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10 ways airlines are making first class better and better for the 1%
Customers have come to expect an increased level of comfort when it comes to business and first class. That's why airlines have introduced innovations to further elevate a luxurious flight...
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Here's why flying might cost more if airlines lower their fees
Earlier this month, Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut and Senator Ed Markey of Massachusetts introduced the cleverly named "Forbidding Airlines from Imposing Ridiculous (FAIR) Fees Act." This...
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Airbus planes are about to get even more crowded
LONDON (Reuters) - European planemaker Airbus unveiled a new cabin brand on Wednesday designed to help cost-conscious airlines carry more passengers on long-haul flights while avoiding additional...
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Alaska Airlines just massively overpaid for Virgin America, and it's a...
Seattle-based Alaska Airlines announced Monday that it would acquire Virgin America for $2.6 billion after a short bidding war with JetBlue.The value of the deal, including Virgin's debt and...
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These are the 7 biggest US airlines
With a combined market cap of nearly $130 billion, the seven largest domestic airlines carry a vast majority of air passengers in the U.S. They service hundreds of destinations all over the globe,...
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US airlines are trying to close a loophole in ticket pricing, and it could...
The three largest U.S. airlines have changed the way they price multi-city trips, forcing those who book such itineraries to pay hundreds of extra dollars in airfare.Most fliers buy simple round-trip...
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The Senate rejected an amendment to keep your airplane seat from shrinking
The Senate refused Thursday to come to the aid of airline passengers squeezed by the ever-shrinking size of their seats.An amendment by Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., would have blocked airlines from...
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This might be the best thing that's ever happened to JetBlue (jblu, ALK, VA)
Alaska Airlines and Virgin America made waves by this week by announcing a merger that would create the fifth-largest airline in the US.Seattle-based Alaska Airlines announced Monday that it would...
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Environmental groups are suing over pollution from US airlines
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Three environmental groups filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday to press for faster action in setting limits on greenhouse gas emissions from...
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The 5 favorite airlines of wealthy people around the world
When the wealthy are looking to fly, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airlines are their preferred carriers, according to a new report from New World Wealth, a ratings, surveys, and statistics provider...
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Delta just made a major change that will make customers very happy (dal)
Delta Air Lines announced on Thursday that it has abolished extra fees for travelers who buy their tickets on the phone or in person at the airport.The Atlanta-based airline charged customers a $25 fee...
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Canada's Boeing challenger may be about to make a blockbuster deal (DAL, bbdb)
Shares of Canadian airplane maker Bombardier are surging after reports surfaced indicating Delta Air Lines is close to placing a major order for the company's C-Series airliner. Bombardier stock is up...
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Here's what it's like to fly on Alaska Airlines, which is buying Virgin America
When Alaska Airlines announced in April that it would acquire rival Virgin America for $2.6 billion, I was devastated.I love everything about flying on Richard Branson's airline, from the purple mood...
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A JetBlue pilot has been accused of flying drunk
A commercial pilot was under the influence of alcohol while flying a JetBlue airliner carrying 151 passengers last year from Orlando to New York City, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.A criminal...
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Canada's Boeing challenger just made a blockbuster deal with Delta (DAL, bbdb)
Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier just won a blockbuster deal: 75 firm orders for its C-series jet by Delta Airlines.This is the first deal between Bombardier and a leading North American...
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RANKED: Here are the 10 best airports in Europe
With demand for air travel in Europe growing at an impressive rate, the need for world-class airports is at an all-time high. Leading aviation reviewer Skytrax recently released the results of its...
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Delta has a 'historic' new plan to ensure your luggage never gets lost
Delta really doesn't want to lose people's bags anymore.By the end of this year, the company plans to become the first airline to use RFID tags to enhance tracking of all luggage that passes through...
View ArticleIf you have at least $106K, you can take this Four Seasons jet around the world
The Four Seasons is now offering world tours including a private jet experience. You'll need six figures to reserve a seat though.Produced by Eames YatesFollow BI Video: On TwitterJoin the conversation...
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A thorn in the side of US airlines just reported its highest-ever profits
Emirates reported $1.93 billion in net profits from airline operations on Tuesday — the highest in company history.That's a colossal 56% increase in profits over the previous year for the Dubai-based...
View Article22 carry-ons that’ll fit in the overhead compartment of any aircraft
Between paying extra fees for overweight baggage and the silm (but anxiety-inducing) chance that yours is missing from baggage claim, checking your suitcase at the airport can be a hassle. Sometimes,...
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