News & Features
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Berlin Airport Delays Continue, No New Date Set
Berlin's new Brandenburg Airport has become an embarrassment for the city, and for Germany as a whole, as they announce further delays and complications, without setting a new opening date. Read more
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Samoa Air's 'Pay What You Weigh' the First of Many?
Samoa Air introduced a new fee structure this week that makes passengers pay based on what they (together with their bags) weigh. Will this be a new trend in the industry? Or will it stop there? Read more
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Southwest and Airtran Integrate Flight Bookings
Southwest and Airtran are making travel easier for their customers by selling a limited number of destinations with connections on both airlines. Read more
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FAA to Close 149 Towers Due to Budget Cuts
The FAA announced today that 149 control towers will be closed early next month due to sequestration-related budget cuts, with some regional airports on the chopping block. Read more
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United Rolls Out Upgrades to Premium Service Planes
United Airlines rolled out upgrades to the configurations on its premium service planes this week, including updated entertainment systems, lie-flat beds, and more. Read more
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EU Rules Again on Passenger Protection
The EU courts are ruling again on passenger protection, and this time the results are a mixed bag. The rulings touched on length of flight delays and passenger compensation, among other issues. Read more
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FAA Approves 787 Dreamliner Battery Test
It's been a roller coaster thus far for Boeing's 787 Dreamliner—huge anticipation followed by major technical issues. But this week the FAA approved tests of new batteries for the aircraft. Read more
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TSA Changes Rules, Allows Small Knives, Bats on Planes
The TSA announced this week a change in rules concerning what items can be brought on planes. The new rules allow for small knives, bats, and more. Read more
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Thousands of Cancellations Due to Midwest Storm
As a winter storm slams into the Midwest, travel delays and flight cancellations are growing by the minute. Nearly 2,000 flights have been cancelled so far at major Midwest airports. Read more
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United Airlines Removes 787 From Schedule
The FAA's grounding of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is having long lasting effects on airlines and the traveling public. United is removing the plane from routes through June at least. Read more
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