights as 'last resort' over Iran fuel crisis
Cathay Pacific has confirmed hundreds of passenger flights will be axed in the early summer months due to the fuel crisis sparked by the Iran war. The airline, which operates more than 10,000 flights every month, confirmed two percent of its…
Transport bureau urges airlines to minimize passenger disruption as fuel costs rise
The Transport and Logistics Bureau said it is maintaining close contact with local airlines to understand the industry's operating conditions amid escalating Middle East tensions that have kept aviation fuel prices elevated. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH…
Robert Jenrick vowed to cut flight tax after getting £40k from airline owner
Reform's Robert Jenrick vowed to cut a tax on flights - after being bankrolled by the owner of an airline which would benefit from his policy. The party's Treasury spokesman pledged to cancel air passenger duty on short-haul journeys for adults…
How airlines are reacting to surging oil prices
Airlines are feeling the strain of swelling oil prices due to the ongoing war in Iran, largely due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. To deal with higher operating costs, many companies are making changes that shift the burden to consumers…
American Airlines (AAL): Among the Best Growth Stocks to Buy With Highest Upside Potential
American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) is one of the Best Growth Stocks to Buy With Highest Upside Potential. As of April 8, 61% of the 28 analysts covering American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) had a Buy rating. The…
Natasha Lyonne Seen at NYC Bar Days After Airline Incident
Natasha Lyonne is back out on the scene and looking unbothered after her recent in-flight drama. TMZ obtained video of the actress spotted at Faces and Names Bar and Lounge in NYC Saturday night, attending the after party for the premiere of…
New strikes at German airline Lufthansa: 'We're seen as nothing but a cost factor'
A new strike by Lufthansa pilots today and Tuesday demonstrates the flight crew's strong determination to fight. It is part of the growing mobilisation of the European and international working class. Already on 10 April, around 19,000 Lufthansa…
Airline Says Pay More AFTER You Book Or You Can't Fly…Is That Even Legal?
Airlines are always looking for new ways to boost revenue, but the latest move by Spanish budget carrier Volotea is quite unorthodox…and likely illegal. Spanish low-cost carrier Volotea is notifying passengers that they may have to pay an…
American Airlines Finally Has Pilot Trading Cards - But The Union Made Them, Not Management
American Airlines now has pilot trading cards. They've been one of the few airlines without these. And the way they've been added is a bit of a stick in the eye. Delta Air Lines, United, Alaska, Spirit, and Frontier all have them. Spirit and…
Airline Tells Already-Ticketed Passengers To Pay Extra For Fuel As Oil Prices Soar - Or Be Denied Boarding
European low cost airline Volotea has crossed a line I've never seen from a commercial carrier before. They're trying to charge customers extra for fuel that already bought their tickets. They say they'll deny boarding to anyone that doesn't pay an…
Burney Co. Purchases New Stake in United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL
Burney Co. purchased a new stake in United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL - Free Report) during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor…
Travelers at risk of insurance gap as most policies exclude flight cuts, industry warns
While Cathay Pacific and its subsidiary HK Express are cutting short-haul flights due to soaring fuel costs, travelers are being warned that most travel insurance policies may not cover the changes. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The warning came…
Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA Purchases New Position in Southwest Airlines Co. $LUV
Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA purchased a new stake in shares of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV - Free Report) in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission…
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