Global Air Travel Demand Strengthens in JulyBy Michael B. BakerLow fares helped propel global air travel demand growth in July, although demand growth on domestic routes stalled, according to the International Air... KEEP READING
Siemens & Volkswagen Tap In to Lufthansa Group's Direct ConnectBy Michael B. BakerThe Lufthansa Group is using direct-connect bookings with both Siemens and Volkswagen, bypassing global distribution systems, the airline group... KEEP READING
UN's ICAO Is Weighing a Period of Voluntary Compliance for Its Airline Emissions Reduction PlanBy Michael B. BakerCarbon reduction and offsets for international flights would be voluntary, not mandatory, over the next decade under a proposal the United Nations'... KEEP READING
When Does Extra Airport Security Make Travel Less Secure?By On Call International chief security officer Jim HuttonLong security checkpoint lines are not only tedious; they also may be dangerous for business travelers. While authorities have strengthened security to... KEEP READING
Power Outage Costs Delta $100M in RevenueBy Michael B. BakerDelta Air Lines' systemwide operational shutdown in August cost the carrier an estimated $100 million in revenue, Delta reported. The incident, caused... KEEP READING
Lufthansa Becomes First European Airline in TSA PreCheckBy Michael B. BakerLufthansa German Airlines has begun participating in the U.S. Transportation Security Administration's PreCheck program. PreCheck enrollees flying on... KEEP READING
American Airlines Makes More Domestic Fares Eligible for Corporate DiscountsBy Michael B. BakerAmerican Airlines has expanded the number of domestic fare classes eligible for corporate discounts, effective immediately. The new structure applies to... KEEP READING
De Juniac Begins Job as IATA CEOBy Michael B. BakerFormer Air France-KLM CEO Alexandre de Juniac took office as director general and CEO of the International Air Transport Association on Wednesday.... KEEP READING
JetBlue Kicks Off U.S.-Cuba Air ServiceBy Michael B. BakerScheduled commercial air service between the United States and Cuba returned today as JetBlue launched its first flight between Fort Lauderdale and... KEEP READING
Analysts Say United & American Exec Announcements Signal Eventual Succession PlansBy Michael B. BakerRecent top management movement at American Airlines and United Airlines might reflect a shoring up of the line of succession at both carriers, according... KEEP READING
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