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Storm at Atlanta strands Delta passengers up to 11 hours; carrier faces multi‑million‑dollar fine

Severe hail and high winds at Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport triggered widespread delays, diversions and prolonged onboard waits on Delta flights Friday, leaving hundreds of passengers trapped on tarmacs for up to 11 hours and exposing the carrier to potential multi‑million‑dollar fines.

2026-03-07T03:32:45.195817-08:00

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Passenger pleads guilty to trying to open Alaska Airlines 737 emergency door mid‑flight after suspected overdose

2026-03-06T17:48:41.372809-08:00

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When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

2026-03-06T10:19:40.428116-08:00

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Trump removes DHS secretary Kristi Noem after fast-tracked airport security overhaul, names Sen. Markwayne Mullin

2026-03-06T07:59:56.770903-08:00

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Storm at Atlanta strands Delta passengers up to 11 hours; carrier faces multi‑million‑dollar fine Severe hail and high winds at Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport triggered widespread delays, diversions and prolonged onboard waits on Delta flights Friday, leaving hundreds of passengers trapped on tarmacs for up to 11 hours and exposing the carrier to potential multi‑million‑dollar fines.

2026-03-07T03:32:45.195817-08:00

Storm at Atlanta strands Delta passengers up to 11 hours; carrier faces multi‑million‑dollar fine

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Passenger pleads guilty to trying to open Alaska Airlines 737 emergency door mid‑flight after suspected overdose A passenger pleaded guilty after attempting to open an emergency exit aboard an Alaska Airlines 737 mid‑flight while suffering a suspected drug overdose. The incident exposed in‑flight safety and medical response challenges for crew and operators.

2026-03-06T17:48:41.372809-08:00

Passenger pleads guilty to trying to open Alaska Airlines 737 emergency door mid‑flight after suspected overdose

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When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns Within hours of Iran’s retaliatory strikes the cascade began: airspace closures, mass cancellations and a collapse of booking systems. This piece presents a decision framework for airlines, airports and regulators to restore routings, rebook passengers and restart commercial services after Middle East airspace shutdowns.

2026-03-06T10:19:40.428116-08:00

When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

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Trump removes DHS secretary Kristi Noem after fast-tracked airport security overhaul, names Sen. Markwayne Mullin President Trump removed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after controversies and congressional scrutiny over a fast-tracked airport security overhaul and disputes involving TSA PreCheck and Global Entry. He named Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace her, leaving the travel industry uncertain about future screening and entry policies.

2026-03-06T07:59:56.770903-08:00

Trump removes DHS secretary Kristi Noem after fast-tracked airport security overhaul, names Sen. Markwayne Mullin

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LOT begins Viasat Amara Wi‑Fi rollout on Boeing 787 long‑haul fleet LOT Polish Airlines has started installing Viasat Amara in‑flight connectivity on its Boeing 787 long‑haul fleet, with service active on one 787‑9 and two more aircraft slated for installation by the end of April. The carrier is progressing a broader fleetwide rollout to expand onboard internet access.

2026-03-06T05:47:29.892971-08:00

LOT begins Viasat Amara Wi‑Fi rollout on Boeing 787 long‑haul fleet

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TAP Air Portugal receives offer for its catering unit TAP Air Portugal has received an offer for its catering unit, the airline said in a short statement. The development pertains to the carrier's in‑house catering operations; TAP did not disclose the bidder's identity, proposed financial terms or a timeline for any potential sale.

2026-03-06T02:59:45.848951-08:00

TAP Air Portugal receives offer for its catering unit

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European General Court limits use of ‘extraordinary circumstances’ defence for follow‑on delays The European General Court has ruled that airlines cannot extend an earlier flight’s “extraordinary circumstances” defence to a subsequent flight delay caused by the carrier’s own autonomous decision. The judgment, issued after a German referral, tightens legal limits on when that defence applies.

2026-03-06T00:32:39.102009-08:00

European General Court limits use of ‘extraordinary circumstances’ defence for follow‑on delays

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Air Canada shifts first retrofitted 737 MAX 8 to Air Canada Rouge as 45‑aircraft narrowbody transfer begins Air Canada has transferred the first of 45 reconfigured Boeing 737‑8 (MAX 8) jets to its leisure unit Air Canada Rouge, marking the start of a broad narrowbody fleet reshuffle and a Rouge cabin renewal that aligns interiors with the mainline brand; remaining transfers are due by year‑end.

2026-03-05T22:07:43.018654-08:00

Air Canada shifts first retrofitted 737 MAX 8 to Air Canada Rouge as 45‑aircraft narrowbody transfer begins

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Storm at Atlanta strands Delta passengers up to 11 hours; carrier faces multi‑million‑dollar fine

Passenger pleads guilty to trying to open Alaska Airlines 737 emergency door mid‑flight after suspected overdose

When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

Trump removes DHS secretary Kristi Noem after fast-tracked airport security overhaul, names Sen. Markwayne Mullin

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