Over 20 Suffer Head and Spinal Injuries After Extreme Turbulence on Singapore Airlines

  CNN reports over 20 afflicted flyers remain in care for a range of head, brain, and spinal injuries at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital in Bangkok.   Total of Over 30 Still Hospitalized with Injuries From Flight According to doctors at the hospital, 22 patients are still in inpatient care for …

Frontier CEO: Stop Wheelchair Service Abuse

  CNBC reports Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle has one request for flyers: Only use the wheelchair service if you actually need it.   Biffle Claims “Massive, Rampant Abuse of Special Services” Although the Air Carrier Access Act requires airlines to provide equal services to travelers who have mobility issues, …

United Rolls Out Wrexham AFC Amenity Kits

  Starting June 1, 2024, the airline will roll out limited-edition Wrexham AFC themed amenity kits in both premium cabins.   Polaris Amenity Kit Includes Themed Pajamas for Longest Flights Since 2023, United has been the front-of-kit sponsor for the Welsh soccer club, with their logo displayed on the front …

Severe Turbulence Aboard Singapore Airlines Flight Kills One, Injures 71

  The latest updates from the airline confirm the fatality, as well as 71 additional injuries to passengers and flight crew as a result.   Extreme Turbulence Results in Medical Emergency, Diversion to Bangkok According to the airline’s updates, the incident happened aboard Singapore Airlines Flight 321, departing from London …

Hilton Goes Glamping With AutoCamp Partnership

  The hotelier announced their partnership with outdoor hospitality company AutoCamp, offering the blend of a boutique hotel with the spirit of luxury camping in some of America’s most iconic places.   Camping Partnership Includes Earning Points, Using Points, and On-Property Benefits Under the new partnership, AutoCamp’s first location on …

Majority of Travelers Say Points & Miles Essential To “Taking the Caliber of Trips They Do”

  The discovery was one of several found by the Barclays U.S. Consumer Bank’s 2024 Travel Rewards and Loyalty Report, released on May 20, 2024.   Travelers Expect More Personal Travel, See Points as the Key to Get There It should come as no surprise that most U.S. travelers are …

Airlines Increase Seats Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

  New data from airline data company Cirium shows airlines are increasing their seats by nearly 6% compared to 2023, and over 12% compared to pre-pandemic figures.   American, Frontier, and Other Low-Cost Carriers Lead Seat Gains Low-cost carriers are bracing for the most passengers by adding the most available …

Airlines Sue Transportation Department Over Fee Disclosure Rules

  Reuters reports A4A is joining with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, and United Airlines to challenge the rulemaking announced in April.   Airlines Call New Rules “An Abuse of Discretion and Otherwise Contrary to Law” The rule comes from a new set of regulations …

Airlines Gain over 2,200 Workers in March 2024

  The latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics say airlines added over 2,200 more jobs in March 2024, bringing the total employed by airlines to over 800,000 people.   Delta, United Add Most Employees in March 2024 Passenger airlines hold the most employees in the industry, with …