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Inside Southwest’s Push to Court Younger Travelers as U.S. Weighs TikTok Ban

Skift speaks with Southwest’s vice president of marketing about the carrier’s latest advertising campaign that seeks to attract more Gen Z and Millennial travelers.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

Inside Southwest’s Push to Court Younger Travelers as U.S. Weighs TikTok Ban

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Biden Administration Cracks Down on Junk Fees in the Airline Industry

The new rules would require airlines to disclose the fees of certain service upfront and streamline the process for providing passengers with refunds.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 week ago

Biden Administration Cracks Down on Junk Fees in the Airline Industry

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JetBlue Posts a Loss as It Struggles With Elevated Capacity in Popular Markets

JetBlue reported a $716 million loss on Tuesday as it recalibrates its strategy as a standalone carrier following the termination of its merger with Spirit Airlines.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

JetBlue Posts a Loss as It Struggles With Elevated Capacity in Popular Markets

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Delta Hikes Starting Wages to $19 an Hour, Gives Employees 5% Raises

Delta said it would increase starting wages for frontline workers and give 5% raises to employees across the board as the carrier continues to make record profits.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Delta Hikes Starting Wages to $19 an Hour, Gives Employees 5% Raises

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Alaska Reports Strong Quarter Fueled by Business Travel Surge

Despite taking a hit from the Max 9 grounding, Alaska Airlines saw an uptick in travel demand, fueled by a full return of business travel.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Alaska Reports Strong Quarter Fueled by Business Travel Surge

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United Airlines Comes Out Strong Despite Delivery Delays, FAA Oversight

United reported a strong first quarter, even as it faces an FAA safety review, Boeing delivery delays and rising tensions in the Middle East.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

United Airlines Comes Out Strong Despite Delivery Delays, FAA Oversight

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Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report

Boeing faces increasing pressure from Washington to reform its safety and manufacturing protocols after allegations of problems with the structural integrity of the 787 and 777 became public.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report

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Alaska Airlines Resumes Flights After IT Issue

Alaska paused nationwide departures after discovering an issue when performing an upgrade to its system that calculates weight and balance. The ground stop expired at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Alaska Airlines Resumes Flights After IT Issue

Airlines

United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding

United is making some adjustments to its long-term fleet plans after the FAA placed production constraints on Boeing.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding

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DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the partnership would fast-track the process for resolving passenger complaints.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations