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Fatal New York City Helicopter Crash Sparks Renewed Safety Debate

A helicopter crash in New York City, resulting in six fatalities, has reignited safety concerns regarding sightseeing flights. Despite five similar crashes since 2005, opposition to "nonessential" flights grows amid calls for bans, though city officials support regulated operations.

2025-04-11T21:40:11.214503-07:00

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Juneyao Airlines Postpones Boeing 787-9 Delivery As US-China Trade Tensions Rise

2025-04-11T16:04:16.237923-07:00

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American Airlines Jets Clip Wings at Reagan National Airport

2025-04-10T11:32:53.791712-07:00

Skift

Frontier Airlines Reduces Capacity and Withdraws 2025 Guidance Amid Trade War Uncertainty

2025-04-10T14:43:58.976613-07:00

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United Airlines Pilots Union Faces Class Action Lawsuit From Aircrew On Long Term Disability

2025-04-13T06:08:11.294019-07:00

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United Airlines Pilots Union Faces Class Action Over Disability Benefits A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the United Airlines pilots union by a veteran aircrew member. The case alleges discrimination for not securing increased long-term disability benefits in a new collective bargaining agreement, highlighting challenges in union negotiations and member support.

2025-04-13T06:08:11.294019-07:00

United Airlines Pilots Union Faces Class Action Over Disability Benefits

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Weather-Triggered Diversions Leave Hundreds of Delta Passengers Stranded Overnight Two Delta Air Lines flights, initially bound for Atlanta, were diverted to Montgomery, Alabama, due to severe weather. The flights faced overnight delays as the regional airport lacked Customs staffing, resulting in passengers being stuck on the tarmac for hours.

2025-04-12T16:20:05.095367-07:00

Weather-Triggered Diversions Leave Hundreds of Delta Passengers Stranded Overnight

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Avelo Airlines Under Scrutiny for ICE Deportation Contract Avelo Airlines' recent contract for deportation flights with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has drawn significant public backlash and ethical concerns from its flight attendants. The decision has brought the ultra-low-cost carrier into the societal and political spotlight.

2025-04-12T09:08:07.543437-07:00

Avelo Airlines Under Scrutiny for ICE Deportation Contract

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Shaping the Future of Airline Seating for 2030: Trends and Innovations The airline seating landscape for 2030 is being defined today, with designers and seatmakers playing crucial roles in shaping passenger experiences. The drive for new seat configurations, comfort improvements, and technological advancements will determine competitive positioning in a rapidly evolving market.

2025-04-12T05:08:01.668519-07:00

Shaping the Future of Airline Seating for 2030: Trends and Innovations

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US Tariffs Threaten Airline Luxury Offerings, Impacting Premium Passenger Experience Delta and United Airlines are reassessing their premium inflight services, including Champagne delivery, due to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. These tariffs exacerbate existing supply chain issues in the aerospace sector, potentially affecting business class amenities and passenger satisfaction.

2025-04-12T04:11:53.828607-07:00

US Tariffs Threaten Airline Luxury Offerings, Impacting Premium Passenger Experience

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2025's Leading Aircraft Cabin Innovations and Airport Rankings Unveiled The 2025 Crystal Cabin Awards spotlighted cutting-edge developments in aircraft interiors, reflecting the industry's drive towards enhanced passenger experience. Concurrently, airport rankings revealed the top global airport performers, highlighting key advancements in infrastructure and services.

2025-04-12T03:47:56.717132-07:00

2025's Leading Aircraft Cabin Innovations and Airport Rankings Unveiled

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KLM and Transavia Establish Joint Maintenance Facility at Schiphol KLM and Transavia have commenced construction on a shared aircraft maintenance hub at Schiphol Airport, merging their operations for the first time. This strategic move aims to streamline maintenance processes, reduce operational costs, and optimize resource management between the two airlines.

2025-04-12T02:43:51.921628-07:00

KLM and Transavia Establish Joint Maintenance Facility at Schiphol

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