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Trade group predicts crowded airports and planes this summer
Airports will be crowded this summer and empty airline seats rare as Americans take to the skies in numbers that are expected to edge closer to the pre-recession peak. Nearly 209 million people will fly on U.S.-based airlines this summer, up 1% from a...
Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Washington, DC, Transportation Industry, Transportation, Travel
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NN airport to offer non-stop Cancun flights
757-247-4536NEWPORT NEWS — Local spring breakers and vacationers will have a new option to get South of the Border starting next year. Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport announced Thursday that tour operator Apple Vacations will offer weekly non-...Tags: Newport News (Newport News, Virginia), Frontier Airlines Inc., Travel, Transportation, Marketing
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Airline baggage and reservation change fees hit record, but you can avoid them
As you shop for airfare for your summer vacation, don’t overlook the cost of fees for bags or changing a reservation that can add quite a bit to your travel bill. Airlines collected a record $6.1 billion last year in these fees, according to the...
Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Transportation, Travel, American Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines Co.
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Airline group sees busiest summer since 2008
ReutersThe main trade group representing U.S. airlines said Thursday it expects a 1 percent bump in total air travelers this summer, mostly driven by international passengers. Airlines for America forecast that close to 209 million people will fly on the...Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Delta Air Lines, Transportation, Air Transportation Delays, Unemployment
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Summer travel? Think beyond airfare
As travelers start thinking about winging off to summer vacations, many could learn a few things from expert fliers to ensure they get the best value for their money when booking flights. Price and flight schedules are clearly the primary factors for...Tags: Entertainment, Air Transportation Industry, Singapore Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Air Lines
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American will favor passengers without roller bags
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — In a quest to speed up the boarding process, American Airlines is letting passengers board sooner if they travel lightly. The airline said Thursday that people carrying just a personal item that fits under the seat —...Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Transportation Industry, Transportation, Travel, American Airlines, Inc.
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Nearly a third of fliers left devices turned on during flights
This post has been corrected. See the note below for details.A study released this week found 30% of U.S. airline passengers accidentally left their tech devices turned on during flights in 2012. The study was conducted by the Airline Passenger Experience Assn. and the Consumer Electronics Assn. as a way to aid...Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Mother's Day, Nokia Corp., Electronics, Science and Technology
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Julius Genachowski's FCC Swan Song: Get Faster Wi-Fi on Planes
ReutersMay 09 (TheWrap.com) - The airline seat could be about to lose its prized status as the last respite in America from 24/7 broadband Internet access. In Federal Communications Commission's Chairman Julius Genachowski's last meeting as FCC chairman, the...Tags: Barack Obama, Air Transportation Industry, Federal Communications Commission, Telecommunication Service, Transportation
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U.S. Army decision on new armed helicopter delayed again
Reuters* Flight demonstration said to fall short of requirements * Army decision closely watched by industry * Program would be third attempt to replace current aircraft By Andrea Shalal-Esa WASHINGTON, May 8 (Reuters) - U.S. Army officials on Wednesday said...Tags: Military Equipment, Vietnam, U.S. Army, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Aerospace Manufacturing
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Airline will bring jobs, much more to Hampton Roads
The competitive environment in the airline industry has changed significantly over the last few years, especially in Hampton Roads. Across the United States, communities are struggling to keep air service, low fares and their accessibility to the national...Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Hampton Roads, Newport News (Newport News, Virginia), Travel, Transportation
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Frontier Airlines to add carry-on bag fee, but it can be avoided
Frontier Airlines announced that this summer it will become the third U.S.-based airline to charge passengers a fee to bring carry-on bags into the cabin. Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air already impose a carry-on fee. But Frontier added a twist....Tags: Frontier Airlines Inc., Transportation, Travel, Southwest Airlines Co., Spirit Airlines
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The scoop on airline taxes, changing travel dates and more
Some answers to readers' airline questions: Question: I understand that London's Heathrow Airport has a horrendous arrival fee. Is the same true for Stansted and Gatwick, London's two other airports? Answer: I'm not sure if you're referring to the...
Tags: London Heathrow Airport, Air Transportation Industry, Services and Shopping, International Monetary Fund, United Air Lines
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