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2010: What does it have in store for aviation sector?
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by gautam on January 14, 2010
2009 had been a turbulent year for the aviation sector with recession taking its toll on number of airline companies causing them to bite the dust but some experts predict that 2010 will be a bit bett...
More Reasons to go Private When You Fly
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Matt on April 7, 2008
People are getting sick and tired of the ever-increasing issues they're having at airports If you've flown in the last couple of years, you probably already know that I'm about to tell y...
Cathay Pacific's All Asia Pass
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on March 31, 2008
Yes, airfares are rising and the dollar is at an all low against the Euro. But, there are some deals to be had if you know where to look. Cathay Pacific Airways has introduced an All Asia Pass that gi...
A Few Great Reasons to Fly Private
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on March 31, 2008
With rising airlines fares and troubles at airports, you may wonder why fly at all? However, if you have a few dollars to spare, consider flying private. An interesting article on Forbes, lists eight ...
Northwest Rises Luggage Rate to $25
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on March 31, 2008
Preparing for an early spring getaway? Well, watch what you pack. Due to rising gas costs, airlines are finding new ways to offset costs. And one of the ways to do that is to charge for extra luggage....
Baggage Troubles Continue at Heathrow Airport
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on March 30, 2008
Troubles continue at London's Heathrow Airport. Since its new terminal 5 opened on March 27, computer failures has caused issue for baggage handlers. And according to the International Herald Trib...
Gun Fired By Pilot Was Being Stowed
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on March 27, 2008
According to an article on MSNBC, the US Airway pilot who accidentally fired his gun inside the cockpit, said he was attempting to stow it. The pilot didn't immediately inform air traffic control ...
American and Delta Airlines Cancel Flights
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on March 27, 2008
If you have upcoming flights on American and Delta Air Lines, you may be delayed. According to an article on MSNBC, both airlines has canceled dozen of flights on Thursday to inspect the wiring on som...
United Airlines Raises Domestic Fares by $10
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on February 27, 2008
To combat the skyrocketing price of fuel, United Airlines, raised its fares on domestic flights by $10. If history is any indicator, expect other airlines to follow suit. The increase is the fourth a...
Merger Between Delta & Northwest in Jeopardy
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on February 23, 2008
It looks like the merger between Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines has hit a snag. A few days ago, it was reported that talks were moving along. However, talks over seniority with the pilot union...
Snow Storm Forces the Cancellation of Over 1,000 Flights
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on February 23, 2008
If you're based on the east coast then you already know the first big storm of the season dumped up to 9 inches of snow on Friday. What you probably didn't know was that over 1,000 flights wer...
New Airport for New York Planned
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on January 29, 2008
If you're a frequent flier based in New York, I have some great news for you. According to an article on MSNBC, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey hopes to convert the inactive Stewart ...
Airports to Charge More to Land
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on January 14, 2008
Travelers beware! It could cost you even more money to fly. According to an article on MSNBC, a new federal policy will make it possible for airports to charge landing fees based on the time flights l...
Aviation News Update: Mice on United Flight & New Fare Increases
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on January 9, 2008
Here's the best of the aviation news I missed. Eight mice found - dead and alive - on United Airlines flight In a reversal of roles, the United States nearly imported its own tainted goods to Ch...
Two Irish Airplanes Struck by Lightning
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on January 7, 2008
Who says lightning doesn't strike twice. According to an article on MSNBC, two Ireland-based aer lingus flights were struck by lightning at the Shannon Airport in Ireland. Luckily, no one was inju...
The Most On-Time Airlines
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 19, 2007
With air travel rates and flight delays at all-time highs, if you're interested in traveling this summer you should start planning now. And while you are planning, keep this recent Forbes Traveler...
President Bush Announces Plan to Reduce Flight Delays
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 18, 2007
The airlines better watch out. President Bush is turning his focus to finding a solution for airline delays. On Monday, the commander in chief announced that the government would clear military air sp...
Expert Predicts "Flat Traffic" During Holiday Season
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 17, 2007
Be warned if you plan on traveling - notably flying - during the holidays. Experts are predicating "flat traffic" for the remainder of the holiday season. The "flat traffic" is lar...
JetBlue Sells Stake to Lufthansa
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 13, 2007
JetBlue just got a little German. Today, the once popular discount airlines decided to sell almost one-fifth of its stake to German carrier, Lufthansa. The struggling airlines will receive over $300 m...
New Passport Rules for the New Year
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 13, 2007
If you haven't gotten your passport yet, keep this in mind. On January 31, the rules for entering USA will get tougher. If you are arriving into the USA by land via a boat, you will need both a va...
A Baggage Handler Tells All
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 4, 2007
If you have plans to ever fly again. Read this article. If you ever plan to check your baggage. Read this article. It will help explain why your baggage may or may not arrive at your destination when ...
On-Time Performance Improves for October
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on December 4, 2007
Finally, the airlines have something to celebrate. Airline delays fell in October. Carriers reported a 78.2 percent on-time arrival for October. Compared to the first 10 months of the year when the on...
No Moving Removing Shoes at Airport
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 29, 2007
Someday in the future you may actually be able to breeze through airport security without the hassle of removing your shoes. Researchers at the U. S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Labora...
Should the Airlines Do More for Children Flying Alone?
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 28, 2007
My 12-year old niece flies alone all the time. Because her grandparents live a few state over and with the rising price of gas, it is more convenient for her to fly. She packs her iPod, a few books, a...
TSA Taking Over Background Checks for Aviation Workers
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 28, 2007
Security at U.S. airports just got tighter. Not for air passengers, but for more than a million aviation workers. According an article on USA Today, the Transportation Security Administration announc...
JetBlue To Sell Tickets on Online Travel Agencies
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 26, 2007
JetBlue, one of America's newest airlines, finally will begin selling tickets on Travelocity, orbitz, and Priceline.com. The low cost carrier, which touts leathers seats and in-seat entertainment,...
Philadelphia International Airport Main Cause of Delayed Flights
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 23, 2007
Were you delayed this holiday season? Angry about it? You now have something to blame for that delayed flight. Philadelphia International Airport. According to the Federal Aviation Adminstration, Phi...
Bush Announces Changes to Ease Air Traffic Congestion
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 15, 2007
You know the air traffic congestion and long delays are a major issue when the President gets involved. In a press conference held today, President Bush announced steps to help ease the expected delay...
Backpack Caused Fire at Phoenix Airport
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 14, 2007
According to an article on MSNBC, a small backpack caused a fire and lead to an evacuation at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Tuesday. Officials said the backpack did not contained exp...
How to Survive the Holiday Travel Season
Filed in archive Aviation Travel by Terah Shelton on November 8, 2007
It's that time of year again. Yes, you guess it. Holiday Travel. And if you read this blog regularly this particular piece of information may not be great news for you, especially in light of engi...
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