New York TimesChristine Chung

Southwest’s new extra‑seat rule prompts passenger complaints of public body‑scrutiny at gates

Since Southwest implemented a new extra‑seat policy earlier this year, passengers say gate and ticket agents have publicly scrutinized their bodies and forced some to buy additional seats. The complaints allege inconsistent enforcement and public humiliation as the carrier applies its paid seating rules.

2026-03-17T16:18:21.495040-07:00
BloombergSonja Wind

Berlin Airport Faces Shutdown as Union Escalates Pay Dispute

By Bloomberg: Berlin Brandenburg Airport is set for a complete shutdown Wednesday as a planned labor strike threatens to cancel flights across the board and disrupt plans for more than 50,000 travelers.

2026-03-17T16:38:59.687130-07:00
ch-aviation

South Korea’s t'way Air secures $17M as majority shareholder Sono International backs rights offering

By ch-aviation: t'way Air (TW, Daegu) will receive full participation from its largest shareholder, Sono International, in a rights offering covering 26,850,000 ordinary shares allocated to...

2026-03-17T17:00:40.218347-07:00
Aviation Business NewsRob Munro

Stansted PRM workers to ballot for strike action

By Aviation Business News: Stansted PRM workers to ballot for strike action - Workers who assist persons with reduced mobility (PRM) at London Stansted Airport are balloting for strike action that could cause significant flight.

2026-03-17T11:14:11.767380-07:00
thebulkheadseat.comAnthony Losanno

American Airlines Updates App and Website to Better Explain Flight Delays and Cancellations

By thebulkheadseat.com: American Airlines is rolling out a new digital feature designed to give travelers clearer explanations when flights are delayed or canceled. The update, which is launching through the airline’s mobile app and website throughout the month, aims to provide customers with more transparency and easier ways to manage disruptions.

2026-03-16T13:02:19.617294-07:00