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Baggage Dimension and More Aviation Trends We’re Tracking at Skift This Week


Skift Take

These are the aviation trends we were talking about this week.

Every week we post hundreds of stories across various sectors in travel, connecting the dots across various global trends, and in these weekend posts we highlight the stories that tackle these trends. This one looks at top aviation trends.

For all of our trends roundups, go here.

>> We look forward to letting the Internet of Stuff do its thing: 3 Ways the Internet of Things Will Make Flying Less of a Hassle

>> Legacy carriers are fighting with one arm tied behind their backs: Two Letters That Illustrate Tourism’s Deep Divide Over Open Skies

>> It’s impossible to make baggage rules when the target is moving: New Proposal for Carry-On Baggage Dimensions Should Be More Aggressive

>> Airports need to use their data resources to advantage: Airports Taking Emotional Approach Could Make Passengers Bigger Spenders

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