Air Travel: Trending Stories from USA Today
Ask the Captain: In praise of the Boeing 707
From a pilot’s standpoint, how revolutionary was the advent of the Boeing 707 vs. the 787?
6 reasons to collect United MileagePlus miles
United’s frequent flier program is one of the most generous among U.S. airlines.
Name that airport …
Here is this week’s “name that airport” photo.
Now through May 13: Apply for TSA PreCheck at Chicago O’Hare
Airline passengers will be able to apply for membership in the Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck program at Chicago’s O’Hare airport through May 13.
Senate declines to delve into airline legroom
Proposal would have kept airlines from further reducing the size of their seats.
Watch: Qantas Boeing 737 ‘races’ a Tesla in Australia
The gimmick was cooked up to promote a new partnership between the companies.
Watch a Qantas 737 take on a Tesla in Australia
A Qantas Boeing 737 aircraft and a Tesla electric car race on the nearly 2 mile runway at Avalon Airport. The Tesla was hard to catch off the start. Both travelled neck and neck as the 737 reached take-off speed of 161 mph and the Tesla hit 155 mph.
Fliers beware: Airline rule change could cost hundreds extra
Booking multi-city itineraries just got more expensive at the ‘big three’ airlines.
Air bags: Coming soon to first-class seats?
German airline seat manufacturer Recaro has recently filed a patent for this design.
Name that airport … (Pullman, Wash.)
UPDATE: The photo in this week’s “name that airport” post is of the Pullman–Moscow Regional Airport in eastern Washington state.
United, Delta drop New York-area slots deal
United Airlines dropped its plan to buy 24 permits from Delta Air Lines to take off and land at Newark airport, the Justice Department announced Wednesday.
Why split airline tickets are a recipe for trouble
Flight changes had a domino effect on David Dixon’s vacation schedule, resulting in extra costs.
United Airlines perks up at ‘Coffee University’
Move comes as United readies for long-anticipated switch to upscale coffee brand.
Happy 90th birthday, United Airlines
Airline that would eventually become United first flew airmail flight on April 6, 1926.
United Airlines perks up
CEO says Malaysia Airlines has first monthly profit in years
CEO Christoph Mueller thinks the carrier is on track to return to the black by 2018.
Richard Branson’s aviation hits and misses
A look at some of Branson’s better-known aviation endeavors.
What each U.S. airline charges for a bigger seat
Sometimes, a few extra bucks can be worth it.
Themed jet faceoff: ‘Star Wars’ vs. Hello Kitty
EVA’s Hello Kitty planes and ANA’s ‘Star Wars’ jets have scores of devotees.
JetSuiteX to try ‘private jet experience’ on scheduled flights
First route will launch April 19, with flights between Burbank and the Bay Area.
JetSuiteX to try ‘private jet experience’ on scheduled routes
First route will launch April 19, with flights between Burbank and the Bay Area.
Branson: ‘Nothing I could do to stop’ Virgin America merger
British entrepreneur Richard Branson acknowledged Monday’s news of the planned acquisition of Virgin America, the U.S. airline he helped found in 2007.
Best frequent-flier promotions for April
It’s time to crank up the mileage offers just in time for summer vacation travel plans.
Flight attendants: No headscarves for us
Their union is opposing an order to wear headscarves when they disembark in Tehran. The airline resumes flights to Iran’s capital this month after an eight-year hiatus.
Flight attendants: No way we’re wearing headscarves
Their union is opposing an order to wear headscarves when they disembark in Tehran. The airline resumes flights to Iran’s capital this month after an eight-year hiatus.
Alaska Air confirms plans to acquire Virgin America
The long-term future of the Virgin America brand was not immediately clear.
Troubling signs for aviation safety
The planes might be properly maintained, and the pilots well trained, but air travel is hardly risk-free.
Airline complaints rise despite better performance
U.S. airline performance improved in three of four key categories in 2015.
Ask the Captain: Why was my plane towed to the gate?
Is this a fuel-saving measure and, if so, why isn’t it used all the time?
Airline complaints rise even as performance improves
U.S. airline performance improved in three of four key categories in 2015, but the flying public still filed complaints at a rate not seen in at least 15 years.
Delta suspends Brussels-Atlanta route; will still fly from New York
Delta Air Lines is suspending one of its two routes to Brussels amid the fallout from the March terrorist attack there.
Reports: Alaska Air close to deal to buy Virgin America
Deal could be announced Monday, but sources warn it may still fall apart.
U.S. airlines upset they must bid again for better Tokyo flights
Three U.S. airlines are upset they have to compete again to serve the same airport.
Name that airport …
Here is this week’s “name that airport” photo.
American will drop 24-hour free hold on trip reservations
Instead, most fliers will be able to get refunds if they cancel within 24 hours of booking.
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