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Stowaway Highlights Airport And Airline Security Gaps
This past Thanksgiving holiday weekend the U.S. set a one-day travel record with more than 3 million people flying. We acknowledge this yeoman's task performed by aviation workers on the ground and the sky and thank them for their dedication to…
International Consolidated Airlines Group rises Tuesday, outperforms market
International Consolidated Airlines Group S.A. IAG shares inched up 0.99% to £2.64 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around great trading session for the stock market, with the FTSE 100 Index UKX rising 0.56% to 8,359.41. International…
American Airlines Group Inc. stock underperforms Tuesday when compared to competitors
Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. AAL shed 0.96% to $14.47 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around mixed trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX rising 0.05% to 6,049.88 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA…
Frontier Airlines will install first-class seats as industry battles for high-paying flyers
Budget carrier Frontier Airlines plans to install two rows of first-class seats at the front of its Airbus aircraft. The airline also plans to increase perks for its top-tier frequent flyers. Frontier CEO Barry Biffle said the carrier expects the…
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A No-Frills Airline Is Getting Into the Premium Game
Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines will be introducing first-class seats and free companion tickets next year as part of 'the next phase of its game-changing transformation.' 'We've listened to customers, and they want more—more…
Frontier is the latest budget airline to add 'first class' seats to target more premium flyers
Frontier Airlines plans to introduce 'first-class' seats in 2025. The move marks a shift from Frontier's no-frills model amid competition from mainline carriers. Spirit Airlines has made similar changes to earn more revenue as it struggles to turn…
Why airlines around the world are falling short of emissions goals
Most of the world's airlines are not doing enough to switch to sustainable jet fuel, according to a study by Brussels-based advocacy group Transport and Environment, which also found too little investment by oil producers in the transition. The…
Singapore Airlines gets luxury upgrade: Everything we know
✓ Link copied to clipboard! The world's longest flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is set to introduce ultra-comfortable first-class seats for the near 19-hour journey. The airline recently announced plans to add new luxury seats to its…
Airline passenger sparks debate after being seated near massive dog on plane
RUFF LANDING? – An airline traveler posted a video on social media showing that a passenger had a large dog in the row, sparking a discussion in the comments section. NOT ALLERGY FREE – A woman with a severe allergy to just about…
Frontier Airlines is adding first-class seats because even budget carriers need wealthy fliers
Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines (ULCC+5.15%) will begin offering first-class seats as it looks to appeal to a broader passenger base. Included in a slate of new offerings set to roll out next year, Frontier announced Tuesday that the first…
How airlines and hotels can address fraud as cyber threats rise
Fraud in the travel industry is a formidable challenge, but it can be effectively managed through a combination of education, advanced security tools, and dedicated resources. The travel industry is witnessing a significant surge in cyber fraud…
Airlines not switching quickly enough to green jet fuel, study says
Most of the world's airlines are not doing enough to switch to sustainable jet fuel, according to a study by Brussels-based advocacy group Transport and Environment, which also found too little investment by oil producers in the transition. The…
United Airlines is building an enormous lounge at Dulles - rivaling Delta's giant New York lounge
United Airlines (UAL-1.63%) is making a major investment to build out the experience of its its high-end flyers. As part of a renovation to its terminal at Washington Dulles International Airport, the company announced Tuesday that it would be…
Frontier to roll out first-class seating, a big change for the no-frills airline
Frontier Airlines will start offering first-class seating in 2025. Frontier is among the low-cost carriers vying for passengers willing to pay more for premium accommodations. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File) Starting in 2025, Frontier Airlines…
Allegiant pilots threaten strike if contract negotiations with airline reach an impasse
Updated: 7:41 PM CST Dec 3, 2024 Allegiant pilots threaten strike if contract negotiations with airline reach an impasse Updated: 7:41 PM CST Dec 3, 2024 ALL RIGHT. KEEPING AN EYE ON IT. THANK YOU ZANE. ALLEGIANT AIRLINES PILOTS ARE THREATENING A…
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