FAA proposes $124,500 in fines for passengers who refused to wear a mask, assaulted flight attendants
The Federal Aviation Administration is cracking down on rowdy passengers, announcing $124,500 in proposed fines on Tuesday against eight passengers who allegedly refused to wear a mask, drank their own booze on planes, or assaulted flight attendants.
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.
Royal Caribbean says vaccines will be mandated on all cruises, except ones setting sail from Florida
Royal Caribbean clarified its vaccine policy ahead of the cruise line's return to U.S. ports next month, saying Monday that all passengers 16 and older must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except for on ships setting sail from Florida.
Southwest Airlines’ system issues continue for 2nd day
Southwest Airlines’ computer issues continued into Tuesday afternoon, a day after a computer glitch stranded passengers at airport terminals around the country.
Southwest Airlines implements ground stop after third-party tech issues
California’s Hollywood Burbank Airport announced on Twitter late Monday that Southwest Airlines resolved an issue that had suspended all departures at the location and flights are resuming.
First fully vaccinated cruise in North America reports 2 passengers test positive for COVID
Two passengers aboard the Celebrity Millennium cruise ship – which carried only vaccinated crew and passengers as the industry aims to rebound from the coronavirus pandemic lockdown – tested positive for COVID-19 at the end of the cruise, the company said Thursday.
TSA anticipates labor shortages at more than 100 airports, seeks volunteers
As travel continues to skyrocket across the country, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) anticipates a labor shortage at airports nationwide and seeks volunteers to work checkpoints.
American Airlines asking Dallas-based employees to volunteer to work without pay as travel skyrockets
American Airlines is asking Dallas-based employees to volunteer to work outside of normal hours without additional pay amid uptick in travel demand.
United Airlines offers flight attendants extra vacation days, pay for proof of vaccination
United Airlines has new incentives to promote the COVID-19 vaccine for its employees.
Royal Caribbean setting sail next month from US for first time in a year
Royal Caribbean International plans to set sail from Texas and Florida next month for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic sidelined the entire cruise industry more than a year ago, the company announced Friday.
United Airlines to buy 15 Boom Supersonic Overture jets
United Airlines announced Thursday that it intends to buy at least 15 Overture jets from Colorado-based Boom Supersonic.
American Airlines resumes in-flight drink service to main cabin, extends booze ban
American Airlines is rolling out its nonalcoholic beverage cart once again to main cabin passengers.
Carnival gets CDC approval for Florida, Texas cruises this summer
Carnival Cruise Line – the latest fleet to receive CDC approval to begin hitting U.S. waters again– will first focus on Port of Galveston in Texas as well as Port Miami and Port Canaveral in Florida for "its return to guest operations this summer," Carnival announced Friday.
Tripadvisor CEO declares 'travel is back,' predicts busy summer season
Americans are looking to travel – and travel more – in the coming summer thanks to widespread vaccination.
Ryanair CEO: Belarus flight diversion was 'state-sponsored hijacking'
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has accused Belarus of a "state-sponsored hijacking" and "state-sponsored piracy" after the country forced Flight 4978, heading from Athens to the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, to divert to the city of Minsk on Sunday.
Royal Caribbean expects all passengers to be vaccinated, submits test cruise plan to CDC
One of the world’s most prominent cruise companies said vaccinations will be a must for passengers
Legislation raises hopes for Alaskan cruises this summer
Congress has voted to let large cruise ships sail directly from Washington state to Alaska without stopping in Canada, a step that could clear the way for cruises later this year.
Universal announces new Dreamworks inspired expansion
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