CNN to cut airport network, citing drop in travel
CNN will shut down its airport network March 31, citing “the steep decline in airport traffic because of COVID-19, coupled… Read More »
Delta flight attendant employs language skills and empathy
Two years ago, a Mandarin-speaking Delta Air Lines flight attendant stepped in to comfort a little girl traveling from China… Read More »
Alaska exec: Qatar partnership, Oneworld go hand in hand
Alaska Airlines’ membership in the Oneworld alliance opens new opportunities with Qatar Airways, said Nathaniel Pieper, Alaska’s senior vice president… Read More »
Delta adds health focus to technology initiatives
Delta’s technology focus shifted in 2020 to enabling touchless travel and employee testing in response to the coronavirus pandemic, Molly… Read More »
FedEx, UPS deliver on vaccine promises
Cargo carriers FedEx and UPS continue to deliver vaccines as requested by federal, state and local officials. Observers note that… Read More »
Airlines make employee vaccination plans
JetBlue Airways has begun offering the COVID-19 vaccines to crew members and American is gearing up a voluntary vaccination program.
Airlines enhance security measures for D.C.-bound flights
This week, the Federal Aviation Administration announced more stringent enforcement against passengers who “assault, threaten, intimidate, or interfere with a… Read More »
Airlines support Biden’s face covering mandate
Airlines for America announced support for President-elect Joe Biden’s plan to require masks for air passengers, encouraging him to apply… Read More »
Delta adds execs in international, strategy, cargo posts
Delta Air Lines has hired former Bombardier CEO Alain Bellemare as Delta’s president of international business, and named Michelle Horn… Read More »
Alaska Airlines plans N.Y.-San Diego service
Alaska Airlines will add nonstop service between New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and San Diego. The route… Read More »
Air Canada cuts capacity 25%, lays off 1,700
Air Canada is cutting passenger capacity by an additional 25% and laying off 1,700 workers, as well as 200 more… Read More »
American adds Carolina routes
American Airlines is adding service in March between Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and North Carolina’s Fayetteville Regional Airport. The airline… Read More »