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fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Southwest Airlines polls customers on pricey credit card linked to lounges

In the latest air travel news, Southwest Airlines is reportedly thinking about issuing a high-fee credit card that would give purchasers access to a new network of airport lounges at its busiest airports, among other benefits; Southwest also rolled out its first new 737 MAX 8 with a redesigned interior; U.S. airports are rejecting a demand from the Department of Homeland Security that they show a controversial video to passengers waiting in line for security screenings;
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fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Trump wants to ban Chinese airlines from using Russian airspace on US routes

The US Department of Transportation ordered seven Chinese passenger airlines barred from using Russian airspace on US routes, forcing longer, less efficient flights.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Heathrow expansion 'essential' after busiest May

Heathrow Airport advocates for expansion to meet record passenger demand despite opposition citing climate change and environmental concerns.
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fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Trump fast-tracks supersonic travel, amid spate of flight-related executive orders | TechCrunch

Trump lifts the ban on supersonic flight over U.S. soil, marking a significant policy change.
FAA to establish noise-based certification standards for supersonic travel.
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fromVulture
4 months ago

Nathan Fielder Slams the House Committee on Transportation

Nathan Fielder's efforts highlight the need for aviation-policy reform regarding cockpit communication and training in response to safety concerns.
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