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Beijing Capital Airlines to resume flights to Colombo signalling boost to tourism
Beijing Capital Airlines to resume direct flights between Beijing and Colombo in September this year, restoring an important air link and strengthening tourism, business, and people-to-people connectivity. This service will complement the existing…
Stock Market Today, June 15: American Airlines Group Jumps After Oil Prices Drop on U.S.-Iran Peace Agreement
American Airlines Group (AAL +3.20%), a major passenger and cargo carrier, closed Monday at $15.46, up 3.20%. The stock moved higher after news of a U.S.-Iran peace agreement and plunging oil prices signaled potential relief in fuel costs.
Fox Sports' Landon Donovan, Ian Darke blast United Airlines over delayed-flight fiasco
World Cup broadcasters, they're just like us! When the FIFA World Cup is hosted by three very large countries like the United States, Mexico, and Canada, you have to go to great lengths to travel between matches. That's especially true for…
Turkish Airlines' New Chair Charts More Profitable Path to 800 Aircraft
Turkish Airlines has extended its plan to reach an 800-aircraft fleet from 2033 to 2036, shifting its focus to profitable, sustainable growth. The airline is prioritizing passenger experience and digital services, including unveiling a new business…
JETS vs. ITA: Airlines or Aerospace, Which Aviation ETF Is Actually Flying?
ITA outpaces JETS 118% to 14% over five years, as government defense contracts prove far more durable than consumer-driven airline demand. GE at 21% and RTX at 15% anchor ITA's top three holdings, putting roughly 45% of the fund in just three…
Passengers 'terrified' as power bank fills Tianjin Airlines cabin with smoke
Passengers aboard an aircraft were left in a state of alarm when a portable charger overheated, filling the cabin with dense smoke during the flight. An urgent response was initiated on the Tianjin Airlines aircraft after the power bank started…
International Flight Fuel Surcharges to Drop by 20% for July
South Korea's international flight surcharges for July tickets will drop by more than 20 percent as global oil prices dip. According to the airline industry on Tuesday, international route surcharges will fall to Level 19 next month, down eight…
Vietnam Airlines Launches Nonstop Hanoi-Amsterdam Service
Vietnam Airlines has officially inaugurated its nonstop service between Hanoi and Amsterdam, becoming the first Vietnamese carrier to operate a direct route connecting Vietnam and the Netherlands. The inaugural flight, VN83, departed Noi Bai…
Porter Airlines Launches Service From Montreal Metropolitan Airport to 11 Canadian Cities
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Stock Market Today, June 15: JetBlue Airways Rises After Raising Second-Quarter Unit-Revenue Outlook
JetBlue Airways (JBLU +6.99%), a carrier providing air transportation across the U.S. Caribbean, Latin America, Canada, and Europe, closed Monday at $5.36, up 6.99%. The stock moved higher as sector optimism and upgraded second-quarter revenue…
Japan Airlines CEO Takes 30% Pay Cut Over Drinking Employees... Again
I'm all for accountability, but it seems that something isn't working when the same “punishment” is doled out three times over the course of a year, yet the same thing keeps happening… Senior executives at Japan Airlines are…
LATAM Airlines partners with Meili to launch direct car rental booking experience in Latin America
Meili, the leading technology platform enabling direct ancillary distribution, has announced a strategic partnership with LATAM Airlines, the largest airline group in Latin America. The partnership marks a key milestone in Meili's expansion across…
Kettle Hill Capital Management LLC Sells 404,256 Shares of Southwest Airlines Co. $LUV
Kettle Hill Capital Management LLC cut its stake in shares of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV - Free Report) by 74.2% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The…
Southwest is selling $55 fares for its 55th birthday
Southwest just dropped a sale on summer and fall trips in celebration of the airline's birthday. The airline is selling one-way tickets for as low as $55 for its 55th birthday. The three-day sale launched Tuesday and runs through June 18. The deal…
17,385 Shares in United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL Bought by Entropy Technologies LP
Entropy Technologies LP acquired a new position in shares of United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL - Free Report) during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm acquired 17,385…
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