The New York Times – Travel:
The airline said fewer flights were delayed and more travelers were using the airport after air traffic control challenges and runway construction caused a crisis in the spring.
Author: Niraj Chokshi
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Why Frequent Flier Programs Have Become Essential to Many Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
The biggest U.S. airlines make billions of dollars from their loyalty programs and branded credit cards, which some analysts believe are now essential to the businesses.
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What to Know About Collision Avoidance Systems on Planes
The New York Times – Travel:
Commercial planes have technology that helps prevent crashes — but it has limitations, which was highlighted by the accident in Washington.
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Frontier Airlines Offers to Buy Spirit Airlines, Again
The New York Times – Travel:
Spirit, which filed for bankruptcy protection in November after a federal court blocked its acquisition by JetBlue, says it has rejected the latest Frontier offer for being too low.
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What to Know About Plane Maintenance After the South Korean Crash
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines have been increasingly outsourcing repair and upkeep work to other countries, but experts and consumer groups disagree about its impact on safety.
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U.S. Sues Southwest Airlines Over Chronic Delays
The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department said in a lawsuit that two of the airline’s routes were consistently delayed in violation of federal rules.
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As Delta Reports Profits, Airlines Are Optimistic About 2025
The New York Times – Travel:
The industry is enjoying a strong demand for tickets and rising profits, but it remains vulnerable to unexpected problems like a recession or a surge in inflation.