The New York Times – Travel:
The legislation is due by Friday, but regional conflicts and demands for votes on unrelated provisions have slowed its progress.
Category: Airlines and Airplanes
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Paris Promised the Olympics Would Be Accessible. The Clock Is Ticking.
The New York Times – Travel:
The city, which put inclusivity at the center of its bid, has improved access for people with disabilities, but with the opening ceremony about 12 weeks away, obstacles remain.
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Delta Flight Loses Emergency Slide After Takeoff From J.F.K.
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The plane had taken off from Kennedy International Airport when crew members noticed problems near its right wing, Delta said. What became of the slide is unknown.
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Southwest Quits Four Airports in Cost-Cutting Drive
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline expects fewer deliveries of Boeing planes than before, and cited “significant challenges” in achieving growth plans because of it.
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What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees
The New York Times – Travel:
The Biden administration will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking. Here’s what passengers can expect.
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Boeing Loses $355 Million in Latest Quarter
The New York Times – Travel:
The manufacturer has had to slow production of its popular 737 Max planes after a hole blew open on a jet during an Alaska Airlines flight in January.
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Wanted: An Executive to Repair Boeing
The New York Times – Travel:
The plane maker, which is searching for a new chief executive, is likely to consider a small number of people, including several former Boeing executives.
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Former Boeing Manager Says Workers Mishandled Parts to Meet Deadlines
The New York Times – Travel:
Merle Meyers, who left Boeing last year after a 30-year career, said he was speaking publicly about his experience because he loved the company “fiercely.”
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Tips for Parents on Kids Flying Solo and Free of Stress
The New York Times – Travel:
It’s a complicated process to have your child fly unaccompanied. But life sometimes leaves no other option — and flying alone may be an exciting adventure for your little one.