The New York Times – Travel:
An association of airports told European Union officials that fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz had to restart within three weeks to avoid a “systemic” shortage.
Author: Niraj Chokshi
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How Airlines Turned First-Class Seats From Freebies to a Profit Engine
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines used to give away most of their nicest seats, but they have increasingly found ways to persuade people to pay a lot for them.
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Delta Expects Strong Profit Despite Higher Fuel Costs
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline said demand for tickets remained very strong despite the effects of the war in Iran.
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Flight Costs Are Up, but Travelers Aren’t Deterred, U.S. Airlines Say
The New York Times – Travel:
Airline executives said the war in Iran had raised fuel costs and, as a result, fares, but that had not yet hurt demand for tickets from individuals and businesses.
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War in Iran Has Grounded Gulf Airlines Like Emirates
The New York Times – Travel:
Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways have become some of the world’s largest and most profitable thanks to their location at the center of busy travel routes.
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Boeing Says Wiring Issue Will Delay Some 737 Max Deliveries
The New York Times – Travel:
The aerospace company said the delay would not prevent it from meeting its 2026 sales goal of about 500 Max jets.
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Pilots and Flight Attendants Criticize American Airlines’ Performance
The New York Times – Travel:
The unions representing pilots and flight attendants have in recent days publicly criticized American for falling behind Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
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Airlines Cancel Hundreds of Flights In Anticipation of Powerful Winter Storm
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights over the weekend in anticipation of frigid weather and ice and snow across much of the country.
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Delta Offers Optimistic Outlook as Travelers Continue to Splurge
The New York Times – Travel:
Delta Air Lines said it was expecting profits to rise by around 20 percent in 2026 thanks to strong demand for premium tickets.