www.nytimes.com1 week agoOMG scienceMaking flying cleanerAir travel is a significant source of pollution, with potential for ethanol to contribute to more sustainable jet fuel production. [ more ]
www.thelocal.de2 weeks agoGermany news'Germany lacks a sensible airline policy': Is budget air travel on the decline?The growth of budget airlines in Germany has been significant, but the industry is facing challenges due to high fees and operating costs. [ more ]
www.dw.com4 weeks agoGermany newsLufthansa reaches pay deal with cabin crew after strikes DW 04/11/2024Lufthansa agrees to a pay rise of 16.5%-17.4% for cabin staff by 2026. Similar deals with ground crews and airport security personnel end a wave of early-year strikes. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com3 weeks agoMental healthIt's Time to Act on Pilot's Mental HealthProposed changes to FAA mental health policies could remove barriers for pilots and air traffic controllers seeking mental health assistance. [ more ]
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The Drum2 months agoArtificial intelligenceDigital Human AI cabin crew Sama takes Qatar Airways' brand experience to the skiesConversational AI with digital human cabin crew member for customer queries. Qatar Airways utilizing AI to enhance customer experience and redefine the future of travel. [ more ]
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ComputerWeekly.com2 months agoBusiness intelligenceSITA enhances aviation SASE with automated multi-cloud networking service | Computer WeeklySITA selects Alkira as preferred multi-cloud networking service for global customers. Rising demand for multi-cloud networking driven by aviation industry's need for efficiency and infrastructure virtualisation. [ more ]
Entrepreneur3 months agoBusiness intelligenceDelta does a double-take: Clear skys or turbulence in 2024? | EntrepreneurDelta's financial performance in 2023 was inconsistent, with a record-breaking fourth quarter followed by a conservative outlook for 2024. Delta's expansion in international travel and premium cabins drove profits in 2023. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune4 months agoChicagoEditorial: Whatever United Airlines is planning, Chicago has to take charge nowAviation industry is covered in great detail by various blogs and accounts. United Airlines is allegedly considering moving its headquarters from Chicago to Denver. [ more ]