Airline Industry News

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12 International Airlines Flying to the U.S. That You May Not Know

Peter Thornton - January 7, 2022
Looking for a good deal on an international flight? You may want to look beyond…
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6 Things to Know About Flying French Bee Airline

Tracy Stewart - January 7, 2022
While so many low-cost international carriers have struggled to stay afloat in recent years, Paris…
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Is 5G Safe for Flights? Airlines Express Concerns

Peter Thornton - January 6, 2022
Looking forward to faster speeds on your phone? It may end up causing your next…
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New Low-Cost Airline PLAY Opens Booking With Fares to Europe From $109

Caroline Morse Teel - December 16, 2021
There’s a new low-cost option for flights to Europe from the United States. Budget carrier…
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The 15 Most Exciting New Airline Routes for 2022

Peter Thornton - December 15, 2021
Airline route maps have seen some drastic changes since the beginning of the pandemic. While…
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Airlines Requiring COVID-19 Vaccines for Employees

Peter Thornton - October 21, 2021
Vaccine mandates are ramping up around the world now that there is evidence that we…
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Long Hold Times? Chat With These Airlines via Text

Peter Thornton - October 4, 2021
Why Are Airline Hold Times So Long? There are a few different compounding reasons why…
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Would You Fly to Asia via Alaska? New Airline is Betting on It

Peter Thornton - September 17, 2021
Once nicknamed the ‘Crossroads of the World’, Anchorage Airport used to be a popular refueling…
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Could Lie Flat Seats in Economy Be a Reality Soon?

Peter Thornton - August 17, 2021
Back in the early aughts of air travel, you could expect a nice, well-cushioned seat…
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Would You Fly on an Electric Plane? United Is Betting on It

Peter Thornton - August 16, 2021
While electric cars are becoming more common these days, the idea of flying through the…