Minneapolis police face Justice Dept. inquiry
The Justice Department has begun an investigation into whether the Minneapolis Police Department “engages in a pattern or practice of… Read More »
Malta tries pay-to-stay promotion
To revive its tourism industry, Malta will pay international visitors up to $240 to stay at least two nights at… Read More »
Preferred guests may steer loyalty funds to ocean care
A Preferred Hotels & Resorts initiative allows guests to donate their rewards points to an organization educating young people on… Read More »
Capital One to offer cardholders access to airport lounges
Capital One is looking to expand its business air travel offerings by giving cardholders access to airport lounges. The lounges,… Read More »
Southwest offers frequent flyer subscriptions
Southwest Airlines is offering subscription plans for frequent flyers that allow them to purchase points on a monthly basis. Subscribers… Read More »
Airports add mental health resources
The extra stresses brought on by the pandemic are especially evident in airports, where chaplains are reporting an increase in… Read More »
United adds seasonal service to Iceland, Croatia, Greece
United Airlines is adding three new summer routes to Europe as countries begin to reopen to travelers who show proof… Read More »
American Airlines reintroduces beverage service
American Airlines is bringing back full beverage service for premium passengers on all flights starting May 1. Economy passengers will… Read More »
Delta’s airport lounges to reopen by summer
Delta Air Lines plans to reopen all its Sky Club airport lounges by this summer, CEO Ed Bastian said. American… Read More »
Mexico plans vaccination campaigns in tourist cities
The Mexican government plans to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to all adult residents in popular tourist destinations. The locations have not… Read More »
Airlines seen losing $48B in 2021, relying on cargo
The International Air Transport Association predicts that airlines globally will lose $47.7 billion in 2021 despite record-high cargo revenues. IATA… Read More »
Alaska Airlines lauded for HBCU support
Travel writer Colby Holiday lauds Alaska Airlines’ LIFT Miles program for supporting historically Black colleges and Universities, including Albany State… Read More »
$1.25M apron project to start this summer at N.Y. airport
Fulton County Airport in Johnstown, N.Y., is set to commence a $1.25 million apron reconstruction project in July, with 90%… Read More »
Ind. airport to begin $45M renovations in May
Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport in Indiana has awarded $45 million in contracts for two projects that will expand its passenger… Read More »
Delta CEO: Digital health credentials will become reality
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian believes that digital documentation of vaccination or testing status will soon become a requirement… Read More »
American exec discusses adjusting route planning
When Brian Znotins joined American Airlines as vice president of network planning in January 2020, he did not know he… Read More »
American, JetBlue advance alliance with 24 new routes
JetBlue and American Airlines plan major route expansions from New York and Boston and a dedicated bus to facilitate transfers… Read More »
United Airlines upgrades health data app
United Airlines has upgraded its “Travel-Ready Center,” the app that allows passengers to upload COVID-19 test data and access destination… Read More »
A4A CEO voices support for extending mask mandate
Airlines for America President and CEO Nicholas Calio voiced support for extending the federal mask mandate past May and for… Read More »
US airline support for SAF critical to reducing emissions
US airlines are committed to supporting the development and deployment of sustainable aviation fuels in order to reduce carbon emissions… Read More »
ATL Dethroned as World’s Busiest Airport Amid COVID-19
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has been unseated as the world’s busiest airport after 22 consecutive years in the top spot…. Read More »
Airlines Expanding Flight Schedules Ahead of Summer Due To Improved Demand
American Airlines and Southwest Airlines today reported that leisure travel bookings are bouncing back, and both revealed that they’ll be… Read More »