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After 10 years at United, CEO Scott Kirby is thinking big about the future of his airline from JFK to AI
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby was fired from American Airlines 10 years ago and now runs the second-most profitable carrier in the U.S. He told CNBC that he wants to expand at JFK airport and is preparing for how AI will change the industry.
Change your airport, not your airline, to save money on flights
You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Major airports such as London Heathrow and New York JFK may be well connected, but they're not the only runways in town. Seeking out smaller…
Costly fuel burn worries airlines
Fuel has always been one of the airline industry's largest costs. However, with the war in West Asia raising both prices and volatility in energy markets, fuel now consumes almost a third of airlines' operating costs — a whopping $350…
Today in Apple history: iPad takes to the skies with United Airlines
August 23, 2011: United Airlines says it will hand out 11,000 iPads to its pilots as part of its “paperless flight deck” filled with essential data. It's the largest rollout yet of Apple tablets as a replacement for the weighty flight…
Pilot's brutal last word before American Airlines crash killed 273
Investigators view the wreckage of the crash A desperate pilot facing certain death uttered a chilling final word moments before his aircraft plummeted to the ground, claiming the lives of all 273 people on board. The domestic flight departed from…
Business-class fliers love sliding doors - but they're causing a nuisance for airlines and planemakers
More travelers are shelling out for the best airplane seats amid a boom in premium travel, driving airlines to develop increasingly complex business-class seats — some of which are proving to be a headache for carriers and manufacturers…
Syrian aviation industry recovering amid new government, regional conflicts
From the start of the 14-year civil war in Syria until the fall of the Assad regime in 2024, the country's airspace was essentially a no-fly zone for the vast majority of the world's airlines. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)…
AI Data Wars Begin As Google, Mercor And Micro1 Bid For Spirit's Data
Google CEO Sundar Pichai addresses GenAI in his address to developers. (Photo by Camille Cohen / AFP) (Photo by CAMILLE COHEN/AFP via Getty Images) The fast facts are that Google bid $10 million for data, beating AI training company Mercor's $7.5…
United's next decision: What to do with all those Boeing 737 Max 10 seats it ordered years ago
United Airlines wanted to put lie-flat premium seats on its Boeing 737 Max 10 planes once they were certified. But those planes have been delayed by years, and United has pivoted to outfitting other jets. CEO Scott Kirby told CNBC that the carrier…
Fans blast John Barrowman's 'diva' behaviour onboard business class flight
John Barrowman has sparked a wave of backlash after he ranted over the lack of amenities on board his recent business class flight. The former Dancing On Ice judge, 59, has since deleted a video showing him complaining about his missing…
Discovering the World: Unmissable Travel Updates You Need Now!
Travel has always been a gateway to new experiences, cultures, and perspectives. In today's fast-paced world, staying updated on the latest travel trends and essential updates can make all the difference between a forgettable trip and an…
Micron: The Competition Has A Better Price (NASDAQ:MU)
Micron is downgraded to Hold due to stretched valuation and intensifying competition despite structural improvements from strategic customer agreements. MU's recent earnings surge is driven almost entirely by price increases, not volume, raising…
John Barrowman blasted by fans over 'diva' business class complaint
John Barrowman sparked backlash after complaining about his business class experience. John Barrowman has faced a backlash from fans after complaining about the service he received during a business class flight, with some accusing the actor of…
TTW Announces the Top 50 Travel Solution Cards in the World for 2026
'Travel solution cards are evolving from payment products into powerful travel companions. Everyday spending can now unlock flights, airport lounges, hotel privileges and experiences around the world. More importantly, travellers have far greater…
Horror moment laptop EXPLODES on packed flight burning 5 passengers
There were 133 passengers on board the plane Shocking audio has revealed the moment a pilot reported a fire on board a plane. The American Airlines pilot told air traffic controllers of the incident after a laptop set alight. The cabin of the…
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