Articles tagged “Electronics Ban”

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Lufthansa Group CEO: Electronics Ban Would Be a ‘Mess’

If some form of a global electronics ban in airliner cabins is enacted, expect delays and disruptions as airports and airlines struggle to adapt.

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Laptop Ban on European Flights Might Not Happen, Report Says

It's starting to look like an electronics ban on flights from Europe to the United States may not be imminent. But no one outside of government knows for sure — not even airlines.

Laptop Ban on European Flights Might Not Happen, Report Says

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U.S. May Ban Laptops on All Flights From Europe, Report Says

A wider electronics ban could seriously impact European visitation to the U.S. this summer.

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IATA CEO Says Electronics Ban Is ‘Not an Acceptable Long-Term Solution’

Most airline CEOs have avoided harshly criticizing the U.S. and UK electronics bans. That makes sense, because airlines do not want to anger their security regulators. But IATA's CEO has no such concerns, so he can speak more honestly.

IATA CEO Says Electronics Ban Is ‘Not an Acceptable Long-Term Solution’

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Etihad Will Offer Free iPads and Wi-Fi on Flights Affected by Electronics Ban

This is a smart move to ensure Etihad's most valuable customers are able to stay connected on its lengthy flights direct to U.S. destinations.

Etihad Will Offer Free iPads and Wi-Fi on Flights Affected by Electronics Ban

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Decoding the True Meaning of the Middle East Laptop Ban

Many industry insiders are surprised the U.S. electronics ban includes flights from Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi. Is there a valid security concern for adding those airports? Or could something more sinister be taking place?

Decoding the True Meaning of the Middle East Laptop Ban

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Travel Industry Reacts With Caution and Frustration to New Airline Electronics Ban

A ban on large electronic devices may be necessary to keep travelers safe, but many in the travel community are not happy with how U.S. and UK authorities announced the new policy. Could we see some tweaks to the rules in the near future?

Travel Industry Reacts With Caution and Frustration to New Airline Electronics Ban

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The UK Bans Large Electronic Devices on Some Flights From Middle East

It's interesting that the UK left off three of the busiest airports in the Middle East — Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Why are they making a different calculation than U.S. authorities?

The UK Bans Large Electronic Devices on Some Flights From Middle East