The New York Times – Travel:
American and Canadian airlines, squeezed by surging fuel costs from the war in Iran, are adding “sticky” new bag fees and surcharges, on top of higher fares.
Category: Airlines and Airplanes
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What Does an Ultra-Luxury First Class Ticket Get You? Flying in a Frictionless Bubble.
The New York Times – Travel:
A writer reports from inside the premium bubble, where there’s no such thing as too much, petty annoyances are nonexistent and the real world never intrudes.
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JetBlue Raises Checked Bag Fees as Fuel Costs Soar
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline, which now charges up to $59 for one checked bag on a domestic flight, could influence other carriers strained by the war in Iran.
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How Many Air Traffic Controllers Are Needed Overnight?
The New York Times – Travel:
The accident at LaGuardia has raised questions about whether the minimum standard of two air traffic controllers on overnight shifts is sufficient.
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Safety Experts Considered LaGuardia Challenging but Not an Outlier
The New York Times – Travel:
Regulators, pilots and others in aviation have worried about the kind of runway accident that happened at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday.
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Advice on Navigating T.S.A. Wait Times at the Airport
The New York Times – Travel:
With lines stretching for hours and passengers missing flights, fliers are desperate to ease the wait at security. There are some steps you can take, but no guarantees.
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Can Flights Get Any Worse? Travelers Deal With TSA Lines, High Ticket Prices and Anxiety.
The New York Times – Travel:
Travelers are waiting hours at security checkpoints, paying top dollar for tickets and worrying about safety after a deadly crash at LaGuardia.
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Delta Air Lines Says It Will Suspend Special Services for Congress Members
The New York Times – Travel:
Airport escorts and “red coat” assistance for lawmakers will be suspended, the airline said on Tuesday, citing the extended partial government shutdown.
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War in Iran Is Disrupting Air Travel, Hitting Middle East Hardest
The New York Times – Travel:
Some airlines and travelers, especially in the Middle East and elsewhere in Asia, are bearing the brunt of the pain, while others are doing better.