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Southwest Airlines raises fees
Dec 17, 2012
The one-time discount airline is rethinking its 'bags fly free' policy because of rising costs. So far, only the third bag will cost you.
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Airlines looking to charge the right amount of fees
Dec 3, 2012
Seems like profits never come easily in the airline industry. And there are evidently always new ideas for how to pull in a few more bucks from flyers.
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As U.N. meets on climate, U.S. blocks a European law
Nov 30, 2012
President Obama signed a bill this week protecting U.S. airlines from an emission tax when they fly in and out of Europe. The EU's carbon tax is so unpopular, it's been suspended for all carriers for a year.
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How a pilot shortage could impact consumers
Nov 23, 2012
Flying used to be a glamorous job, but today's pilots work long hours for less pay. What does a shortage of pilots in the commercial airline industry mean for the future of flying and ticket prices?
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Glitch-prone airline computer systems, Nokia's new maps app
Nov 21, 2012
Nokia's new maps app could give Apple a run for its mobile money, and understanding why airline computer systems are prone to massive crashes.
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How airlines weather the cost of catastrophe
Nov 7, 2012
Passengers can buy flight insurance to cover canceled trips. But when planes can't fly, airlines have no such protection.
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Airports and markets reopen as Sandy recedes
Oct 31, 2012
Wall Street has resumed trading today for the first time since last Friday. JFK and Newark airports are reopening as well on a limited basis.
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Returning to the skies after Sandy
Oct 30, 2012
It could takes days before things get back to normal for airlines and passengers.
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United Airlines struggles with computer issues after merger
Aug 29, 2012
United’s technical team is scrambling to solve the computer problems that caused long lines of angry people. United has struggled with this since acquiring Continental in 2010.
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When buying a flight, what matters most to you?
Aug 23, 2012
What do you consider the most important factor when purchasing an airline ticket? Carrier? Leg room? Price? Time? Other? Let us know.
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