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Delta says it will walk back some planned SkyMiles changes after customer backlash
Delta announced changes to its loyalty program two weeks ago in response to increased demand for its lounges and other perks.
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Engine fire erupts on Air China flight in Singapore, sending smoke into cabin and injuring 9
Nine passengers have been injured after an engine fire sent smoke into the cabin of an Air China jetliner landing in Singapore, prompting an evacuation of the aircraft.
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What to do if your flight gets canceled: ‘Use every tool in the toolbox,' says travel expert
AirHelp and The Points Guy explain to CNBC Make It the best steps to take if your flight is canceled or delayed.
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‘Systemwide technology issue' led to nationwide ground stop for United Airlines
A nationwide ground stop was issued for United Airlines flights Tuesday, just as the long Labor Day weekend travel was coming to an end.
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Your Delta flight credit might be worth cash—here's how to claim it
Delta Air Lines has agreed to pay out travel credits as cash refunds, as part of a class action settlement.
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Who is right? Mom bouncing her baby on an airplane sparks a heated debate
Aliza Carr, a midwife based in Sydney, recently shared on Instagram a clip of herself rocking her then-4-month-old daughter, Zadie, near an emergency exit row.
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Squeezing in one last summer trip over Labor Day weekend? Expect crowded airports and full flights
If you’re squeezing in one last summer trip over the Labor Day weekend, expect lots of company.
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European airline launching ‘only adult zone' on flights
Corendon Airlines, based in Turkey and the Netherlands, is offering premium seats in an “only adult zone” free of crying babies.
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The plane ticket upgrade option most U.S. airlines don't offer
Many global airlines offer upgrade auctions with passengers bidding on a better seat for their travel, but among US carriers, the idea is a non-starter.
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Lawyers suing JetBlue say the airline could raise fares on some routes after buying Spirit
Lawyers suing JetBlue say in court filings that the airline could raise fares on some routes by up to 40% if it succeeds in buying Spirit Airlines. They say that could happen on routes where JetBlue would eliminate low-fare Spirit as a competitor.
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Pilot dies after mid-flight medical emergency, officials say
The flight, from Miami to Chile, was diverted to Panama, where the Latam Airlines pilot died following medical treatment, the airline said.
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Powerful storm kills 2 people and leaves 1.1 million without power in eastern US
At least two people have died, thousands of U.S. flights have been canceled and more than 1 million have lost power as destructively strong storms moved through the eastern U.S.
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A controversial hack to save on plane tickets carries a ‘super big risk,' says travel expert
Consumers can save money on airfare by “skiplagging.” However, airlines generally prohibit the practice — and there may be repercussions if you’re caught.
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House passes bill that would raise retirement age for pilots to 67
The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday voted to pass legislation that would raise the mandatory commercial pilot retirement age to 67 from 65 and make other aviation reforms.
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Frontier flight forced to divert after two women get into altercation
A flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas was diverted on Tuesday after two passengers got into a profanity-laden screaming match.
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Southwest Airlines flight diverted after flight attendant received AirDrop photos suggesting bomb was on board
A Southwest Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Hawaii was diverted on Monday after a flight attendant received photos on their phone alluding that a bomb was on board, officials say.
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7 injured in turbulence on Hawaiian Airlines flight to Australia
At least seven people on a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Honolulu to Sydney were injured when the plane hit severe turbulence last week.
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After several turbulent days, flight disruptions ease despite worries about 5G signals
Airline passengers who have endured tens of thousands of weather-related flight delays this week got a welcome respite from the headaches Saturday, despite concerns about possible disruptions being caused by new wireless 5G systems rolling out near major airports.
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Passengers were stuck because United Airlines canceled their flights. The CEO took a private plane
The CEO of United Airlines is apologizing for jumping on a private plane this week while thousands of his airline’s customers were stranded because their flights got canceled. CEO Scott Kirby said Friday that taking a private jet was the wrong decision.
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Flight disruptions continue on peak July Fourth travel day, with United faring the worst
The TSA expects to screen 17.7 million people from June 29 through July 5, peaking on Friday at more than 2.8 million people.