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Airline News

Bringing you the latest airline news and airline industry insights. Get the need-to-know developments in passenger experience, ancillary services, revenue management, and loyalty and technology.

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Air travelers overwhelming in their dislike of proposed in-flight calls

Of course people say they hate the idea of in-flight calls, but they just hate the idea of other people making calls. If one airline does it, expect wide-scale adoption -- especially if airlines can charge a fee.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Delta cuts trans-Atlantic routes as well as staff

The labor issues weren't a surprise, but Delta's decision to cut flights to Europe in favor of additional Caribbean capacity wasn't expected.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Pilot of US Airways regional carrier likes to fly with loaded handgun

Another small hole in airport security: Regional airports are more open to screening irregularities despite feeding planes into major metro areas.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Europe’s national carriers face incredible challenges

Low-cost rivals, emissions schemes, labor issues, and threats from Gulf carriers are enough to make observers look positively at the relatively rosy situation of U.S. counterparts.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Why falling oil prices makes these 5 airline stocks attractive

US Airways and Allegiant air are set to make out well for different reasons: the former doesn't engage in hedging while the latter's domestic U.S. routes mean Europe's continuing troubles won't hit it.

Skift | 11 years ago

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The death of convicted Lockerbie bomber doesn’t end doubts about guilt

Players on both sides of the debate aren't pleased with the only conviction given in the Pan Am flight 103 bombing. Now that al-Megrahi has died, the episode's enduring legacy will be that international justice and the oil trade are fraught with complications.

James Meikleseverin Carrell, The Guardian | 11 years ago

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11 airlines that make coach travelers the happiest

From funny in-flight videos to coach seats that convert into beds, these eleven airlines offer coach fliers simple treats that improve the experience immensely.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Union pushes for pre-screening for more airport employees

Why mechanics and support crew should get to take advantage of the same pre-screening options available to pilots and flight crews.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Cathay Pacific quietly reduces frequencies from North American airports

New York is losing a smaller percentage of its flights than either Toronto or Los Angeles as Cathay trims ten flights a week from its schedules.

Skift | 11 years ago

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Turkish Airlines turns to JetBlue to expand offering

Turkey continues its push to make it easier for people to get to Istanbul by teaming with flyer-favorite JetBlue to extend its reach in the U.S. northeast.

Skift | 11 years ago