NEWSJul 16, 2022DOT Grants Delta and United South Africa SlotsFor the past two months, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have been fighting a legal battle to operate new services from their hubs in the United States to Cape Town, South Africa. In this article, we explore the background and the arguments of each airline, as well as the new decision made by the Department of transportation to grand an equivalent amount of slots to each carrier.Read More →
NEWSJul 09, 2022Delta Offers Passengers $10,000 to Switch FlightsPassengers on a Delta flight from Grand Rapids to Minneapolis were shocked to find out they were being offered $10,000 to get off the flight and switch to a new one. While voluntary bumping from oversold flights is common, receiving massive payments such as $10,000 is not, and in this article I explain the backstory behind why Delta offered so much money. Read More →
NEWSJul 08, 2022President Biden Nominates Denver Airport CEO to Lead the FAAPresident Joe Biden nominated Phil Washington to lead the Federal Aviation Administration. In this article, the historical significance behind this nomination is explored, as well as the crises that await Washington, should the U.S Senate confirm him.Read More →
NEWSJul 04, 2022Wright Amendment Blues: Delta Wins Right to Stay at Dallas Love Field After Legal BattleThis article is written on the recent Dallas City Council ruling that Delta will be able to operate out of Dallas Love Field for the next six years. The article also provides insight into the history of why this ruling is significant. Read More →
NEWSJul 03, 2022Computer Glitch Leaves American Airlines Flights Without PilotsA glitch in American Airlines' pilot scheduling system has left flights without crews. The airline worked to minimize the problem but issues still linger.Read More →
NEWSJun 04, 2022UK Passengers Face Delays and Cancelations Amid Travel PressuresTravelers in the UK have faced chaos and delays amid a sudden increase in travel demand. Staff shortages and insufficient support have resulted in struggles to recover.Read More →
NEWSApr 22, 2022Maskless Flights Between United States and Britain Are Here Following the voiding of the United States mask mandate, combined with a similar ruling in the UK, it seems that maskless flights between the US and the UK are finally in sight.Read More →
NEWSApr 20, 2022American Airlines Resuming Practice Flights for Kids with Autism and AnxietyAmerican Airlines is resuming their popular "It's Okay to Fly American" program after a two year covid-induced hiatus. The autism-targeted program is open to all with special needs and is offered at several airports around the United States. Read More →
Apr 18, 2022How Delta Came to Dominate AtlantaHartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport boasts massive passenger volumes thanks to Delta Air Lines, which runs its largest hub out of the southern U.S. city. Despite Delta’s dominance, in recent history, the carrier faced a massive challenge from a rival, low-cost carrier.
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NEWSApr 17, 2022Jackson Hole Airport to Close Temporarily Beginning April 11Wyoming's busiest airport is closing to the public for over two months to accommodate a major runway reconstruction project (among other improvement efforts). There are minimal convenient alternatives to using the airport, so the gateway hopes to move quickly and reopen on June 28, 2022. Read More →
