Southwest Airlines cuts flights to avoid delays, cancellations
Southwest Airlines is making cuts to its flight schedule that are expected to extend through the end of the year with the exception of heavy holiday travel times.
Afghanistan evacuation effort sparks bottleneck at Dulles Airport
The Pentagon effort to use U.S. airlines to ease crowded conditions at overseas military bases is creating a new bottleneck at Dulles International Airport, where planes carrying Afghan refugees are stacking up on the tarmac as officials take up to 10 hours to process passengers before they can depart.
Finnair, international airlines prohibit fabric masks in favor of surgical masks
Commercial airline passengers who wish to travel abroad during the coronavirus pandemic need to double-check their chosen face mask fits current policies.
US considers ordering commercial airlines to help in Afghan evacuation
The Biden administration is planning a dramatic ramp-up of its airlift from Kabul by making preparations to compel major U.S. airlines to help with the transportation of tens of thousands of evacuees from Afghanistan, while expanding the number of U.S. military bases that could house Afghans.
Spirit Airlines says flurry of flight cancellations cost firm $50 million so far
Spirit Airlines lost tens of millions of dollars in its spate of flight cancellations and delays this month, according to an SEC filing.
Sports Illustrated model Olivia Culpo takes aim at JetBlue after dog is banned from flight: 'Worst experience'
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Olivia Culpo documented a distressing experience with JetBlue on Friday after her dog was not allowed on her flight.
Southwest Airlines says Delta variant is hurting its business
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JetBlue launches first London flight despite lingering pandemic
JetBlue Airways Corp started transatlantic flights between New York and London on Wednesday, planning to grab market share with low fares and drive a recovery on what is usually one of the world's busiest and most lucrative international routes.
U.S. weighs 2050 target in bid to wean airlines off fossil fuels
Airline trade group IATA estimates just 100 million to 120 million liters of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be produced in 2021 - just 0.05% of overall fuel.
Frontier Airlines mandates COVID vaccine, says all employees must receive both doses by Oct. 1
Denver-based Frontier Airlines on Friday announced a policy directing all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Oct. 1 this year.
Los Angeles woman stranded in Chicago after Spirit airline's cancellations
A Los Angeles woman has been stranded in Chicago since Tuesday due to repeated Spirit Airlines cancellations amid an increase in travel this summer following coronavirus lockdowns.
Delta hiring 5,000 workers in COVID rebound: CEO Ed Bastian
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian announced Tuesday that the company is hiring an additional 5,000 people to try to keep up with increased demand in travel following COVID-19 lockdowns.
Nevada airport faces flight delays from jet fuel shortage
The airport serving Nevada’s second largest metro area faces a shortage of jet fuel that could force the cancellation of cargo and passenger fights, potentially restricting the flow of tourists and essential goods into the northern part of the state.
United Airlines prepares for winter travel, adds flights to warm-weather destinations
United Airlines announced that it is adding almost 150 new flights to warm-weather locations in the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America this winter.
Transportation Department may force airlines to refund fees if checked baggage is delayed
The Transportation Department will propose that airlines be required to refund fees on checked baggage if the bags aren't delivered to passengers quickly enough.
United Airlines upgrades in-flight experience
As part of its largest order ever for 270 Boeing and Airbus jets, United Airlines will undertake a nose-to-tail transformation of its fleet and offer a new and improved in-flight experience for passengers.
TSA will resume defense training for airline employees
Federal officials cited the surge of incidents involving disruptive and sometimes violent passengers in resuming self-defense training for airline flight attendants and pilots.
American Airlines cancels hundreds of flights over staffing shortage
American Airlines canceled more than 300 flights Saturday and Sunday, many because they couldn’t staff crews for the planes, CNBC reported.
United Airlines relaxing rules on appearance for some employees
United Airlines recently sent a memo to employees saying the company’s appearance standards would be relaxed for customer-facing employees starting Sept. 1.
FAA mandates Boeing 737 MAX inspections for key automated flight system
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Wednesday issued a directive for Boeing Co requiring operators of 737 MAX airplanes to conduct additional inspections for the plane's automated flight control system.