United Airlines adds Houston to routes from Fla. airport
United will begin service Feb. 11 between Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, which it also… Read More »
Air Canada taps Virgin Australia as Aeroplan partner
Air Canada has added Virgin Australia as a partner in its Aeroplan frequent-flyer program. As of Jan. 19, Aeroplan members… Read More »
Southwest’s first female exec passes away
Camille Keith, the first woman officer of a domestic airline and an original employee of Southwest Airlines, passed away at… Read More »
Alaska launches new Calif. service to N.Y., Texas
Alaska Airlines will launch service between Los Angeles and Austin, Texas, March 18 and begin flying nonstop between San Diego… Read More »
American illustrates enhanced disinfection on aircraft
American Airlines explained how electrostatic spraying works onboard aircraft in its newest American Minute video. “The spray has an electric… Read More »
A4A CEO praises Chao’s tenure at DOT
Airlines for America CEO Nicholas Calio thanked Elaine Chao for her “dedicated service over the past four years” after she… Read More »
From coffee pots to fuselage, Delta 747 parts sell on eBay
Pieces from a retired Delta Air Lines 747 are for sale on eBay, where the seller is asking $15,000 for… Read More »
Calgary passengers can avoid quarantine under program
As a pre-flight COVID-19 testing requirement for passengers to Canada goes into effect, a pilot program in Calgary allows inbound… Read More »
Maintenance engineer rose through ranks at Air Canada
When Sidhant Sharma began his career, he was Air Canada’s youngest maintenance engineer, and at one point was probably the… Read More »
Hawaiian Airlines suspends service to Molokai and Lanai
Hawaiian Airlines will suspend service to Molokai and Lanai islands Jan. 14, a move forced by contractual terms that forbid… Read More »
Delta to add cargo flights between US and Belgium
Delta is adding cargo flights between Detroit and Brussels, Belgium in February to augment COVID-19 vaccine distribution. “In addition to… Read More »
Airlines resume service to small cities
The extension of federal payroll support has facilitated the return of service to markets that experienced service reductions when federal… Read More »
Airlines increase precautions for flights in D.C. area
Airlines are working with law enforcement and airport agencies to ensure safety of travelers and employees after the US Capitol… Read More »
Health app acts as vaccination passport
A number of airlines, including JetBlue and United, are adopting the CommonPass app for travelers to prove they have been… Read More »
Airports invest in touchless technology
Spurred by the coronavirus pandemic, airports have accelerated adoption of technology that makes multiple aspects of the passenger experience “touchless.”… Read More »
American Airlines exec named to drone advisory panel
Molly Wilkinson, vice president of regulatory affairs at American Airlines, is among new members named by the Federal Aviation Administration… Read More »
Air Canada joins call to delay Canadian testing mandate
Air Canada joined other airlines and aviation organizations in calling on the Canadian government to delay imposing a COVID-19 testing… Read More »
Reagan National Airport concourse hits home stretch
A formal opening for a new concourse at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va., is planned for July,… Read More »
TSA screens 1.3M passengers to end holidays
The Transportation Security Administration screened more than 3 million passengers in the first three days of January, including 1.3 million… Read More »
Medical cargo, key retirement shape FedEx’s 2020
A new feature highlights the changes FedEx underwent and how it pivoted to supply critical medical supplies during an unusual… Read More »
A marriage with a Southwest motif
A couple who met on a Southwest Airlines flight held a Southwest-themed wedding reception after a proposal that took place… Read More »
A look at the legacy of retiring Air Canada CEO
Calin Rovinescu, who is stepping down after 12 years as Air Canada’s CEO, began his career as a corporate lawyer…. Read More »