5 tips from travel experts before booking that expensive summer vacation

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Feb 19

Southwest Airlines brings back its free flight offer: The airline offers something that United, Delta, and American Airlines don’t match which passengers will ...

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Apr 05

Dynamic pricing is coming for everything in travel: JetBlue added peak pricing to checked luggage, so comparing flight prices with fees just got more difficult.

bostonherald.com/2024/04/05/dynamic-pricing-is-coming-for-everything-in-travel/

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Mar 02

American Airlines, others make big changes worrying passengers: New developments cause a shakeup.

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Feb 07

If it's Boeing, are you going? Why travelers are wary of the Max line, but airlines aren't

usatoday.com/story/travel/airline-news/2024/02/07/boeing-737-max-passenger-sentiment/72340971007/

Quick Glance: Boeing Aircraft: Bolts Missing According to Investigation Report

A report from the US agency reveals the absence of bolts on a Boeing aircraft.

The Boeing 737 Max 9 was operated for several months without bolts.

Following the incident, the FAA grounds the planes, leading to criticism of Boeing.

Boeing CEO pledges enhanced quality control after unacceptable deficiencies.

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Feb 26

American Airlines ups luggage fee to $40 per bag checked at an airport: American Airlines is updating its checked luggage fees.

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Feb 26

IndiGo passenger spots cockroaches on flight. Here’s what the company said: An IndiGo passenger share a video of cockroaches crawling in the food area of the ...

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Summer fliers brace for chaos from United, Boeing issues: As Boeing delivery delays cancel flights, United asked its pilots to take unpaid leave this summer and ...

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Apr 03

Boeing's mess will probably interfere with your summer travel — these airlines are most impacted

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Mar 09

Pay less to fly: New strategies for finding cheap airfares now: Airlines are using artificial intelligence to predict how much you're willing to pay for a ticket ...

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Apr 15

Pet Policies for Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Other Domestic Carriers

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Feb 20

Me first! How passengers are cheating their way onto the plane faster: From fudging boarding groups to faking injuries, travelers are resorting to new strategies ...

seattletimes.com/life/travel/how-passengers-are-cheating-their-way-onto-the-plane-faster/

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Jan 26

Cutting Airline Emissions May Mean Uncomfortable Reality for Passengers: Densely packed aircraft, little legroom and no free drinks. It’s starting to look like ...

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Mar 30

Southwest is indefinitely postponing a flight many look forward to: Flight data shows that the last time this route will run is scheduled for April 20.

miamiherald.com/news/business/article287208470.html

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Jan 30

Boeing withdraws safety exemption requests for its new 737 Max aircrafts: Boeing says it is withdrawing a request for a safety exemption needed to certify a new ...

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Quick Glance: Boeing's Strategic Dilemma: Safety vs. Profits

The company is facing pressure to demonstrate its commitment to safety to regulators, customers, and investors concerned about its financial performance.

During the upcoming earnings report release, Dave Calhoun, Boeing's Chief Executive, is expected to address safety directly.

Company executives are grappling with the decision to prioritize either safety or financial performance following a recent incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet.

As Boeing prepares to report its fourth-quarter earnings, the issue of balancing safety and financial performance becomes increasingly critical amidst a significant safety crisis.

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Jan 26

Southwest Airlines says its not delivering on financial goals: A year after its chaotic winter meltdown, Southwest Airlines still isn't quite on track with ...

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Feb 23

JetBlue Follows American Airlines in Raising Checked Bag Fees: JetBlue says the higher baggage fee will help offset the increased costs of transporting bags.

kiplinger.com/personal-finance/travel/jetblue-raises-checked-bag-fees

Quick Glance: JetBlue Raises Bag Fees Following American Airlines

JetBlue quietly raised bag fees just one day after American Airlines.

Reported by The Points Guy, JetBlue updated its website with the new fee structure.

The price hikes are attributed to inflation and increased costs to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite rising bag fees, travelers may save around 2% on domestic flights in March and April.

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Apr 01

'Libs of TikTok' founder slams Southwest Airlines for letting 'massive obese guy' take up half her seat

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Mar 01

Air travel may be about to get better. Here's what it means for your next flight.

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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Mar 26

Southwest Airlines offers free airfare (if you act fast)

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Apr 06

These plane crash survivors and victims’ loved ones are becoming scared to fly again after years of travel. They’re not alone

cnn.com/travel/plane-crash-survivors-fear-of-flying/

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Mar 09

How an airplane toilet works at 40,000 feet: The extraordinary science behind everyday flying

cnn.com/2024/03/09/travel/how-planes-work-onboard/

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Jan 24

Southwest Airlines flight attendants’ union OKs strike: A union representing Southwest Airlines flight attendants voted to authorize a strike on Tuesday ...

thehill.com/business/4425672-southwest-airlines-flight-attendants-union-oks-strike/

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Feb 27

Mum and daughter booted off flight for 'yelling at passengers to give up seats': Two women, who boarded a flight at the last minute, were eventually booted off ...

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Apr 08

Probe begins in another Boeing mishap after engine cover falls off. Passenger records 'scary' moment: Watch

wionews.com/world/probe-begins-in-another-boeing-mishap-after-engine-cover-falls-off-passenger-records-scary-moment-watch-708794

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Feb 29

American Airlines Changes How Miles Are Accrued. What You Need to Know.: American Airlines recently announced new restrictions on point allocation based on how ...

nytimes.com/2024/02/28/travel/american-airlines-loyalty-program-changes.html

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Mar 26

Huge Southwest Airlines offer ends today: The low-cost airline is offering its best loyalty perk to passengers who take a single roundtrip flight.

thestreet.com/travel/southwest-airlines-offers-free-airfare-if-you-act-fast

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Apr 09

Clouds covered Texas' solar eclipse. How was it from a plane?: The plane banked from side to side looking for a view, but passengers had to sink onto the floor ...

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dallasnews.com/business/airlines/2024/02/20/american-airlines-ups-luggage-fee-to-40-per-bag-checked-at-an-airport/

Feb 21

American Airlines ups luggage fee to $40 per bag checked at an airport: American Airlines is updating its checked luggage fees.

Quick Glance: American Airlines Increases Bag Check Fees

Checked bag fee increases from $30 to $40 at the airport.

Online checked bag fee rises to $35.

Second checked bag fee raised from $40 to $45.

First fee increase since 2018.

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Feb 16

Fistfight breaks out onboard Southwest flight, passengers face up to $37,000 in fines

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Apr 05

FAA is investigating a Southwest Airlines flight that flew close to the tower at LaGuardia Airport

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Great Deal: Southwest Companion Pass Promotional Offer: Southwest Rapid Rewards is offering a promo that makes it easy to earn a limited time Companion Pass ...

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dallasnews.com/business/airlines/2024/03/22/drunk-american-airlines-passenger-kicked-off-for-saying-he-would-take-this-plane-down/

Mar 23

Traveler on American Airlines kicked off for threatening to 'take this plane down'

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Mar 18

‘Humiliating’: Woman kicked off flight: A woman has claimed she and a friend were ordered off an Air New Zealand flight due to their size.

news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/passengers-claim-they-were-removed-from-a-plane-due-to-their-size/news-story/6f95d78281c86dd18dbd38749b68a295

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Apr 06

Why the Boeing 737 Max has been so problematic: CNBC explores how Boeing's 737 Max crisis unfolded and what the future holds for Boeing's best-selling jet.

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The Wall Street Journal

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Feb 26

$1,000 Plane Tickets, 30 Hours of Travel: All to See Four Minutes of the Total Solar Eclipse From the Window Seat

Quick Glance: Best Place to View April 2024 Solar Eclipse

An April solar eclipse will bring a fantastic sky spectacle over the homes of millions of Americans, but time is running out to make plans.

The eclipse will cross 13 states from Texas to Maine, with experts favoring the southern path for optimal viewing.

Travel agencies are busy booking eclipse-focused events as the big day approaches.

Experts emphasize that the viewing location is a personal preference, whether in a city, small town, or rural area.

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Apr 05

Las Vegas-bound Southwest flight grounded due to engine fire : All passengers were deplaned safely, according to officials.

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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Mar 31

Southwest red-eye flights to tropical island from Dallas a dream soon to be reality

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Feb 26

‘Exit envy’: Why passengers want to get off the plane first: There are two main reasons for the mad stampede off the plane — and both are terrible ...

seattletimes.com/life/travel/exit-envy-why-passengers-want-to-get-off-the-plane-first/

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How To Earn & Use The Southwest Companion Pass: Here's everything you need to know about earning and redeeming the Southwest Companion Pass ...

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Feb 21

A major airline is raising its prices and closing a beloved loophole: A popular airline wants its customers to shell out more cash when booking travel.

thestreet.com/travel/a-major-airline-is-raising-its-prices-and-closing-a-beloved-loophole

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Apr 07

An engine cover on a Southwest Airlines plane rips off, forcing the flight to return to Denver

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Apr 08

Southwest Airlines makes a major onboard safety change: The airline has followed United and Alaska Airlines in making the key move.

thestreet.com/travel/southwest-airlines-makes-a-major-onboard-safety-change

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dallasnews.com/business/airlines/2024/02/28/spring-break-is-starting-in-dallas-fort-worth-and-travelers-are-ready-to-get-out-of-town/

Feb 28

Spring break is in full bloom for Dallas-Fort Worth. Where to?: Spring break will soon start in Dallas-Fort Worth. Where are travelers heading?

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Mar 27

Traveling for the solar eclipse in April? Prepare to pay astronomical prices.: If you haven’t already booked your travel to see the solar eclipse on April 8 ...

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Feb 07

Passengers mock airline’s new seats: A US budget airline’s TikTok unveiling its new economy seats has gone viral – but not necessarily for the right reasons.

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Feb 14

Southwest Airlines has big money saver all passengers should know: One option to pay less for airfare is always available.

miamiherald.com/news/business/article285470912.html

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Mar 02

The FAA has identified more safety issues on Boeing’s 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner: The Federal Aviation Administration has flagged more safety issues for two ...

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A simple hack to make your credit card points go further: Credit card points are worth more when you transfer them to airline and hotel partners.

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Feb 19

Southwest plane passenger sparks debate for sitting right behind passenger on near-empty flight

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Mar 12

Southwest Stock Plummets Over 14% In Worst Day In 4 Years Amid Boeing Delivery Cuts

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Apr 01

Flight attendant complains about passengers switching seats on plane: Commenters back up the airline worker: ‘It’s wild to not sit in your seat when you board’

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Mar 01

The complete guide to airline, hotel and rental car elite status matches in 2024: Elite status matches let you take your status benefits with you to a new ...

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Feb 16

Delta flight forced back to Amsterdam after maggots fall onto passenger: Wary airline passengers already on guard for unruly passengers and even real-life snakes ...

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Apr 02

Southwest red-eye flights still in pipeline, don't bank on overnight travel this year

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Apr 10

Delta Air Lines posts record revenues because Boeing's delays aren't hurting business travel

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Mar 11

Costco has an incredible offer for Southwest Airlines customers

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Southwest Airlines Slows Growth Plans Again With Costs Rising: Southwest Airlines Co. again trimmed growth plans for this quarter in response to rising costs and ...

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Feb 17

Southwest Airlines has bad news for passengers: The airline has bounced back from its 2022 winter meltdown but it still faces significant challenges that ...

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Mar 01

FAA raises new concerns on Boeing MAX and 787 jets: The FAA flagged a new concern affecting the engine anti-ice system on the 737 MAX. A separate vulnerability ...

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Jan 27

What you should know if you're about to fly on a Boeing Max 9: Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners are carrying passengers in the United States again for the first time ...

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Mar 26

The DOJ is investigating how airlines store and use your data: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said that airlines need to be "good stewards of sensitive ...

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Man opens plane's emergency exit, walks on wing after 4-hour tarmac delay: Dozens of passengers have signed a statement, handwritten on notebook paper ...

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Man’s odd choice of where to sit on empty plane goes viral: A confused passenger who singled out another traveller for his odd choice of where to sit on a nearly ...

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Apr 10

Best travel deal: Southwest Airlines Wanna Get Away sale has flights for as low as $39 one way

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Feb 16

From ‘Sky Girls’ to labor heroes: New doc celebrates flight attendants: A PBS documentary shows how women in the sky fought for equal rights.

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US airlines expect April solar eclipse to be the biggest travel event in history

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Mar 01

American Airlines makes new restrictions impacting travelers: One is described as "frustrating."

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AeroTime Hub Feb 02

Man jailed for pushing Southwest Airlines cabin crew member during altercation: A Southwest Airlines passenger has been jailed for pushing a cabin crew member ...

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AeroTime Hub Feb 02

Southwest Airlines to carry overdose reversal medication in onboard medical kits

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Feb 04

3 essential travel tips from 3 well-traveled pro caddies: Caddies — like their pro golfer bosses — are road warriors. Here are three tips they suggest to make ...

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dallasnews.com/business/airlines/2024/01/31/investigators-detail-how-an-american-airlines-jet-in-front-of-a-delta-plane-at-jfk/

Feb 01

Investigators detail how an American Airlines jet in front of a Delta plane at JFK