Articles tagged “airline passenger experience”

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5 Digital Transformation Strategies to Improve the Air Travel Experience

By working with technology partners who understand the underlying systems required to solve digital transformation issues across large, complex, enterprise organizations, airlines can feel confident improving operational efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

IBM + Skift | 9 months ago

5 Digital Transformation Strategies to Improve the Air Travel Experience

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London’s Heathrow Ups 2022 Passenger Forecast Amid Airport Chaos

The revised passenger forecast reflects that Heathrow has benefited from a resurgence in travel. Now, if only the airport could get its act together to avoid long queues and chaotic luggage piles.

Yadarisa Shabong, Reuters | 9 months ago

London’s Heathrow Ups 2022 Passenger Forecast Amid Airport Chaos

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Dubai Airport CEO Expects Pre-Covid Traffic Levels by 2024

As Dubai Airport gears up to reach pre-pandemic levels, CEO Paul Griffiths expects oil prices and inflation to drive up airfares. However, he is confident that demand would remain undented.

Alexander Cornwell, Reuters | 10 months ago

Dubai Airport CEO Expects Pre-Covid Traffic Levels by 2024

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American CEO Doug Parker Demands an End to Violent Incidents on Airplanes

One of the most prominent figures in the U.S. aviation industry expressing anger over the rash of violent incidents in the skies should spur Washington to enact more measures to protect flight attendants.

David Shepardson, Reuters | 1 year ago

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5 Ways 5G Will Transform the Air Travel Experience

5G has the potential to significantly impact the air travel experience and enable numerous process improvements. Enhanced connectivity will benefit both travelers and employees by improving everything from passenger processing and security to baggage management and retail operations.

Verizon + Skift | 1 year ago

5 Ways 5G Will Transform the Air Travel Experience

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Airlines Urge U.S. and Britain to Trial Virus Testing for Flyers to Revive London-New York Route

Passenger testing could enable an "air bridge" between London and New York. Yet quick, accurate, and affordable tests remain rare.

David Shepardson, Reuters | 3 years ago

Airlines Urge U.S. and Britain to Trial Virus Testing for Flyers to Revive London-New York Route

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How Airlines Are Relying More on Design Improvements to Make Flying Better

Don't fault airlines for lack of innovation. It's a risky business that doesn't always reward companies that act boldly. Instead, take solace in knowing that airlines are embracing smaller innovations that could make travel better.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 3 years ago

How Airlines Are Relying More on Design Improvements to Make Flying Better

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Alaska Air Catches Up on Carving Out New Revenues

Customers may not like so-called segmentation in airplane cabins. But almost every U.S. airline is using it to boost revenues.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 3 years ago

Alaska Air Catches Up on Carving Out New Revenues

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Chile’s Latam Airlines Improves Premium Product Ahead of Delta Tie-Up

After changing its fare structure to compete with low-cost carriers and earmarking $400 million to improve its cabins, Latam’s rollout of premium economy on domestic and regional routes makes sense. It puts the carrier in a position to offer higher-end services without the added complexity of a major business cabin reconfiguration.

Kristin Majcher, Skift | 3 years ago

Chile’s Latam Airlines Improves Premium Product Ahead of Delta Tie-Up

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Delta Air Lines Sells a New Subscription That Indirectly Includes Overhead Bin Access

This priority boarding craze is getting out of hand. Almost no one wants to get on an airplane 45 minutes before it departs. People go nuts over boarding early because they have overhead bin anxiety. Can we just start charging for bin space? It's a precious resource for which demand outstrips supply.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 3 years ago

Delta Air Lines Sells a New Subscription That Indirectly Includes Overhead Bin Access