A shortage of jet fuel, coupled with supply chain issues and an urgent demand from firefighting aircraft, continues to cause problems at airports around the West. In Nevada, state and federal lawmakers said they are […]
EU makes a big push toward sustainable aviation fuel
The European Commission (EC) has proposed new taxes on aviation fuel and is also proposing a requirement that 5% of fuel used by EU-based airlines by 2030 be sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Those policy recommendations […]
Delta CEO says surge in business travel is coming
Delta CEO Ed Bastian is bullish about business travel recovery as corporate sales volume has begun rapid growth. “I think the surge is coming. Just like on the leisure side, we are getting ready for […]
United touts new interior as upgrade for passengers
NEWARK — United Airlines on Tuesday unveiled the new aircraft interior that it plans to feature on its entire mainline narrowbody fleet by early 2025. United Airlines has ordered 270 narrowbody aircraft for delivery by […]
Emirates and Sabre are at an impasse
The current GDS agreement between Emirates and Sabre is due to expire on July 1, and the parties have so far failed to reach a new deal. In a statement Thursday, the airline said it […]
What to Know About NYC Airports Before Your Next Trip
Planning a trip to New York City? Before you book your flights, you'll want to do a little research on the three major NYC area airports – LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark. The best airport for […]
FAA seeks $124,500 in fines from travelers who agency says assaulted flight attendants, refused masks
The Federal Aviation Administration is continuing to crack down on unruly flyers. On Tuesday, the agency announced proposed fines totaling $124,500 against eight air passengers – the latest round of penalties as it enforces a “zero-tolerance policy” for dangerous behavior […]
Airport lounges reopening for domestic flyers
Travelers returning to the skies this summer will find that a wide array of domestic lounges have reopened. However, many that cater primarily to international flyers remain shuttered. Among the Big Three U.S. carriers, Delta […]
IATA leader says Biden is 'kicking the can down the road'
IATA director general Willie Walsh lashed out U.S President Joe Biden and U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, calling their decision to set up a working group geared toward reopening international travel, “a transparently cowardly political […]
‘Current hold time is eight hours and 31 minutes’: Travelers face frustrating waits to reach airlines
Frequent flyer Jay Groh rarely calls airlines for help. The Atlanta sales executive books his travel online or on airline mobile apps with little trouble. Until the coronavirus pandemic. Like travelers around the globe, Groh had […]