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United Airlines Comes Out Strong Despite Delivery Delays, FAA Oversight

United reported a strong first quarter, even as it faces an FAA safety review, Boeing delivery delays and rising tensions in the Middle East.

Meghna Maharishi | 5 hours ago

United Airlines Comes Out Strong Despite Delivery Delays, FAA Oversight

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Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report

Boeing faces increasing pressure from Washington to reform its safety and manufacturing protocols after allegations of problems with the structural integrity of the 787 and 777 became public.

Meghna Maharishi | 7 hours ago

Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report

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Alaska Airlines Resumes Flights After IT Issue

Alaska paused nationwide departures after discovering an issue when performing an upgrade to its system that calculates weight and balance. The ground stop expired at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Meghna Maharishi | 10 hours ago

Alaska Airlines Resumes Flights After IT Issue

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American Airlines Revamps Passenger Experience Amid Premium Travel Boom

From rethinking menus to opting for more comfortable and sustainable bedding, American is hoping to win over more premium travelers with more premium products.

Meghna Maharishi and Elizabeth Casolo, Skift | 11 hours ago

American Airlines Revamps Passenger Experience Amid Premium Travel Boom

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Allegiant Flight Attendants Agree ‘Game-Changer’ Labor Deal, Wages to Rise up to 41.2% 

Union bosses have said the agreement sets a new benchmark for U.S. flight attendants across the industry.

Gordon Smith | 14 hours ago

Allegiant Flight Attendants Agree ‘Game-Changer’ Labor Deal, Wages to Rise up to 41.2% 

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Historic Thunderstorms Batter Dubai: ‘Do Not Come to the Airport’

The UAE has endured its worst storm in 75 years with severe disruption to ground and air transportation.

Josh Corder | 17 hours ago

Historic Thunderstorms Batter Dubai: ‘Do Not Come to the Airport’

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United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding

United is making some adjustments to its long-term fleet plans after the FAA placed production constraints on Boeing.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 day ago

United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding

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DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the partnership would fast-track the process for resolving passenger complaints.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 day ago

DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

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Tokyo Soars Back Into Busiest Airport Ranking Amid Japanese Travel Boom

In 2023, air travel got pretty close to pre-pandemic levels. This thrust Tokyo Haneda and Seoul’s Incheon Airport back into the spotlight.

Elizabeth Casolo | 1 day ago

Tokyo Soars Back Into Busiest Airport Ranking Amid Japanese Travel Boom

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British Airways Expands ‘£1 Fare’ Option to All Flights

Loyalty programs are huge business for many airlines, with fierce competition for well-heeled frequent fliers. BA will be hoping these changes make its Avios scheme more attractive to existing and future customers.

Gordon Smith | 2 days ago

British Airways Expands ‘£1 Fare’ Option to All Flights