The union representing US Airways and former America West flight attendants have voted to authorize a strike if a deal is not struck. Continue reading »
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Delta axes Comair regional subsidiary; deals Cincinnati workers big blow
Delta will shutdown Comair operations September 29. Continue reading »
Ryanair makes huge cuts in Spain to protest high taxes
Low-cost carrier Ryanair has decided to slash its operations at Madrid and Barcelona in protest of higher taxes at the airports. Continue reading »
PeoplExpress delays first flight until 2013
PeoplExpress will not be taking to the skies in 2012. Continue reading »
United, Boeing finally announce massive plane order
After months of speculation, United Airlines and Boeing have announced a mammoth order for 150 Boeing 737 aircraft. Continue reading »
Boeing announces Lion Air commitment for Boeing 787
Lion Air will utilize the 787s for its new premium carrier. Continue reading »
United to shrink Houston hub; layoff 1,300 more employees in spat with city
United plans more big cuts to Houston for supporting Southwest Airlines’ international expansion. Continue reading »
Shreveport sees further flight expansion
Several airlines have announced expansions in operations at the Shreveport Regional Airport in recent weeks. Continue reading »
Southwest to lease AirTran 717s to Delta
After weeks of rumors, Southwest Airlines has confirmed that it intends to sublease its Boeing 717 aircraft to Delta Air Lines. Continue reading »
Sun Country adding flights to Tampa and Mexico
The airline will make its return to Tampa and launch new service to the Southern Pacific Coast of Mexico. Continue reading »
Another attempt for a focus city in Myrtle Beach
Vision Airlines announced a focus city in Myrtle Beach to eight destinations. Continue reading »
Ultra-low cost carrier? Spirit hikes carry-on fees up to $200 roundtrip; sets record for fees
Spirit Airlines has spiked its carry-on up to $200 roundtrip for some travelers who elect to store their baggage in an overhead bin. Continue reading »
WestJet decides on regional carrier fleet type
Canadian-carrier WestJet announced it has selected Bombarider’s popular Q400 NextGen aircraft for its new regional affiliate. Continue reading »
American unions would support merger with US Airways
All three unions representing American Airlines (The Allied Pilots Association, the Transport Workers Union and Association of Professional Flight Attendants) have agreed to back a deal for a merger with US Airways should the two companies come to an agreement. ALSO ONLINE: Should Texas senator get involved in American bankruptcy? RELATED: Delta considering bid for … Continue reading »
Allegiant adds Wilkes-Barre/Scranton flights
Allegiant will launch flights to Orlando-Sanford International Airport beginning June 21. Continue reading »
Should Texas senator get involved in American bankruptcy?
United States Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison has released a statement regarding other airline’s attempt to acquire American Airlines. Continue reading »
Frontier to return flights to Houston’s Intercontinental
The airline will leave Hobby Airport to return to Houston’s main airport. Continue reading »
Four injured in Virgin Atlantic emergency landing
The Orlando-bound flight was carrying 299 passengers and 13 crew. Continue reading »
Raleigh/Durham finally scores San Fransisco route
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has finally secured a flight to the west coast. Continue reading »
Allegiant to open base in Punta Gorda, Fla.
Allegiant Air announced Tuesday that it will open a base at Charlotte County Airport in Southwest Florida. Continue reading »
Allegiant finally announces first Hawaii routes
After years of anticipation, leisure carrier Allegiant Air has announced it will begin flight to Hawaii in June. Continue reading »
Bahamasair to replace Vision on Freeport routes
Vision Airlines continues to shed what remaining routes remains it operates. Continue reading »
Parody Video: How some feel about the American Airlines bankruptcy…to the YMCA
How do you show your displeasure for corporate executives cutting wages and other benefits? By making a video to the Village People’s “YMCA”, and uploading it to YouTube of course! Continue reading »
Hail damages over 100 planes as storms pummel DFW; hundreds of flights cancelled
American Airlines was forced to cancel about 800 flights on Tuesday, and over 400 more on Wednesday. Continue reading »
Spirit to add three more routes out of Dallas
Spirit will grow to14 destinations from DFW in June. Continue reading »
