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The airline announced the appointment of six new board members from the slate Elliott previously put forward, giving them a bigger presence inside the company, along with the accelerated retirement of board chairman Gary Kelly. Board Appointments Include Former Aviation CEOs, Travel Leaders, and Regulators The six new …
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The two departments announced a joint effort to begin “a broad public inquiry into the state of competition in air travel,” seeking to learn more about the current state of competition and how it affects the public. Probe Goal to “Identify and Remove Barriers to Competition” The Transportation …
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The fine – 25 times bigger than any previous penalty for violating disability rules – were announced by the Transportation Department on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Investigation Driven by High Number of Complaints The action was driven by industry data and formal complaints submitted to the Transportation Department. …
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Available for booking now, the New York Hilton Midtown is opening their “Stay Like Wicked” suite between November 21, 2024, and January 5, 2025. Limited-Time Suite Inspired by Famous Musical-Turned-Movie The specially decorated suite is designed to transform guests to the Emerald City as a celebration of the …
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The Chicago-based airline announced a new collaboration with the United Spinal Association to improve their wheelchair sizing tool, helping disabled flyers find the perfect flight for their needs. United Spinal Association to Advise Airline on Mobility Needs The original wheelchair sizing tool was launched by United in March …
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Courthouse News Service reports a jury awarded American $9.4 million in damages from Skiplagged over earned revenues and copyright infringement. American Argues Flyers Deceived by Skiplagged Site In arguments to the jury, American’s attorneys argued that the website – which helps flyers find “hidden city” tickets to save …
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In a press release, the activist investor is demanding a special meeting for December 10, 2024, and is pressuring Southwest leadership to confirm the date “without unnecessary delay.” Special Shareholder Meeting Demand Furthers Proxy War with Southwest With Elliott owning a significant share in Southwest, the carrier has …
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The airline announced their latest changes to the program on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Changes Overhauls Milestones and Ways to Earn Elite Qualifying Miles The biggest change to the program comes in how travelers earn elite qualifying miles. Previously, EQMs were earned through flying with the airline and …
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Both Scandinavian Airlines and LOT Polish Airlines are planning to end their routes to China, matching recent trends across Europe’s air carriers. Cuts Disconnect Direct Service From Major European Cities to China For SAS, The Netherlands’ Luchtvaart Nieuws reports the airline will cut their route between Copenhagen and …
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ABC News reports the Airbus A350 operating the flight diverted to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) after medical intervention to revive the pilot was unsuccessful. Pilot Suffered “Medical Emergency” Forcing Early Landing in New York Turkish Airlines Flight 204 departed without any issues from Seattle-Tacoma …
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