Lawmakers Want to Ban Violent Flyers from Air Travel

  Reuters reports the “Protection from Abusive Passengers Act” have been introduced to Congress, seeking to impose limits on those accused of using violence to disrupt flights.   Law Would Seek to “Minimize Disruptions” to Airlines Although a no-fly list was first conceived in early 2022, this bill was introduced …

Grateful Alaska Passenger Pays for Refreshments for Entire Plane

  The airline shared a story of how two flyers decided to reward an entire flight based on a simple conversation.   A Genuine Gesture of Gratitude For the crew member – named only in a statement by Alaska Airlines as Sylvia N. – it started with a simple chat …

FAA Reminds Pilots of Safety Requirements After Close Calls

  The agency issued a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, after a number of high profile near-miss incidents in the early months of 2023.   FAA Reminds Pilots of Safety Management Protocols The SAFO reminds pilots of the six near-miss incidents since January 2023, including …

Frontier Marks DFW Expansion With Flight Giveaway

Frontier Marks DFW Expansion With Flight Giveaway

  Central Texas will have the opportunity to get extra Frontier Miles, free flights, and even submit ideas for a new tail mascot.   Earn Extra Miles, Win Free Flights, Help Name A Plane Tail As part of the celebrations, the ultra-low cost carrier is giving away free flights in …

ANA and IHG Hotels Deepen Commercial Agreement in Japan

  The two brands announced a new “comprehensive commercial agreement,” aimed at getting flyers to travel aboard ANA and stay at IHG’s portfolio of hotels.   ANA-IHG Agreement Includes Advertising, Loyalty Promotions The original agreement between ANA and IHG was signed back in 2006, with a focus on mutual sales …

American Accused of Carrying Uncharged AEDs on Flights

  In a federal lawsuit filed on Monday, March 13, 2023, in the Southern District of New York, Melissa Arzu is suing on allegations they failed to meet standards set by the Aviation Medial Assistance Act of 1998.   Mother Claims Son Died Because of Uncharged Defibrillator Under the Aviation …

Investigation Suggests Low-Cost Carriers Owe British Flyers $5.45 Million

  An investigation by British magazine Which? suggests EasyJet, Ryanair, Tui and Wizz Air still owe flyers millions in unpaid compensation.   Group Reportedly Owes Money in over 3,600 Cases According to the data cited by the magazine, the four airlines may still be involved in over 3,600 outstanding cases. …

Southwest’s NEW Winter Plan: More Equipment, More Investments, More Collaboration

  At the 2023 J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference, Southwest chief executive Bob Jordan announced their three-stage plan to prevent another catastrophic grounding through strategic investments and better planning.   Plan Calls for More Snow Equipment, Better Technology, and Increased Collaboration After Winter Storm Elliott wreaked havoc across the East Coast, …

SkyWest Looks Into Flight Delay Caused by Arguing Attendants

SkyWest Looks Into Flight Delay Caused by Arguing Attendants

  NBC News reports the regional airline is looking into the incident after it was informally documented online by an ESPN reporter.   Argument Started Over Seat Switching Policies ESPN “SportsCenter” reporter and anchor Ashley Brewer was a passenger aboard American Airlines Flight 4680, departing Los Angeles for Houston. What …

American, Delta Talk Loyalty at J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference

  Leaders from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines answered questions from analysts about how they hope the loyalty program will drive business forward.   American Sees Spending as Future of Loyalty Program New American president Robert Isom spoke on loyalty when asked by an analysts about the American AAdvantage …