As the holiday season continues, U.S. airline operations have, for the most part, experienced minimal disruptions. Despite Southwest Airlines facing some challenges over the Christmas weekend, these issues were far from the scale of their notorious operational collapse in the previous year. According to FlightAware, from December 21 to Christmas Day, a total of 861
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The U.S. airline industry is slated for a period of transformation in the coming year. As low-cost airlines strive to regain their financial footing, major carriers aim to consolidate their gains at the expense of smaller rivals. While full-service, global airlines have recorded healthy profit margins, ultralow-cost carriers (ULCCs) have faced setbacks, signaling a reversal
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has initiated an inquiry into the loyalty programs offered by airlines, signaling a potential crackdown on unfair and deceptive practices that may disadvantage travelers. This move underscores the Biden administration’s commitment to aviation consumer protection, with the DOT already imposing a hefty fine on Southwest for operational failures during the
The holiday travel rush has reached its peak, and this year, travel enthusiasts are filled with optimism. As the mild weather embraces us with open arms, and flight cancellation rates remain at an all-time low, it seems that the roads and airports will be filled with merrier drivers and airline passengers than in previous years.
The ongoing dispute between the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) and American Airlines has reached a new level of intensity. ASTA has doubled down on its demand for the Department of Transportation (DOT) to investigate American Airlines’ distribution practices and take enforcement action. The core issue revolves around American Airlines’ decision to remove 40%
The Tulum Airport, located in the popular tourist destination of Tulum, Mexico, has recently started welcoming domestic flights, with international flights expected to begin in March. Concurrently, the first part of the Maya Train project, a significant infrastructure development, was launched. These developments are set to reshape transportation in the region and attract more tourists
The Senate has unanimously voted to extend the funding and authority of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through March. This bill, which mirrors the extension bill that was previously passed in the House, is now awaiting President Biden’s signature to become law. The original plan was for Congress to complete a five-year FAA reauthorization bill
Traveling to remote ski communities in the western United States has historically been a challenge due to the lengthy drives and difficult mountain passes. However, there is good news for ski enthusiasts and the towns and resorts that rely on their business. Airlines are planning to increase the number of flights to these destinations, making