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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.

Airlines

Passenger traffic grows at Hong Kong International Airport for third consecutive month

The international hub is benefiting from the growing middle class within China that is traveling both domestically and globally.

Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Airbus says Latin American airlines will need to buy 2,100 aircraft over the next two decades

A growing middle class will lead to increased air travel in South America; however, it’s no coincidence that Airbus touts its aircraft as the perfect fit for the carriers' needs.

eTurboNews | 11 years ago

Airlines

How Delta profits off of one of the oldest fleets in the U.S.

Operating one of the oldest fleets in the U.S. isn't a great marketing point, but Delta has been deftly making use of older aircraft and efficiently profiting from the practice.

Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Getting over qualms about the TSA will save lives on U.S. roads this holiday season

The dangers of driving outweigh those of flying and this analysis purports that amped up security only drives more Americans to the roads during busy holiday travel.

Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

More trouble for British Airways as Virgin Atlantic gets Heathrow to Scotland routes

While this hurts British Airways, it's largely self-inflicted: Virgin will be taking the slots of the BA-owned bmi airlines, which has shrunk under its administration.

Garry White, The Daily Telegraph | 11 years ago

Airlines

Lufthansa wants to be in battle-ready state in case merger with Turkish happens

Looks like the Lufthansa-Turkish merger or deeper strategic tie-up is very likely going to happen, as both sides are getting ready for it.

Ludwig Burger, Reuters | 11 years ago

Airlines

The Vile-High club: FDA finds airlines’ caterers preparing in-flight meals among rodents & flies

The FDA finds minor problems at the majority of inspected establishments, but what’s worrying is the FDA’s admittance that the problem occurs at much higher rate compared to other industries.

Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Tickets are now on sale for Fastjet, Africa’s most ambitious low-cost carrier

Sure, the lower prices are good, but Africa passengers will pick Fastjet if it can overcome regional challenges with safety and reliability.

Gwyn Topham, The Guardian | 11 years ago

Airlines

Pies are allowed to fly but leave the cranberry sauce at home, says TSA

The busiest travel time of the year is exacerbated by flyers whom are unaccustomed to usual flight regulations.

Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Which U.S. airlines have the roomiest coach seats for Thanksgiving travel?

Holiday travelers have already booked their tickets, but they'll want to know what to expect from their seat this very busy Thanksgiving flying season.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 11 years ago