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Take a look inside the Boeing factory where it builds its most iconic jets (BA)
Boeing's Everett, Washington facility is one of the largest buildings in the world.It's where Boeing builds the 747, 767, 777, and 787 Dreamliner.Business Insider took a tour of the 777 and 787...
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Major airlines are taking on the biggest threat to their business — and it's...
Low-cost carriers accounted for 28% of all passengers traffic in 2016. It's a percentage that's still growing. The rise of low-cost carriers has disrupted an industry traditionally dominated by major...
View ArticleWhy planes are de-iced
An airplane's wing is designed to create lift, but ice and snow can change the wing's shape. If you ever been delayed for de-icing, you'll be happy to know that it makes takeoff possible in wintry...
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Airline experts say sexual misconduct on flights is under-reported
Airline experts and employees say that incidents of sexual misconduct on flights are under-reported.Victims may sometimes feel uncomfortable reporting incidents or fear they will be doubted or shamed...
View ArticleThis one room in Atlanta acts as a mission control for all of Delta's planes
One of the heaviest travel weeks of the year began with the cancellation of more than 1,000 flights on Sunday at the world’s busiest airport in Atlanta, where a power outage that lasted nearly 11 hours...
View ArticleAirline seats have shrunk as much as 4 inches over the years
If you've taken a flight in coach anytime in the last 20 years, you may have noticed the seat in front of you creeping closer and closer to your knees. No, you're not growing. Yes, the airlines have...
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These credit cards come with trip delay insurance so you’ll never have to worry
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network.During delays like this weekend's mess in Atlanta, which...
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RANKED: The 10 best economy-class airlines in the world
Every year, Skytrax names the airlines with the best overall economy-class experience.Airlines from Asia dominate the list, taking 15 of the top 20 spots.Skytrax also named the airlines with the best...
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Flying in airplanes exposes people to more radiation than standing next to a...
Traveling the skies by jet lifts us far from the hustle and bustle of the world below.But many flyers don't know that soaring miles above Earth also takes us out of a vital protective cocoon — and a...
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RANKED: The 10 best European Airlines
Consumer aviation website Skytrax releases an annual ranking of the best airlines in the world.For 2017, five European carriers made it into the top 20.Every year, consumer aviation website Skytrax...
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The secret airline run by the US government is hiring — and to get the job,...
Janet Airlines, the secret airline run by the US government, is hiring flight attendants.The airline mostly shuttles workers from the Las Vegas airport to locations like Area 51.The flight attendants...
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The most punctual airline in the world is one you’ve probably never heard of
airBaltic has been named the most punctual airline in the world.The research was carried out by OAG.Three budget airlines ranked in the top 10, proving you don't have to splash out for quality...
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United Continental jumps after reporting high traffic in December (UAL)
Shares of United Continental rose 6.57% on Wednesday after news that its traffic increased in December.The airline reported that its traffic increased 2.7% last month, and its consolidated capacity...
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Airlines are getting rid of reclining seats — and that might be a good thing
Recently, more and more airlines have been departing from reclining seats.British Airways wants its passengers to enjoy a "comfortable journey" so they’re rolling out seats that don’t slide back.The...
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British Airways is making a big change to its economy class that passengers...
Over the past few years, British Airways flyers have seen a number of service cuts, ranging from ultra-cramped cabins to fees for tea.In news sure to please passengers, the airline recently announced a...
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US airlines are saving billions of dollars from Trump's tax reform and...
Southwest, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines reported billions of dollars in tax savings during the fourth quarter of 2017.The airlines attribute these savings to recent tax reform legislation.Southwest,...
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It doesn't matter what class you're in — there's only one thing that makes a...
People fret over what class they're in on planes, but the only thing that truly matters are the people staffing the flight.A bad flight crew can making flying a nightmare, while a good one can make it...
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I splurged on a premium-class ticket on one of Europe's big low-cost airlines...
On a recent trip to Paris, my fiancée and I flew Norwegian Air's premium class.Premium class offers more amenities and is more expensive than economy, but it's not as nice or pricey as business...
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The 10 longest flights in the world, ranked
Ultra-long-haul flying is back with a vengeance thanks to new planes and cheap oil.Qatar Airways, Qantas, and United have all recently launched new ultra-long-haul flights.After the financial crisis...
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Boeing pops after beating earnings and raising guidance (BA)
Boeing is up more than 5% Wednesday morning after a stellar earnings report.The planemaker increased both its quarterly earnings per share and revenue, and said it will deliver more aircraft in 2018...
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