Airlines

Boston’s largest airline, jetBlue, announced the continuation of its commitment to the Boston Red Sox through 2030. With an agreement between the airline and the Major League Baseball (MLB) team already in place, this expansion allows JetBlue to provide more support to the community and Red Sox fans. “The Boston Red Sox have been a valued partner […]

American Airlines has become the second airline to buy a stake in a major Chinese carrier, by way of a $200 million share in Guangzhou-based China Southern Airlines. The cost represents a 2.76 percent stake in China’s largest airline, which American is hoping to utilize to strengthen their connecting network within China. Oneworld Alliance, of […]

Earlier this week, the United States announced a ban on carrying on large electronics while onboard flights from 10 cities in the Middle East and Africa. These cities include the main hubs of Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, and Saudi, among others. Later in the week, the United Kingdom announced a similar, yet somewhat less restrictive, plan that includes […]

Alaska Airlines announced Wednesday that they will likely retire the Virgin America brand by 2019, instead opting to give the fused airline Alaska’s name, logo, and livery. This announcement puts to rest much speculation about whether Alaska would keep the Virgin brand around. The airline ensured customers, however, that some of Virgin America’s signature features […]

Beginning in May, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines will be replacing paper tickets with electronic tickets. Additionally, the airline will be saying goodbye to its outdated, yet charming “tube system” used by ramp personnel to communicate key information. These changes are expected to come as a part of the $800 million modernization effort to replace its antiquated […]

Taiwan, known by its official title of the Republic of China, has gone through a period of rapid economic growth since the 1960s. While it may not be a member of the United Nations, it has grown to become a gateway to neighboring China as well as other major countries in Asia. Two major carriers, China Airlines and […]

On Tuesday, both the U.S. and U.K. announced changes to security procedures regarding electronic devices in the cabin of flights originating from certain countries. This is expected to affect numerous passengers. Here’s what travelers need to know: The US Ban The U.S. Government has announced that airlines flying non-stop to the United States from certain […]

Ryanair, one of Europe’s largest airlines, has taken delivery of its 450th Boeing aircraft. The Irish carrier had its latest Boeing 737-800 delivered to Dublin Airport after arriving from Boeing Field in Seattle, Wash. Mick Hickey, Ryanair’s Chief Operations Officer said in a statement: “We are delighted to receive our 450th Boeing Aircraft, which brings […]

International Airlines Group (IAG), the owner of British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia, and Vueling, announced they would be launching a new long-haul airline called Level. The airline will be the fifth airline brand under IAG operation. The airline will be based in Barcelona, Spain and will fly to four destinations starting in June. The initial destinations are […]

Dublin-based carrier Ryanair has unveiled their 2017 winter schedule for operations at Manchester Airport, featuring some new routes as well as extra frequencies on certain flights. Cities that will be receiving either new service or additional flights include Cologne, Frankfurt, Kiev and Seville, as well as a new winter service to Naples. Kenny Jacobs, Ryanair’s Chief Marketing […]