A second flight originating from Charlotte, North Carolina, in as many days returned after reporting a mechanical issue shortly after…
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French woman faces jail time for bomb threat to keep husband from visiting mistress
Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. But that’s no excuse for endangering the lives of thousands of travelers.…
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Hotel industry group says Expedia Orbitz acquisition will hurt consumers
The hotel industry is objecting to the acquisition of Orbitz by one-time rival Expedia, saying that it would lead to…
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Lame ways people try to get an upgrade on Virgin Atlantic
From being broken-hearted to wanting to avoid the screams of their own baby, some people will say anything in the…
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Feds probe possible price-gouging in wake of Amtrak crash
Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx said Friday the government has opened a price-gouging investigation involving five airlines that allegedly raised airfares…
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Airline group suggests smaller carry-on bags to free up bins
Millions of fliers might soon want to buy new carry-on suitcases. Global airlines announced Tuesday a new guideline that recommends…
Read MoreSouthwest Airlines: ‘Sale crashed our website’
Southwest Airlines Co.’s website is slowing to a crawl, and the airline blames heavy response to a sale on fall…
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Dog flown home first-class after missing for four years
Many people aren’t lucky enough to fly first class—let alone a dog. But one very lucky Louisiana terrier was reunited…
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Airlines with the best Wi-Fi
If in-flight Internet access is important to you, there’s some good news. According to a new survey by airline industry…
Read MoreFrequent flier mile status ain’t what it used to be
Tell me if this sounds familiar: You worked hard to get status (platinum, diamond, gold, silver, ruby, sapphire, whatever) on…
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