Bidding For Better Flight Upgrades and 2 Other Aviation Trends This Week

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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.

>>Targeted bidding on flight upgrades is a smart way for airlines to engage customers: The Plan to Pit Passenger Against Passenger for Better Flight Upgrades

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>>More airlines are remembering the value of elite loyalty members: American Airlines Enters the Battle for Elite Passengers

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Bidding For Better Flight Upgrades and 2 Other Aviation Trends This Week

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Bidding For Better Flight Upgrades and 2 Other Aviation Trends This Week

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Key Indian Metros Drive Marriott’s Growth in South Asia

SCOOP: Expedia Laid Off Hundreds of Marketers Ahead of Reorg

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Air Traffic Controller Debate: Shutdown and DOGE Risks, Push for More Hiring

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