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fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Which Airline Rewards Program Is Right for You?

Choosing the right program for you involves myriad considerations, including which airline has a hub at your nearest airport and how often you travel internationally versus domestically.
Travel
#spirit-airlines
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
SF politics

Holy Toledo it's been a wild week for airline mergers, acquisitions

SF politics
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Holy Toledo it's been a wild week for airline mergers, acquisitions

Spirit Airlines seeks federal bailout amid financial troubles, offering equity stake in exchange.
NYC startup
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Spirit is broken

Spirit Airlines is seeking a federal bailout due to financial troubles and rising fuel costs, while government officials express skepticism about the effectiveness of such aid.
SF politics
fromemptywheel
2 days ago

Spirit Airlines is the Canary in Trump's Fossil Fuel Mine - emptywheel

Debate exists over a potential bailout for Spirit Airlines, weighing job preservation against political and economic implications.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
14 hours ago

America Trembles as Transportation Secretary Announces Plans for Air Traffic Controllers to Lean on AI Tools

The Trump Administration is integrating AI into air traffic management to improve scheduling and reduce delays.
#ryanair
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ryanair to close bag check-in 20 minutes earlier amid concern over Europe border queues

Ryanair will close airport check-in desks 20 minutes earlier to reduce missed flights due to border queues.
#travel-tips
Parenting
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

These Are the Simple Tricks Flight Attendants and Frequent Fliers Use to Keep Kids Calm on a Plane

Traveling with children can be manageable with proper preparation and support from flight crews.
fromBustle
3 days ago
Travel

"Time Blocking" Is The Genius Way To Survive Long Flights That TikTokers Swear By

Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

Flight Attendants With 10+ Years of Experience Say to Always Pack These 14 Carry-on Essentials 'Just in Case'

Preparation is essential for smooth travel, with seasoned travelers packing for unexpected events and delays.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus, 9 Tips to Do It Right

Avoiding common check-in mistakes can significantly reduce delays at the airport.
Europe news
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

European Airlines Actually Weigh Your Carry-on-Here's How I Packed Mine for 2 Weeks Without Extra Fees

European airlines enforce strict carry-on weight limits, making efficient packing essential for travel.
Parenting
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

These Are the Simple Tricks Flight Attendants and Frequent Fliers Use to Keep Kids Calm on a Plane

Traveling with children can be manageable with proper preparation and support from flight crews.
Travel
fromBustle
3 days ago

"Time Blocking" Is The Genius Way To Survive Long Flights That TikTokers Swear By

Time blocking long-haul flights enhances comfort and entertainment, helping travelers manage their time effectively during extended journeys.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

After dealing with dozens of layovers as a frequent flyer, I've found 5 ways to make them actually enjoyable

Layovers can be enjoyable with the right strategies, such as using airport lounges and exploring nearby areas.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

Flight Attendants With 10+ Years of Experience Say to Always Pack These 14 Carry-on Essentials 'Just in Case'

Preparation is essential for smooth travel, with seasoned travelers packing for unexpected events and delays.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus, 9 Tips to Do It Right

Avoiding common check-in mistakes can significantly reduce delays at the airport.
#travel
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago
Psychology

The people who arrive one hour before their flight without apology are often the same people who, somewhere along the way, stopped performing competence and started simply being competent - Silicon Canals

fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Travel

We Asked 4 Travel Experts the Best Way to Get a Flight Upgrade-Here Are Their Top Tips for Success

Upgrading to premium seats can be achieved by timing purchases and leveraging airline pricing strategies.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago
Travel

How Do You Spend 19 Hours on Board a Plane? We Have Ideas

Traveling from Singapore to New York on Singapore Airlines in business class offers a blend of luxury and personal rituals during a long flight.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The people who arrive one hour before their flight without apology are often the same people who, somewhere along the way, stopped performing competence and started simply being competent - Silicon Canals

Arriving three hours early for a flight often reflects anxiety rather than responsibility.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

11 Checked Bag Mistakes That Are Putting Your Belongings at Risk, According to Luggage Handlers

Checked luggage can be managed effectively with expert tips from baggage handlers to avoid common mistakes and ensure a smoother travel experience.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

We Asked 4 Travel Experts the Best Way to Get a Flight Upgrade-Here Are Their Top Tips for Success

Upgrading to premium seats can be achieved by timing purchases and leveraging airline pricing strategies.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

How Do You Spend 19 Hours on Board a Plane? We Have Ideas

Traveling from Singapore to New York on Singapore Airlines in business class offers a blend of luxury and personal rituals during a long flight.
Toronto startup
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago

Can electric air taxis carry passengers? Vertical Aerospace's VX4 just cleared a key test

Vertical Aerospace successfully tested its VX4 eVTOL aircraft, demonstrating a crucial transition from helicopter to airplane flight, moving closer to certification.
#airlines
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago
Digital life

What Will Airlines' Use of Satellite Internet Mean for Entertainment?

Airlines are partnering with satellite internet providers to offer free wifi, transforming in-flight entertainment and passenger experience.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago
Travel

American, Delta, and United are in a business-class arms race for premium flyers. See how their newest suites compare.

United, American, and Delta compete for premium flyers by offering suite-style business class with doors, now a standard feature among US carriers.
Digital life
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago

What Will Airlines' Use of Satellite Internet Mean for Entertainment?

Airlines are partnering with satellite internet providers to offer free wifi, transforming in-flight entertainment and passenger experience.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

American, Delta, and United are in a business-class arms race for premium flyers. See how their newest suites compare.

United, American, and Delta compete for premium flyers by offering suite-style business class with doors, now a standard feature among US carriers.
US politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

American Airlines CEO calls United merger 'a non-starter': 'No way to view that as anything but anti-competitive' | Fortune

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom firmly rejected the proposed merger with United Airlines, citing anti-competitive concerns and negative impacts on customers and the airline.
Berlin
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

These Are the Best Airports in the World for 2026-and No. 1 is a 14-time Winner

Singapore Changi Airport has won the Skytrax World Airport Awards for the 14th time, excelling in multiple categories.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Cargo Drone Trial Links Manhattan and Brooklyn

Automated cargo drones will operate between Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn for a year, testing air delivery to alleviate street congestion.
European startups
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

SITA launches campus network to keep airport operations connected | Computer Weekly

SITA launched a managed network solution to simplify connectivity for airlines, enhancing performance and reducing costs in complex airport environments.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Airlines in Europe slash thousands of flights as Iran war cuts jet fuel supplies

European airlines are cutting thousands of flights due to soaring jet fuel prices linked to the ongoing war in Iran.
#jetblue
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
3 days ago

One viral JetBlue blunder has customers convinced it uses surveillance pricing to upcharge on flights

JetBlue's social media response raised concerns about surveillance pricing, leading to a potential class action lawsuit.
Privacy professionals
fromFortune
5 days ago

JetBlue told a grieving customer to clear his cookies after a $230 price hike-then deleted the evidence | Fortune

JetBlue faced backlash for suggesting users clear browser data to avoid fare increases, clarifying that prices are based on real-time availability, not personal data.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

I Flew 40 JetBlue Flights in 3 Months-Here's What I've Learned About the Loyalty Program

JetBlue's loyalty program offers significant rewards for travelers willing to invest time and money into achieving elite status.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
3 days ago

One viral JetBlue blunder has customers convinced it uses surveillance pricing to upcharge on flights

JetBlue's social media response raised concerns about surveillance pricing, leading to a potential class action lawsuit.
Privacy professionals
fromFortune
5 days ago

JetBlue told a grieving customer to clear his cookies after a $230 price hike-then deleted the evidence | Fortune

JetBlue faced backlash for suggesting users clear browser data to avoid fare increases, clarifying that prices are based on real-time availability, not personal data.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

I Flew 40 JetBlue Flights in 3 Months-Here's What I've Learned About the Loyalty Program

JetBlue's loyalty program offers significant rewards for travelers willing to invest time and money into achieving elite status.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Boeing vs GE Aerospace After Earnings: Why the Market Is Picking One Over the Other

GE Aerospace is a better fit for retirement portfolios due to superior cash flow and lower risk compared to Boeing.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
4 days ago

'I think it's a mistake': Delta CEO Ed Bastian refuses to call it 'artificial intelligence' because it scares people | Fortune

Ed Bastian emphasizes the importance of framing AI as augmented intelligence to enhance employee roles rather than replace them.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

WestJet increases fees for checked baggage, matching recent Air Canada move | CBC News

Passengers on the airline's cheapest ultra-basic fares will now pay between $60 to $93 for their first bag, and $75 to $111 for a second, depending on when and where they choose to pay.
Canada news
Venture
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Why Flying Private Is Becoming a Business Tool, Not a Luxury

Private aviation is expanding beyond the ultra-wealthy by positioning itself as a time-saving tool.
#aviation
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Airlines demand UK relax noise rules and cut flight tax as fuel shortage looms

Airlines are lobbying the UK government for regulatory relaxations and tax cuts amid potential jet fuel shortages due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Airlines demand UK relax noise rules and cut flight tax as fuel shortage looms

Airlines are lobbying the UK government for regulatory relaxations and tax cuts amid potential jet fuel shortages due to the Middle East conflict.
Business
fromFortune
4 days ago

Southwest Air drops as US airlines contend with soaring fuel | Fortune

Southwest Airlines reported lower quarterly profit and revenue, struggling with high fuel costs and not updating its full-year profit guidance.
Education
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

FAA sets records in effort to hire gamers as air traffic controllers

The FAA successfully recruited over 12,000 applicants by targeting gamers for air traffic controller positions.
fromInsideHook
23 hours ago

Emirates Is Developing Personal First Class Bathrooms

I'm working on en suite bathrooms in first class suites. This is one of several developments that Emirates is currently engaged in, as we constantly refine our product offerings.
Travel
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Will you be compensated if your European flight is cancelled due to jet fuel shortages?

Jet fuel shortages from the Middle East conflict may be considered 'extraordinary circumstances' affecting passenger compensation rights in Europe.
#flight-safety
Travel
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

The Best Major Airport Lounges, Ranked

Airport lounge access has expanded, offering premium experiences to more travelers through memberships and high-end credit cards.
#lufthansa
fromFast Company
3 days ago
Germany news

This major airline is cutting 20,000 flights to save fuel. Here's how it may impact your next trip

fromFast Company
3 days ago
Germany news

This major airline is cutting 20,000 flights to save fuel. Here's how it may impact your next trip

fromInc
2 weeks ago

This Airline Is Hiring a Freelancer for its New Marketing Campaign. The Position Has 1 Unusual Requirement

Icelandair wants to find a terrible amateur photographer, someone with no professional training or experience—and no real interest in gaining any of those skills.
Photography
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Transportation celebrates air traffic control modernization, asks lawmakers for more funding

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy seeks additional funding to modernize the U.S. air traffic control system, aiming for completion before President Trump leaves office.
Pets
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

These Are the Pet-friendliest Airlines in the World, According to a New Study

97% of American pet owners consider their pets family, influencing their desire to travel with them.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This 1 Simple Mistake May Send Your Luggage to the Wrong Airport-Here's What Travel Experts Say You Should Do Instead

Scammers are reportedly going through trash cans, stealing tags, and filing fraudulent claims with information like names and itinerary confirmation numbers to seek compensation for 'lost' luggage.
Travel
Travel
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

A Definitive Ranking of the Best of the Worst Airlines

Breeze Airways has redefined budget flying in the U.S. by focusing on underserved routes and providing a comfortable customer experience.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Almost half of EU's busiest flight routes are hard or impossible' to book on trains report

Europe's train ticket booking system hinders efforts to reduce reliance on polluting flights, making sustainable travel difficult for many routes.
Travel
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Airfare Keeps Going Up. Here Are Some Tricks to Finding Cheap(er) Tickets

Global instability is driving up airfare prices, with a 14.9% increase in the US due to fuel price spikes and airline consolidation risks.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Airports complain early bird travelers are making TSA lines even worse | Fortune

Travelers are arriving too early at airports, causing bottlenecks, while some airports advise arriving only 90 minutes before departure.
Travel
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Rising fuel costs are triggering flight cancellations. What to do if your trip is impacted

Airlines are canceling flights due to jet fuel supply issues, impacting travelers' rights and options for rebooking or refunds.
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

7 Seat Selection Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Next Flight, According to Air Travel Experts

Letting the airline pick your seat might feel like the easiest option, but it often means ending up in less desirable spots-like middle seats, back rows, or areas near bathrooms and galleys.
Travel
fromMail Online
6 days ago

New business class seats with IMAX-style wrap-around screens revealed

Future display technologies are about more than just consuming content. They enable curated experiences, whether that's deep immersion or the ability to escape into environments beyond the physical.
Travel
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

10 Mistakes Passengers Make That Can Ruin Their Flight Before It Starts

Flight attendants recommend packing face mist, eye drops, and travel blankets to maintain comfort during flights due to dry cabin air and temperature control.
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 days ago

The Hotel Rewards Program You Probably Don't Know About-And That's Free to Join

The I Prefer Hotel Rewards program offers members exclusive perks for staying at their portfolio of properties, including points on eligible stays that can be redeemed for discounts or free nights.
Travel
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

Flight Attendants Reveal the Dirtiest Spots Inside Plane Cabins-and the 10 Items You Shouldn't Fly Without

Airplanes are often dirty, with many surfaces contaminated due to high passenger turnover and inadequate cleaning between flights.
#united-airlines
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Airline Is Making Business Class Flights More Accessible With a 'Basic' Fare-What to Know

United Airlines introduces new fare options in premium cabins, removing some perks from lower tiers to enhance customer choice.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Airline Is Making Business Class Flights More Accessible With a 'Basic' Fare-What to Know

United Airlines introduces new fare options in premium cabins, removing some perks from lower tiers to enhance customer choice.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Simple Mistake Is the Quickest Way to Annoy a Flight Attendant-and It Could Make Getting Off the Plane Slower, Too

Passengers should place luggage wheels-first in overhead bins to minimize germs and facilitate easier deplaning.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Airports embrace AI to manage growing global passenger traffic

Airports deploy AI across passenger flow, baggage, maintenance, biometrics and cybersecurity to improve efficiency, predict congestion, and enhance customer experience amid rising passenger volumes.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago

Virgin Atlantic's updates on flight operations to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led airlines to adjust flight schedules, causing uncertainty for travelers.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

These Are the Most Obvious Signs That You Are a Frequent Flier, According to Flight Attendants

Flight attendants identify frequent fliers through behavioral cues and loyalty markers rather than appearance or luggage quality, with confidence, demeanor, and status indicators being the primary tells.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

11 Golden Rules for Surviving Your Next Long-Haul Flight

Strategic seat selection, movement, and personal comfort preparations significantly improve long-haul flight experiences and reduce physical strain.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Flying has turned into a fiasco

Airport security lines reach three hours due to TSA agent shortage from government shutdown, coinciding with Spring Break travel surge and regional flight disruptions from Middle East tensions.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus 9 Tips to Do It Right

Use mobile airline apps, a digital luggage scale, and a travel document organizer to prevent overweight bags, missing IDs, and long check-in delays.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

These Are the Best Airlines for Long-haul Flights, According to a New Study

Singapore Airlines ranked highest for long-haul flights, scoring strongly on value, reliability, in-flight experience, customer ratings, and food and beverages.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

9 Simple Ways to Make Your Next Flight Better, According to Flight Attendants

When traveling by air, take a look at the type of aircraft you're expected to fly with, as it can make a difference in terms of overall flight experience. This can also help you get to know the different cabin classes so you can make the right seat selection for your comfort level and your wallet.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Is the Smartest Way to Time Your Airport Arrival, According to Airline Experts

arrive two hours prior to scheduled departure for domestic flights and three hours prior to scheduled departure for international flights.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Airports With the Strongest Flight Networks in the World

OAG's Megahubs 2025 ranking reveals how well an international airport has connected you to the rest of the globe last year, based on a simple but telling comparison: These unique rankings are generated by comparing the number of scheduled connections to and from international flights with the number of destinations served from the airport.
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