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US government orders big US airlines to explain their frequent-flyer programs
Read full article: US government orders big US airlines to explain their frequent-flyer programsThe Biden administration is looking into airline frequent-flyer programs and whether they devalue points that consumers have earned.
Safety regulators are investigating another low flight by a Southwest jet, this time in Florida
Read full article: Safety regulators are investigating another low flight by a Southwest jet, this time in FloridaFederal officials are investigating an incident in which a Southwest Airlines jet flew as low as 150 feet over water while it was still about 5 miles from its intended landing spot in Tampa, Florida.
FAA is investigating a Southwest Airlines flight that came close to the tower at LaGuardia Airport
Read full article: FAA is investigating a Southwest Airlines flight that came close to the tower at LaGuardia AirportFederal officials are investigating whether a Southwest Airlines flight veered off course and flew over the air traffic control tower at LaGuardia Airport last month.
Mexico-bound plane lands in LA in 4th emergency this week for United Airlines
Read full article: Mexico-bound plane lands in LA in 4th emergency this week for United AirlinesA United Airlines jetliner headed to Mexico City from San Francisco has made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after the crew reported a hydraulics issue, in the fourth emergency involving a United Airlines flight this week.
The European Commission launches an in-depth look at competitive costs of the Lufthansa deal for ITA
Read full article: The European Commission launches an in-depth look at competitive costs of the Lufthansa deal for ITAThe European Commission has announced an in-depth investigation of German airline Lufthansa’s planned takeover of Italian carrier ITA Airways citing competitive concerns.
Russian man who flew on Los Angeles flight without passport or ticket charged with federal crime
Read full article: Russian man who flew on Los Angeles flight without passport or ticket charged with federal crimeA federal complaint filed by the FBI says a Russian man who flew on a plane from Denmark to Los Angeles without a passport or ticket told authorities he didn't remember how he got through security.
Shippers anticipate being able to meet holiday demand
Read full article: Shippers anticipate being able to meet holiday demandCarriers like the U.S. Postal Service, FedEx and United Parcel Service have capacity to meet projected demand this holiday season, which is cheery news for shoppers and shippers alike.
Traveling this holiday season? Here’s how to avoid delays while passing through TSA security
Read full article: Traveling this holiday season? Here’s how to avoid delays while passing through TSA securityWhat you can and cannot take in your carry-on bag and the three things you can do to avoid long lines at TSA security.
United Airlines gets a handle on canceled flights, the CEO outlines how to prevent another meltdown
Read full article: United Airlines gets a handle on canceled flights, the CEO outlines how to prevent another meltdownAir travel is getting a bit easier, thanks to a break in storms that have pummeled the East Coast.
Los Angeles Times announces 74 job cuts due to economic challenges
Read full article: Los Angeles Times announces 74 job cuts due to economic challengesThe Los Angeles Times says it is cutting 74 jobs due to economic challenges as the newspaper strives to transform itself into a digital media organization.
German airline Lufthansa signs deal for minority stake in Italy's struggling ITA Airways
Read full article: German airline Lufthansa signs deal for minority stake in Italy's struggling ITA AirwaysGerman airline Lufthansa on Thursday signed a deal with the Italian government for a minority share in the long-struggling ITA Airways, formerly Alitalia.
Power outage blacks out terminals at Los Angeles airport
Read full article: Power outage blacks out terminals at Los Angeles airportPower was briefly knocked out at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, leaving many passengers at one of the world’s busiest airports in the dark and halting security checks.
Flight canceled? Experts share some advice about what to do
Read full article: Flight canceled? Experts share some advice about what to doThousands of travelers have been stranded at airports or stuck on hold trying to rebook flights this week as a massive storm snarled travel in the U.S. and Canada.
3 US Muslims sue over religious questioning by officers
Read full article: 3 US Muslims sue over religious questioning by officersThree Muslim Americans have filed a lawsuit alleging that U.S. border officers questioned them about their religious beliefs in violation of their constitutional rights when they returned from international travel.
After wave of cancellations, Delta sees recovery in 2022
Read full article: After wave of cancellations, Delta sees recovery in 2022Delta Air Lines is reporting a $408 million loss for the final quarter of 2021, dragged down by a COVID-19 surge that rocked the airline in December, and the carrier expects to suffer one more quarterly loss before travel picks up in the spring and summer.
Omicron sweeps across nation, now 73% of new US COVID cases
Read full article: Omicron sweeps across nation, now 73% of new US COVID casesOmicron has raced ahead of other variants and is now the dominant version of the coronavirus in the U.S. Federal health officials said Monday that omicron accounted for an estimated 73% of new infections last week.
EXPLAINER: What are the rules for travelers entering the US?
Read full article: EXPLAINER: What are the rules for travelers entering the US?President Joe Biden’s latest measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 will increase the hassle factor of entering the United States, even for American citizens returning from overseas.
Judge: California ride-hailing law is unconstitutional
Read full article: Judge: California ride-hailing law is unconstitutionalA judge has struck down California’s ballot measure that exempted Uber and other companies from a state law requiring their drivers to be classified as employees eligible for benefits and job protections.
Construction starts on $899M station at Los Angeles airport
Read full article: Construction starts on $899M station at Los Angeles airportA groundbreaking ceremony has marked the start of construction of an $898.6 million station that will directly connect Los Angeles International Airport to the region’s light rail and bus transportation systems.
JetBlue adding daily nonstop flight from Jacksonville to Los Angeles
Read full article: JetBlue adding daily nonstop flight from Jacksonville to Los AngelesJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – JetBlue Airways will offer nonstop flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, starting March 25. JetBlue will offer daily nonstop service to LAX on a 162-seat Airbus A320, departing JAX at 5 p.m. and arriving at LAX at 7:49 p.m. PST. “Not only is Los Angeles one of our largest unserved destinations, we are one of theirs as well. This is a huge win.”This is JetBlue’s first daily nonstop service from JAX since a flight to Newark was added last July. For fares, reservations, comprehensive flight schedules and more information, visit www.jetblue.com.
VIRUS TODAY: General apologizes; AP finds states spend $7B
Read full article: VIRUS TODAY: General apologizes; AP finds states spend $7BFILE - In this April 10, 2020, file photo, a ground crew at Los Angeles International Airport unload pallets of medical personal protective equipment from a China Southern cargo plane upon its arrival in Los Angeles. An Associated Press analysis shows states spent more than $7 billion this spring buying personal protective equipment like masks, gloves and gowns as well as vital medical devices like ventilators. Perna said the government now is on track to get approximately 20 million doses to states by the first week of January. — The Associated Press tallied more than $7 billion in purchases by states in the spring for personal protective equipment and high-demand medical devices such as ventilators and infrared thermometers. ___Find AP’s full coverage of the coronavirus pandemic at https://apnews.com/hub/coronavirus-pandemic
JetBlue to provide nonstop flights from Jacksonville to Los Angeles & Raleigh-Durham
Read full article: JetBlue to provide nonstop flights from Jacksonville to Los Angeles & Raleigh-DurhamFILE - In this Oct. 18, 2019, file photo a JetBlue Airways flight flies into Salt Lake City International Airport in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – JetBlue Airways will offer nonstop flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and Raleigh-Durham International Airport, the airline announced Thursday. The return flight will depart Los Angeles at 8 a.m. PST, arriving in Jacksonville at 3:33 p.m. EST. Flights to RDU will depart JAX at 12:50 p.m. EST and arrive at approximately 2:15 p.m. EST. “We look forward to their service connecting our two wonderful communities.”Thursday’s announcement comes after JetBlue started new nonstop flights from Jacksonville to Newark in July.
States impose new rules, plead with public to stop spread
Read full article: States impose new rules, plead with public to stop spreadPete Ricketts warned that he could impose tighter social-distancing restrictions before Thanksgiving if hospitalizations continue to rise. In Washington state, elective procedures such as joint and heart valve replacements and some cancer surgeries could be postponed to make room for coronavirus patients, said Washington State Hospital Association CEO Cassie Sauer. Even so, health officials are trying everything they can to slow the spread and address an even worse surge that many say is inevitable. New York Gov. New York state has averaged nearly 5,500 new cases per day over the past seven days.
West Coast governors urge COVID quarantine after travel
Read full article: West Coast governors urge COVID quarantine after travelTravelers wear face masks at Los Angeles International Airport in Los Angeles Friday, Nov. 13, 2020. “California just surpassed a sobering threshold – one million COVID-19 cases – with no signs of the virus slowing down,” California Gov. She said if cases remain at the current level, the travel advisory will likely become a requirement. “Nobody wants to become North Dakota.”The travel advisory is not as strict as rules implemented in June by New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. ___Associated Press writers Kathleen Ronayne in Sacramento, John Antczak in Los Angeles and Sara Cline in Salem, Oregon, contributed to this report.
Uber, Lyft spend big, win in California vote about drivers
Read full article: Uber, Lyft spend big, win in California vote about driversFILE - In this Aug. 20, 2020, file photo travelers request an Uber ride at Los Angeles International Airport's LAX-it pick up terminal. A California ballot measure that would exempt Uber, Lyft and other app-based delivery drivers from being classified as company employees eligible for benefits and job protections led Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020, in early vote counts. San Francisco-based Uber and Lyft had threatened to pull out of California if they lost. Opponents said the companies exploit drivers to keep profits high and the ballot measure would deprive workers of rights like overtime pay and workers’ compensation. Supporters said the measure would allow drivers to maintain the freedom to work hours they choose and would provide other benefits.
Southwest agents hold worst driver's license photo contest during delay
Read full article: Southwest agents hold worst driver's license photo contest during delayA Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700 passenger jet taxis on the tarmac after arriving at Los Angeles International Airport. ORLANDO, Florida (CNN) - For travelers, there are few things more annoying than a delayed flight. That's what Kristen Dundas of Windermere, Florida, thought until her Southwest Airlines flight from Orlando to Washington was delayed Thursday -- and she actually ended up enjoying the experience. The tweet included a video showing a gate agent hosting a contest for the "worst driver's license picture." In reply to Dundas' tweet, a Southwest Airlines representative replied: "I'm glad our agent was able to make the delay a little more bearable for y'all, Kristen!