American Airlines forecasts a hiring binge to support new routes
The coming years should see growth in the employee ranks at American Airlines according to company CEO Thomas Horton. In a letter to employees this...
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Passenger protections getting a bit stronger on both sides of the Atlantic
The past week has seen some good news for passengers in the way of consumer protection rulings from regulators. Two pending court cases in Europe...
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How much does the Middle East alliance shake-up matter?
Yesterday was apparently THE day to make news if you’re running an airline and looking to change the face of the global alliances. The oft-suspected...
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Big bonus miles from American Airlines for big spenders to Europe
If you’re flying between the United States and Europe this winter on American Airlines, British Airways or Iberia and you’re flying on expensive tickets then...
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Emirates, Qantas tie up on Australia service
If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em. That seems to be the approach Qantas is taking with Emirates, a carrier they’ve seen heated competition with...
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Bonus Avios on transfers from from AmEx Membership Rewards
The American Express / British Airways Avios transfer bonus is back. A promo like this runs once or twice a year, it seems. Last time...
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Virgin Atlantic adding domestic service to its route map
Having lost partner bmi to British Airways, UK carrier Virgin Atlantic is looking to recover some the domestic feed it uses to fill long-haul flights....
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British Airways reconnecting the British Empire to Ceylon
A couple hundred years ago the British Empire ruled over many a far-flung spot of land. One such area, a small island off the coast...
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American Airlines cuts service to Brussels
The cuts continue to mount at American Airlines; the latest victim is service to Brussels, Belgium. The carrier will be terminating service in November with...
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British Airways offers new Avios upgrade option
I just received an email informing me that my Avios can now be used to upgrade flights on British Airways. Given that I always assumed...