March-12-2010

British Airways' Cabin Crew Details Strike Plan

The union representing British Airways PLC's (BAY.LN) cabin crew Friday announced strikes will take place later this month after the U.K. airline and union leaders failed to reach a last-minute deal on changes to working practices. Read more

American Airlines' Largest Union Takes Step Toward Possible Strike

Baggage handlers, dispatchers and mechanics for American Airlines took one step toward a strike today. The Transport Workers Union of America asked the National Mediation Board to release it from mediation -- and start a 30-day cooling-off period. Read more

Paying to pick seats loathsome, many passengers say

Paying for extras has become routine for airline passengers but it doesn’t mean they like it, with a poll showing more than half all travellers hate having to fork out to choose their seat. Read more

Airlines Threaten to Cancel Flights

Airlines are pushing back against new rules that give fliers more rights. They are threatening to cancel scores of flights in response to a new rule that would prohibit airlines from keeping passengers on the tarmac for more than three hours without giving travelers the opportunity to get off the plane. Read more

Brighter outlook for international airlines

The international airline business is improving, said an industry group Thursday, and while losses are still expected for 2010, they should be half the size previously forecast. Read more

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TSA hopes scanners can let you keep your shoes on
The Transportation Security Administration is reviving an idea that aims to take one of the biggest hassles out of airport security: removing your shoes at a checkpoint.

Implement electronic logbook solution to claim for travel expenses
Taxpayers who claim a deduction for business travel must, if they haven't already done so, urgently implement and maintain a detailed logbook that records all of their travel, both personal and business.

Do hotel chains owe you when a hotel closes its VIP lounge?
Some hotels are closing their VIP lounges earlier than normal, reducing food offerings or, in rare cases, closing them entirely in light of today's reduced business. So I'm curious if you think that the chains owe you something - anything - for what amounts to fewer frills for your loyalty. If your hotel chain does give you a little nod - a few points, for instance - does it help you get over it?

Senate tackles regional airline safety
The Senate is pushing to strengthen pilot training and hiring requirements in an effort to improve the safety of regional airlines, a problem exposed by an air crash last year that killed 50 people.

Delta taking alliance talks to other carriers
Delta Air Lines, still smarting from its failed bid to lure Japan Airlines into a partnership, is talking to other carriers about expanding its global alliances, a senior executive said Tuesday without giving specifics.

American, British Airways, Iberia to cede airport slots in London and N.Y.
British Airways, American Airlines and Iberia have offered to give away takeoff and landing slots at London and New York airports to soothe European Union antitrust worries, EU regulators said Wednesday.

US Airways adds new routes to Mexico, Canada
US Airways announced four new nonstop routes this morning. Two are to Canada and two are to Mexico. The airline's Charlotte hub gains three new destinations (Ottawa, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta) while Philadelphia gets one (Halifax). All four routes are scheduled to operate year-round.

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