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Less Canadians travelling to the U.S. amid trade tariff tensions, says WestJet’s Cruz
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Alex Cruz, vice chair of WestJet and former CEO of British Airways, discusses lowered U.S. airline forecasts, and explains how macroeconomic pressures are impacting the travel sector. Source
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AerCap CEO on tariff impact: A Boeing 787 will go up by $40 million ‘in worst case scenario’
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email CNBC’s Phil LeBeau and AerCap CEO Aengus Kelly join ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss the state of global airline travel demand, impact of tariffs, Boeing’s production and delivery timeline, and more. Source
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NTSB calls for permanent helicopter flight restrictions around Washington airport after fatal collision
A Delta airline plane is towed into position to prepare for takeoff at Reagan National Airport after an American Airlines plane crashed on approach to the airport on Jan. 30, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia. Tasos Katopodis | Getty Images The National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday made an urgent call to permanently restrict helicopter flights in […]
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Southwest Airlines as we know it is over. Here’s what’s changing, from bag fees to basic economy
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX is pushed back from the gate at San Diego International Airport in San Diego, Aug. 24, 2024. Kevin Carter | Getty Images Southwest Airlines announced Tuesday what was once unthinkable: It will start charging customers to check their luggage. It’s a $300 million gamble. Last year, Southwest said its […]
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Southwest Airlines will charge to check bags for the first time, launch basic economy tickets
Baggage handlers load luggage onto a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on August 24, 2024 in Austin, Texas. Kevin Carter | Getty Images News | Getty Images It’s happening: Southwest Airlines will start charging passengers to check bags for the first time. It’s a stunning reversal that shows the low-cost pioneer is […]
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MTR CEO talks about adapting to Hong Kong’s ‘new normal’
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email MTR CEO Jacob Kam talks about the challenges that Hong Kong’s rail network and properties are facing, as both travel and retail slowly recover and cope with expanding competition. Source
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Social media chatter about Thailand pops 60% following ‘White Lotus’ premiere
Social media conversations about traveling in Thailand rose 60% after the premiere of the third season of “The White Lotus” on Feb. 16. The data measured social media chatter during the three days before and after the show’s airing, according to social media analytics company Sprout Social. The Emmy-winning HBO series is expected to draw […]
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APAC business growing at double digits, but still way behind U.S. and Europe, says private jet charter firm
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Street Signs Asia Ian Moore, Chief Commercial Officer of Vista Global, sees business growth potential in Asia Pacific, “especially in Southeast Asia”. 02:22 26 minutes ago Source
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Coffee, snails and game shows: Vietnamese beauty queen and actress shares her top picks for Ho Chi Minh City
Pho may be one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, but for Ho Chi Minh City native Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, it is the humble plate of com tam that wins her heart. Pho may be one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, but for Ho Chi Minh City native Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, it is the […]
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American Airlines to start testing free inflight Wi-Fi
The main cabin of a American Airlines Boeing 777-300ER jet. Mary Altaffer | AP American Airlines is planning to test complimentary inflight Wi-Fi starting next week as pressure mounts on carriers to offer the service free of charge. The tests will be available on three flights: Between hub Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina […]
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