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 »
Airlines prepare to implement DOT service animal rules
US airlines are preparing to implement the Department of Transportation’s new federal rules on traveling by air with service animals,… Read More »
Delta inks new satellite partnership, aims for free Wi-Fi
Delta Air Lines is partnering with satellite operator Viasat to provide Wi-Fi for more than 300 aircraft starting this summer,… Read More »