New website, app for JetBlue
JetBlue rolled out an updated website and also launched an iPhone app today, marking the carrier’s first foray into mobile apps and also a significant...
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Malev ceases operations; all planes grounded
Hungarian flag carrier Malev has ceased operations following demands from creditors that certain balances be paid immediately or in advance. The carrier has been struggling...
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A look at American’s offer to flight attendants
As part of yesterday’s announcement that American Airlines plans to lay off a whole bunch of employees they also issued new offer sheets to their...
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American finally makes their move – 13,000+ jobs to be cut
In the weeks since American Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection they haven’t really done all that much. There were a few planes retired and that...
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The IRS moves to hit frequent flier miles
Citibank caused quite a stir a week ago when they started sending out 1099s to folks who had received large quantities of bonus miles for...
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Yet another idiot in Congress speaks up
I love when our elected representatives decide to speak up and express just how idiotic their thoughts are. I’ve heard a Representative state for the...
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Thai Airways to cut non-stop service to the USA
Thai Airways has announced the end of their non-stop service between Thailand and the United States. The flights will be reduced from the current daily...
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When the airline CEO starts tweeting
What happens when an airline CEO gets ahold of a Twitter account? In the case of JetBlue CEO David Barger, the answer is an entertaining...
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Adios, Spanair
Spanish regional airline Spanair is apparently ceasing operations effective immediately, shutting down their network of flights with virtually zero notice. The move comes as Qatar...
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A different take on the new American Airlines 777-300ER interior
There have been a few stories today about the unveiling of the American Airlines 777-300ER cabin interior configuration. Most of them (including Ben’s) have been...