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United Airlines is launching economy seats that turn into a sofa
READ MORE: Southwest accused of ‘gaslighting' passengers with bizarre excuse for new seating crackdown A major US airline is introducing an innovative seat design that transforms an entire row into a shared sofa on long-haul flights - a…
Airbus wins Chinese airline's 101-plane order in victory over Boeing
China Eastern Airlines said on Wednesday it placed a multibillion-dollar order for 101 Airbus A320neo aircraft, marking another success for the French company after it raked in big orders from Chinese airlines in December and amid uncertainties…
Price hikes, outlook cuts - What airlines are doing as fuel costs surge
A surge in jet fuel prices, driven by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, has upended the global aviation industry, prompting airlines to raise fares and revise financial outlooks. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Jet fuel prices have soared from $85-$90…
China Eastern Airlines to Buy Airbus Jets Worth $15.8 Billion -- Update
The Chinese airline said in a stock exchange filling on Wednesday that the purchase has a total list price of about 108.89 billion yuan, equivalent to $15.80 billion. The jets are scheduled to be delivered in batches from 2028 to 2032, China…
The best carry-on luggage to fit all airlines, tested on planes, trains and cobbled streets
Airlines love to catch passengers out with extra hidden costs, from seat reservations to luggage. But you can avoid paying excessive hold luggage charges by packing light (our guide to packing cubes will help) and investing in carry-on luggage.
China Eastern Airlines: Agreed to Buy 101 Airbus A320neo Jets for About $15.8B
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Southwest Airlines opens new Texas crew base
Though it's been a bumpy few months for Southwest Airlines with boarding policy changes and rabid bin space competition, the Texas-based airline had reason to celebrate as it opened a new crew base at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport this…
United Airlines unveils 'Relax Row' option that turns seats into a bed - National
United Airlines announced new cabin designs this week, including a “Relax Row” option for economy customers that turns a row of three seats into a bed. Set to release in 2027 and to be available on more than 200 Boeing 787 and 777…
Watch Airlines Face Jet Fuel Shock As Iran War Rages | Insight with Haslinda Amin 3/25/2026
Airlines Face Jet Fuel Shock As Iran War Rages | Insight with Haslinda Amin 3/25/2026 Insight with Haslinda Amin, a daily news program featuring in-depth, high-profile interviews and analysis to give viewers the complete picture on the stories that…
Watch Philippine Airlines Chief Says Nation May Need to Ration Fuel
Philippine Airlines Chief Says Nation May Need to Ration Fuel Philippine Airlines President Richard Nuttall says the carrier has secured enough fuel 'to take us until the end of June.' However, he noted that the company has no clear outlook for…
Philippine Airlines Chief Says Nation May Need to Ration Fuel
The head of the Philippines' flag carrier said the Southeast Asian country may need to resort to fuel rationing amid tight supplies due to the war in Iran. “We have countries saying, ‘we need to ration our fuel, we want people to tank…
Major airline strips perks for Congress as TSA chaos drags on. See latest on political fight.
As travelers wait for hours to get through airport security because of unpaid TSA workers leaving their posts, Delta is telling members of Congress to get in line. The airline said Tuesday it is suspending specialty services, such as escorts and…
What to know about United Airlines' new 'Relax Row' lie-flat seats
United Airlines flyers will soon have a new lie-flat seating option for long-haul flights. The Chicago-based carrier announced this week it will debut its new Relax Row seat option starting in 2027. The option dedicates a row of three economy seats…
Surgeons, airline pilots, and software developers are becoming the hottest roles for female representation-and most jobs pay over $100,000
Women are no longer being siloed into secretary and back-room jobs; for decades, they've been breaking into male-dominated jobs they were once locked out of. Trading pencil skirts for scrubs and pilot uniforms, many women are making waves by taking…
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