Washington PostAndrea Sachs

Southwest reverses controversial “second seat” policy, offering extra-seat relief for free

Southwest Airlines is backtracking on a policy that required passengers who couldn’t fit within the armrests to purchase an additional seat. Instead, the carrier will again offer a second seat for free, following public outcry and operational sensitivity around enforcement at the gate.

2026-05-29T14:25:52.078443-07:00
The HillFinya Swai

FAA head says air traffic system is ‘safe, but it’s not efficient’

By The Hill: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan Bedford says that while the nation’s air traffic control infrastructure is safe, it is still operating on decades-old technology that needs improvement.

2026-05-29T12:59:38.862995-07:00
FlightGlobalKerry Reals

IndiGo to cut capacity and remove older jets after posting full-year loss

By FlightGlobal: The moves come after the carrier experienced "one of the most demanding periods for Indian aviation".

2026-05-29T09:24:36.914845-07:00
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ch-aviationDaniel Martinez Garbuno

SAETA Perú acquires Cessna SkyCourier 408

By ch-aviation: Interested in Commercial Aviation/Business Aviation? Unlock exclusive news such as “SAETA Perú acquires Cessna SkyCourier 408” today!.

2026-05-29T11:55:03.511024-07:00
BloombergDavid Feliba

Argentina Cuts Special World Cup Flights on Fuel Costs and Low Demand

By Bloomberg: Argentina’s state-owned airline canceled special flights for the World Cup from three provincial cities to Miami for fans of the reigning champions amid rising fuel costs stemming from the war in Iran and lower demand globally than initially expected.

2026-05-29T11:24:36.081549-07:00