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The role of airports in building the economy
Chris Farrell Jan 27, 2012
If the United States wants to continue to be the major player in the global economy, it needs an efficient, robust aviation system.
Southwest CEO on earnings, rising ticket prices
Adriene Hill Jan 19, 2012
Southwest CEO Gary Kelly discusses his airline's earnings and whether its business model has changed.
Airbus outpaces rival Boeing on 2011 plane orders
Christopher Werth Jan 17, 2012
Airbus checked off orders for over 1,400 new planes in 2011, while Boeing only tallied up order for around 800 new planes last year.
Mid-day Extra: Cupcakegate and TSA proof products
Adriene Hill Jan 17, 2012
A company in Rhode Island has come out with a TSA-safe cupcake in response to the incident last month where a cupcake was confiscated in an airport for its gel-like frosting.
Delta and American Airlines could merge
Bob Moon Jan 13, 2012
A possible merger of Delta and American could bring higher ticket prices, a tough fight for competitors and more convenience for business travelers.
Boeing to close large plant in Wichita
John Dimsdale Jan 5, 2012
Boeing will close a military aircraft plant as President Obama and Defense Secretary Leon Panetta announce budget cuts.
Making airlines pay for carbon dioxide emissions
Eve Troeh Dec 21, 2011
The European Union wants airlines to reduce emissions or pay for permits allowing them to pollute. U.S. opponents say the permit fees would be better spent on new, more efficient aircraft.
Air travel in China takes a great leap forward
Rob Schmitz Jan 11, 2012
Chinese airports are getting bigger and more efficient, and the country's airplanes are getting an upgrade, as the nation gains ever-greater economic clout.
European governments to cut aid to Airbus
Stephen Beard Dec 1, 2011
The cuts are supposed to level the playing field in the airline business, but the conflict between Europe's Airbus and America's Boeing could continue to rage on for years.
American Airlines files for bankruptcy
Jeremy Hobson Nov 29, 2011
The struggling airline has declared bankruptcy after a poor third quarter, but it says it will keep its scheduled flights running.
