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Frontier CEO Says Airlines Don’t Have the Tech to Comply With Refund and Junk Fee Rules

Frontier CEO Barry Biffle is the latest airline executive to voice some concerns about the feasibility of the Biden administration's latest rule on refunds and junk fees.

Meghna Maharishi | 18 hours ago

Airlines

The Fight Over Airport Facial Recognition: Senators Clash With U.S. Travel

Over a dozen lawmakers have vocalized opposition to the adoption of facial recognization technology at U.S. airports.

Dawit Habtemariam | 20 hours ago

Airlines

Is Air India’s A350 Dubai Debut a Warning Shot to Emirates?

By bringing its new flagship plane to Dubai, Air India is making a statement of intent about its global ambitions.

Gordon Smith | 24 hours ago

Airlines

FAA Reauthorization: Key Takeaways From the 1,069-Page Bill

The Senate is slated to vote Wednesday afternoon on a massive FAA reauthorization bill that contains provisions on everything from refunds to near collisions on the runway.

Meghna Maharishi and Liz Casolo, Skift | 2 days ago

Airlines

Will Automatic Refunds For Flights Stay Automatic? Congress Bill Raises Questions

One line buried in the new bipartisan FAA reauthorization bill makes it unclear if the Biden administration can enforce automatic refunds for airlines.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 days ago

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Clear Becomes an Enrollment Provider for TSA Pre-Check

Clear, which rose to popularity by allowing flyers to speed through long security lines with its use of biometrics, will now be the third enrollment provider for TSA Pre-Check.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 days ago

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IndiGo’s Global Ambitions Take Shape: New Details From CEO Pieter Elbers

IndiGo isn't happy just being the largest airline in India. The carrier wants to be taken seriously as a global aviation player.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 days ago

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Dubai Airports CEO Suggests Current Hub Could Become Obsolete

With a new $35 billion facility on the way, Paul Griffiths says the city doesn't need two airports.

Josh Corder | 3 days ago

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Australian Airline Bonza Cancels All Flights Leaving Thousands of Passengers Stranded

Bonza sought to shake-up the establishment by bringing low-cost travel to smaller towns and cities across Australia.

Gordon Smith | 3 days ago

Airlines

Volotea: The Biggest Low-Cost Airline You’ve Never Heard Of

Volotea is something of a maverick among European budget carriers. It's strategy according to CEO Carlos Muñoz? Don't chase the big guys and get the basics right.

Gordon Smith | 3 days ago