Articles tagged “delta air lines”

Delta is slowly restoring benefits once-lost to SkyMiles members, but it's more of a competitive move against other carriers than an olive branch for passengers.

This is a simple business. If you're an airline, you should send your planes to places where they make money. Delta is doing it right.

Unbundling has been one of the biggest buzzwords in the airline industry in recent years, and for good reason. Full-service carriers like Delta think it is a great way to hit a broader range of consumers, but it doesn't come without its risks.

This is a good development for passengers, who must wonder why they still have to check in for flights in 2017. But for many airlines, check-in still serves a valuable purpose.

Delta has a message for passengers who don't like Basic Economy fares: Trade up and buy a better product.

It's now going to be extremely difficult for some of Delta's frequent flyers to earn top-tier elite status.

Delta's move will delight plenty of its passengers and the promise of better Wi-Fi to come is even better news. But please set your phones on silent while you’re texting.

American's loyalty program members are hopping mad over recent changes. But will its woes evaporate like similar problems at Delta and United?

Virgin Atlantic has a strong brand, but for years it has lagged far behind British Airways in most categories. The upstart has just been too small to be a bona fide competitor. But Virgin Atlantic is finally taking action to ensure it will be more nimble going forward.

As one carrier, United, backs off on basic economy, another, American Airlines, doubles down. Will this clear the field for American? Perhaps.