Is Inflation to Blame for High Travel Prices?

  New analysis from Bloomberg suggests a combination of factors, including available capacity, are to blame for higher travel prices.   Capacity Across Providers Creates Demand for Limited Availability As pilots at American Airlines and Southwest Airlines petition for better wages, it is only one part of an overall industry …

White House and Transportation Department Take Aim on Customer Protections

  The White House and Department of Transportation announced the plans during a press event on Monday, May 8, 2023.   Suggested Rules Include Compensation for Stranded Flyer Expenses Since coming into office, both President Biden and Transportation Secretary Buttigieg made improving the passenger experience a priority. Biden specifically cited …

Frontier Passengers Rally to Remove Flyer From the Aircraft

  Philadelphia ABC affiliate WPVI reports three flyers were removed off a recent Frontier Airlines flight – with one of them deplaned at the request of the cabin.   Argument Results in Multiple Flyers Escorted Off Aircraft The incident began shortly after boarding of a Frontier flight between New Jersey’s …

Air Canada and Bell Reveal Partnership to Bring Greater Connectivity to Sky and Ground

  On Wednesday May, 3, 2023, Air Canada and Bell announced a partnership that will bring a host of benefits to passengers both in the air and on the tarmac.   Exclusive Connectivity for Aeroplan Members Starting on May 15, 2023,  Air Canada Aeroplan members can take advantage of complimentary …

Frontier Unveils Deep Discount on Summer All-You-Can-Fly Pass

  The pass is on sale through May 31, 2023, and can be used until the end of September for travel to 75 different destinations across the carrier’s network.   A Summer Season Window for Unlimited Travel The pass offers Frontier Miles passengers unlimited travel to some of the airline’s top …

Spirit Celebrates Delivery of 200th Airbus Aircraft

  Delivery Marks Plans for Onward Growth In a statement, the carrier confirmed that it had received this landmark delivery from the manufacturer’s facility in Mobile, Alabama. This newest addition to Spirit’s fleet – one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient in the industry – was prepared for onward service …

JetBlue Starts Serving Non-Alcoholic Beer In Flight

  The New York-based airline is working with Athletic Brewing Company to become the first major U.S. carrier to offer a non-alcoholic beer this summer.   New JetBlue Beer Creates Non-Alcoholic, Gluten Free Option While nearly airline serves beer, wine, and spirits at cruising altitude, they aren’t always the best …

American Pilots Authorize Strike Ahead of Summer Travel Season

  Representing unionized pilots at American Airlines, members of the Allied Pilots Association have authorized a nationwide strike, starting with an informational picket on Monday, May 1, 2023.   Union Claims Proposals Would Improve Reliability and Stability for Everyone The union opened the vote through the month of April 2023. …