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Delta scores a small win in the airline WiFi wars
Delta Air Lines has faced an onslaught of criticism for its lack of Starlink internet, but its current free WiFi service is getting an upgrade this month. Elon Musk said CEO Ed Bastian should lose his job over his decision to tap Amazon Leo, with…
Europe's Largest Airline Wants Predictive AI Models to Nip Airport Meltdowns in the Bud
If there's one thing that's unifying across the world, it's that we can all agree that a canceled or delayed flight is a massive headache at best. Ryanair – the largest airline in Europe by fleet size, global passenger volume and total…
Southwest Airlines is introducing unlimited Companion Pass trips as part of a major loyalty overhaul
Your next ticket on Southwest Airlines might come with an unexpected perk: a free ticket for a friend to join you. During a press event Thursday in Texas, the airline announced a revamp of its loyalty program, including a new Platinum loyalty tier…
Southwest Airlines Updates Starlink Flight Plan, Will Upgrade Entire Fleet
Update: The future of Southwest Airlines Wi-Fi will now feature a single class of service instead of Starlink and an undefined alternative. The airline announced Thursday–in one of the final paragraphs of a press release that led off with…
Almost Half of United Airlines Departures Now Feature Starlink Connectivity
Your chances of getting Starlink Wi-Fi on a United Airlines flight are approaching coin-flip odds: Nearly half of United's 5,100-plus daily departures now feature SpaceX's fast, free bandwidth, the carrier announced Thursday. But even as United has…
Spate of workplace fatalities exposes the disastrous consequences of airline deregulation in the US and Canada
The Aviation Workers Rank-and-File Committee is conducting an independent workers' inquiry into the death at Montreal Trudeau International Airport of ramp agent Oscar Robayo, who was crushed to death while performing a routine pushback on a…
American Airlines Network Chief Exits
American Airlines is making even more changes to its leadership ranks. Brian Znotins, American's top network planner, will retire, according to an internal memo from Nat Pieper, the carrier's chief commercial officer. Nick Andersen will become…
Southwest Airlines CEO discusses new perks, higher fares and fuel costs
New benefits are coming for Southwest Airlines customers — but what do the changes mean for travelers facing higher fares? NBC 5's Vince Sims speaks with Southwest Airlines' CEO about the changes and other issues affecting travelers.
Pan Am-inspired cruise to launch in 2027 for airline's anniversary
Ever dreamed of travelling with Pan Am? While flying with the former airline isn't a possibility, Holland America Line is offering up the next best thing. Next year, the cruise line will be hosting a Pan Am 100th Anniversary Legendary Voyage…
Major airline cancels all flights to 3 popular travel hotspots this year
The airline will stop routes to three destinations A major airline has cancelled all flights to three popular destinations this year - including its longest non-stop flight. American Airlines has dropped one domestic destination and two…
Airlines Can Handle a Crisis - But What About Several at Once?
Airlines are used to dealing with crises. What they are less comfortable with is confronting several major disruptions at once, with each making the others more expensive to manage. The latest flashpoint is Saudi Arabia, where a succession of…
American Airlines sues London travel consortium
Aviation titan American Airlines and one of its special purpose vehicles have filed a lawsuit against a group of British travel agents at the London High Court. The US airline and its subsidiary, AAdvantage Loyalty IP, filed a claim against against…
Singapore Airlines will have new in-flight amenities across all cabin classes from November
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will have a new range of in-flight amenities for passengers across all cabin classes from November. The new amenity kits will be progressively introduced on flights lasting more than six hours. The news comes weeks after…
Southwest Adds Perks, Bets Flyers Keep Spending as Fares Soar
Southwest Airlines Co. is extending its push into premium travel with new loyalty tiers, airport lounges and upgraded in-flight amenities, betting that even budget-minded customers will continue to pay more for air travel. The Dallas-based carrier…
Live Updates: Latest from Israel, Iran, and the Middle East
ByASHER SMITH Go to the full article > > BySARAH MOSKOWITZ, REUTERS Go to the full article > > ByREUTERS Go to the full article > > ByREUTERS Go to the full article > > jpost.com…
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