Airline News

American is getting even better at wringing revenue out of its customers.

While there are exceptions to the rule, the majority of U.S. airports are in sad shape. As more executives behind these critical transit hubs now realize, badly needed renovations aren't just about aesthetics: They're also good for business.

Alaska Airlines continues to play it coy when asked about its plans for the Virgin America brand. But it seems likely Alaska will retire most, if not all, aspects of the upstart's brand.

Turkish Airlines has had a terrible month, but the airline could bounce back faster than some passengers might expect.

Lots of consumers start their trip-planning with flights. Expedia will use its customer reviews of flights to spur more flight bookings but the company is also focusing on up-selling and facilitating smooth navigation to hotel and vacation-package options.

Sometimes generosity and taking care of your most loyal customers gives a halo that is not immediately visible, but can have long-term benefits and end up saving your skin.

Considering the United States was the only major country to bar flights from Turkey’s airlines, it makes sense that that ban could be lifted relatively quickly.

Travel managers will have a lot to worry about going into next year; at least significantly higher prices likely won't be one of them.

There's no doubt the airlines could sell a lot of tickets on these undeveloped routes. But would carriers make money fly them? Or would average fares be too low?

Those who fly on partner carriers and accrue miles to AAdvantage won't be happy with American's new unannounced changes to its loyalty program.