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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.

American Airlines once pitched a patient turnaround under Robert Isom. Now, with unions escalating pressure and results lagging rivals, the CEO is on the defensive.

Data shows that summer bookings between the U.S. and Europe are on the decline so far. The decline could be a result of political tensions and changing preferences among U.S. consumers.

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.

Kirby's framework — AI for optimization, humans for judgment — is more specific than what most travel executives have articulated. It's worth paying attention to.

United is bolstering its presence at Chicago O’Hare as it looks to maintain its dominance at the airport. CEO Scott Kirby said United is “drawing a line in the sand.”

Following a very public clash with Elon Musk, Michael O’Leary acknowledges that onboard Wi-Fi will soon be ubiquitous, but Ryanair won’t absorb the cost until the tech aligns with the economics.

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.