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Aircraft Diverted and Airspace Restricted as Iran Launches Attack on Israel

Airlines have halted service to Tel Aviv as tensions in the Middle East escalate due to Iran’s drone attack on Israel.

Meghna Maharishi and Gordon Smith, Skift | 2 days ago

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United Flight Attendants Picket at U.S., U.K. Airports as Contract Negotiations Stall

United flight attendants are the latest to express their frustrations over stagnant pay and taxing work conditions.

Meghna Maharishi | 4 days ago

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Delta to Split Boarding Process Into 8 Numbered Zones

Starting May 1, Delta said it plans to use zones, numbered one through eight, to make the boarding process more intuitive for its customers.

Meghna Maharishi | 7 days ago

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United Delays Launch of Two International Routes Amid FAA Audit

The decision to cancel a major transatlantic route launch with just a few weeks' notice will not have been taken lightly by the airline.

Gordon Smith | 1 week ago

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Move Over Tokyo, Denver Has A New Longest Flight

This latest long-haul announcement reaffirms the incredible rise of Denver as a global aviation hub.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

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Alaska Airlines Receives $160 Million From Boeing for Blowout Accident

Alaska said the $160 million was an initial payment from Boeing and it expects more compensation beyond the first-quarter.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

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Here’s How the 2024 Solar Eclipse Will Impact Air Travel

The solar eclipse will have a minimal impact on air travel, but airlines are operating a slew of flights that will give flyers a special view of the once-in-a-lifetime event.

Meghna Maharishi and Elizabeth Casolo, Skift | 2 weeks ago

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United Airlines CEO’s Pay Nearly Doubled in 2023

Due to the end of CARES Act restrictions on executive pay, United CEO Scott Kirby’s total compensation nearly doubled in 2023.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Online Travel

Travel Metasearch’s Big Issues

Today's podcast looks at metasearch and changing consumer habits, United’s next Boeing issue, and an Ohtani tourism boost.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 weeks ago

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United Airlines Appoints Estee Lauder Exec to Board as Industry Tries to Increase Gender Diversity

The airline industry has been trying to diversify boards and executive teams as it tries to shed its predominantly male image.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago