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Airlines are saying that AI is becoming an edge in running day-to-day operations — and a new source of risk that could quickly erode trust if it goes wrong.

The initial 10-day shutdown of a U.S. commercial airport for unspecified “special security reasons” was highly unusual. The Trump administration has said the closure was necessary because a cartel drone breached U.S. airspace.

Super Bowl ads cost more than $8 million for a 30-second spot, and it appears some travel brands are taking a pass this year.

Southwest CEO Bob Jordan doubled down on the changes at the carrier as initiatives like assigned seating and baggage fees take off.

Southwest is forecasting a profitable 2026 after ripping up its business model to implement assigned seating and baggage fees.

Flight disruptions are expected to last into Monday, with more than 2,000 flights already canceled.

The storm is expected to bring heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies to New England through Monday.

In 2026, expect more of the same for the airline industry — analysts think the premium boom will most likely continue and the ultra-low-cost carriers could flounder.

After pulling back several Biden-era rules on airline consumer protection, the Trump administration says it will take a far more conservative approach to enforcement — expect fewer rules and fines for airlines.

As the airline industry increasingly turns more premium, loyalty programs — already airlines’ biggest asset — are becoming even more important to their long-term strategy.