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In Regulatory Filings, U.S. Airlines Take Swipes at Each Other. Why?
It's a polite industry. But when airlines want to sway the Department of Transportation, they can get feisty. Does it work?
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American's Summer Northeast Schedule is Set
Regardless of what happens in court, the airline won't make capacity changes until after the summer, its CFO said. Also: Delta hired a new COO without…
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Why United Wants To Wake Up With Denver
Super early morning hub flights are rare, but United is adding many from Denver. Also: What's new on United's catering improvements? And what's the…
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Ryanair CEO: It's an 'Appropriate Time for Caution’
Michael O'Leary says demand is strong, but after "30 years of pain in this industry," he is wary of predicting big profits for 2023.
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The Northeast Alliance is No More
American and JetBlue teamed up to challenge United and Delta in New York and Boston. A federal judge ruled Friday that the tie-up is illegal.
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Sun Country Knows It’s Not a Tech Company
The ultra-low-cost carrier hasn't had a mobile app in years. Also in today’s issue: Delta and United renew their fierce rivalry, and Singapore Airlines…
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Four Fast Facts From Air Canada's Earnings Call
Plus: Why don't passengers want short connections? And have you seen Air New Zealand's plans for some new Boeing 787s?
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