Oakland A’s stadium proposal advances
Despite negative public comments, planning officials in Oakland, Calif., have approved an environmental impact report on a proposed stadium for… Read More »
American Airlines expects delivery of 787s
American Airlines expects to receive the 13 Boeing 787 Dreamliners it has been waiting for this year. “We’ve had some… Read More »
Hochul wants 3 NYC casinos to be licensed this year
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has issued a call to the New York State Gaming Commission to expedite the process… Read More »
Comeback by the numbers: New hotels abound in Bay Area
The California Bay Area’s recovery from the pandemic’s devastation is reflected in a 127% increase in new hotels in 2021… Read More »
UK invests $5M in routing air traffic management projects
The UK government will invest $5 million in airport traffic management projects designed to reduce emissions through more efficient routing… Read More »
Atlas Air extends China cargo partnership
Atlas Air has extended its partnership with the China-based shipping company SF Group for cargo flights between China and the… Read More »
FedEx optimizes operations with data analysis
FedEx is employing predictive analytics to combine package-specific data with external operational data and information on weather and traffic to… Read More »
Pharrell Williams team takes hotel show to Bahamas
Singer Pharrell Williams and lodging entrepreneur David Grutman are following up on their initial venture, the Goodtime Hotel at Miami… Read More »
MGM Resorts, partner plan $450M hike in BetMGM funding
MGM Resorts International’s increasingly lucrative venture into sports and online betting will see a heavy influx of new money to… Read More »
UNWTO: Tourism won’t rebound before fall
The United Nations World Tourism Organization says global tourism will not rebound until fall but at levels about half what… Read More »
Languishing Long Island City hotel venture to cash out
The Japan-based planners of a long-stalled Toyoko Inn hotel in Long Island City, N.Y., have given up on the project… Read More »
2 major projects impending in Danville, Va.
A new Caesars Resort and Casino and redevelopment of the old White Mill constitute the biggest construction projects ever in… Read More »
Work progresses on Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe in Fla.
Work is progressing on the new Epic Universe theme park at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. The 750-acre project, which… Read More »
Canadian airlines cancel flights due to COVID-19 surge
Canadian airlines are canceling flights due to the surge in COVID-19 cases and related government restrictions. “We continue to monitor… Read More »
600-plus travel groups send SOS to Congress
Congress was petitioned by more than 600 travel industry members Wednesday to aid recovery from a devastating 2021. The representatives’… Read More »
New procedures now the norm at airport lounges
Airport lounges have reopened in most locations, but many of them have adopted new procedures, such as contactless check-in, capacity… Read More »
Pharrell Williams team takes hotel show to Bahamas
Singer Pharrell Williams and lodging entrepreneur David Grutman are following up on their initial venture, the Goodtime Hotel at Miami… Read More »
United CEO discusses improving travel trends
United CEO Scott Kirby, appearing on CNBC, heralded strong demand heading into the spring and summer travel season despite setbacks… Read More »
FAA sees decline in unruly behavior
Reports of bad behavior by air passengers decreased significantly after the Federal Aviation Administration adopted a “zero tolerance” policy in… Read More »
Airlines offering green option for loyalty plans
Airlines like Qantas and Air Canada are buying into the green movement by offering environmentally friendly options for their loyalty… Read More »
Hawaiian Airlines reflects on year of growth and giving
Hawaiian Airlines expanded its West Coast schedule in 2021, worked to educate travelers about the islands and furthered its charitable… Read More »
5G agreements prevent catastrophic NAS disruption
As a result of the White House’s agreement with AT&T and Verizon, widespread disruption of air service was averted. In… Read More »
American CEO seeing “huge pent-up demand” for travel
American Airlines CEO Doug Parker appeared on CNBC to address the carrier’s outlook as they continue facing “the most challenging… Read More »
Airbus plans to hire 6K employees
Airbus SE plans to hire 6,000 employees in coming months, reflecting the aircraft manufacturer’s optimism about aviation. The new hires… Read More »
Delta Air Lines unveils aircraft honoring Olympic team
Delta Air Lines unveiled an aircraft decorated in honor of Team USA to celebrate its partnership with the United States… Read More »
United Airlines reaps benefits of high cargo demand
United Airlines enjoyed $2.4 billion in cargo revenue in 2021, twice as much as in 2019 as shipping demand continues… Read More »