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Major airlines warn of flight delays at UK airports as even more snow forecast
Major UK airlines have warned of flight delays this weekend as wintry weather chaos continues across the UK. Storm Goretti brought several inches of snow and 99mph winds earlier this week, and several Met Office weather warnings remain in place…
Airline with worst on-time performance flying out of SFO cuts service
In the latest travel developments, Bay Area flyers will get a chance to try out American Airlines ' newest aircraft type this spring when it goes into service on a key transcontinental route; American also plans to boost its SFO-Chicago schedule;…
Texas barbecue heads to the skies with American Airlines' new in-flight menu
First-class passengers on American Airlines flights from Dallas to New York will soon receive more than just extra legroom; they'll also enjoy a plate of smoky Texas barbecue, straight from one of the state's most celebrated pits. Beginning in…
Luggage rules for airlines in 2026 including Ryanair and easyJet
Many people across the country will soon be thinking about their summer holidays as they look forward to brighter, sunny days. However, holiday rules can easily change from year-to-year with each airline having different policies. One of the…
United Airlines Lays Out Contract Tradeoffs For Flight Attendants As Pay Talks Intensify
United Airlines has now publicly outlined its position in ongoing contract negotiations with flight attendants, and while the airline insists it is pushing toward an “industry-leading” agreement, the details reveal a tradeoff for…
United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL Shares Purchased by Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V.
Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V. grew its holdings in shares of United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL - Free Report) by 15.3% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange…
Ryanair and Jet2 issue 'disruption' warnings as snow and ice persist
Airlines have warned of possible disruption this weekend as Storm Goretti sweeps the country with ice and snow. Both Ryanair and Jet2 issued statements telling customers to monitor their channels and be prepared for last minutes changes of…
Standing up right after plane lands fuels viral debate about air travel etiquette
Standing up immediately after a plane lands has become a common activity on flights these days — and it has raised questions about airline etiquette and common courtesy in crowded cabins. The behavior has created a long-running debate among…
Boeing 787 declares mid-air emergency over UK and diverts in snow chaos
An Air India flight to the UK was forced to divert after pilots declared an emergency. Flight AI117, travelling from Amritsar in India's Punjab state, issued a 'Squawk 7700' - the radio code for a general emergency - as it approached Birmingham…
Protests in Iran reach 2-week mark as authorities intensify crackdown on demonstrators
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Protests sweeping across Iran reached the two-week mark Saturday, with the country's government acknowledging the ongoing demonstrations despite an intensifying crackdown and as the Islamic Republic remains…
Ryanair and Jet2 warn of further disruption to air travel across UK
Airlines across the UK have warned of delays to flights this weekend as adverse weather continues in Europe. Earlier this week Storm Goretti brought several inches of snow and 99mph winds to the UK, with multiple Met Office weather warnings still…
IndiGo disruption reflects the crisis in India's aviation sector
The recent crisis involving IndiGo has exposed deep structural problems in India's aviation sector. What unfolded early this year was not merely an operational lapse or a temporary disruption, but a reflection of the power imbalance in a high…
Protests in Iran near the 2-week mark as authorities intensify crackdown on demonstrators
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has signaled a coming clampdown, despite U.S. warnings. Tehran escalated its threats Saturday, with the Iran's attorney general, Mohammad Movahedi Azad, warning that anyone taking part in protests will be…
Big Win! Avelo Air To Stop ICE Deportation Flights
If you are despairing over the lawlessness and violence of the Trump administration, here is some news to make you feel better about the power of the people. On Wednesday, after months of public protests and outcry, Avelo Airlines announced it will…
A Shocking New Report Reveals Why You Should Always Bring Your Own Coffee On Airplanes
You've got time to kill on a flight, so it only makes sense to kick back with a soothing warm sip while you binge-watch Emily in Paris. However, a pretty gross new report suggests you might want to BYO beverage the next time you fly. Otherwise, you…
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