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Airlines are facing higher fuel costs and cutting fares at the same time. How does that work?

Trying to book a flight right now can feel absurd. Qantas and Virgin Australia are warning that higher fuel costs and disruption linked to the Middle East conflict are putting pressure on fares and forcing capacity cuts.

The Conversation

Airlines demand UK relax noise rules and cut flight tax as fuel shortage looms

Ministers also asked to alter compensation rights and suspend emissions trading scheme amid Middle East war

The Guardian - UK

Pennsylvania woman shocked when Frontier Airlines ‘savage’ announcement sends 15 people packing

Here's what to do if it happens to you.

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Chicago woman left stranded in Spain next to a Burger King by airline. But the nightmare didn’t end there

It is time to hound customer service.

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The best first-class amenity kits from top airlines, rated and reviewed by the Travel desk

Premium passengers are given all things practical and luxurious on board

The Independent UK

1 Stock To Buy And 1 To Sell If The War In Iran Ends

If tensions ease and oil starts falling, American Airlines offers some solid recovery upside while Exxon’s rally could quickly unwind from current levels.

MarketBeat

Business Brief (March 27): China Airlines to Raise Fuel Surcharges From April 5

China rolls out long-term care insurance nationwide, SMIC’s 2025 revenue rises 16.5% to 67.3 billion yuan

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Frontier Airlines is in hot water over a deaf passenger’s removal, but the company claims it didn’t even know about her disability

Andrew Rozynski, an attorney representing Ashley Grey, is threatening a lawsuit against Frontier Airlines in New York if it doesn’t retract its statement regarding Grey’s recent removal from a flight. This development comes after Grey, who is deaf, was reportedly kicked off a Frontier flight, an incident she captured in…

The Mary Sue

American Airlines, Delta, United CEOs Plead for Shutdown Resolution

CEOs of American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines urge Congress to end the government shutdown to prevent airport delays and TSA staffing issues.

International Business Times

Spring Break Pricing Scam: Why Booking Your March Flight Today is a $400 Mistake

Spring break flights are already creeping up in price, but booking today could cost you far more than you realize. Airlines know exactly when anxious travelers start searching, and they quietly raise fares long before demand actually peaks. Many travelers assume buying early is always cheaper, but spring break flights…

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MEPs back three-hour deadline for delayed flight compensation and free hand luggage

Members of the European Parliament have backed a text to enhance passenger rights after more than a decade's wait. With some airlines arguing it could put them out of business, the decision now needs to be endorsed by EU countries.

Euronews

Plane makes emergency landing after passenger ‘demands to swap seats to sit with girlfriend’

Multiple cabin crew tried to deal with the unruly passenger during the Spring Airlines flight from Japan

The Independent UK

Airbus Software Glitch Allegedly Caused by Solar Flare; Airlines Now Urged To Use Older, But Stable Version

Initial results claim that the Airbus software glitch was caused by solar flare. Now, airlines are highly urged to revert to older, but more stable version of the software.

International Business Times UK

8 Airlines That Turn Every Trip Into a Nightmare

Air travel used to feel glamorous—jet-setting across the sky, sipping complimentary drinks, and marveling at the miracle of flight. But somewhere between shrinking legroom, vanishing snacks, and mysterious “maintenance delays,” that magic turned into mild suffering.

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The Independent UK

The Latest: Dozens of airports will see flight cuts due to the government shutdown

According to a list distributed to the airlines and obtained by The Associated Press, airports in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago along with hubs across the U.S. are among the 40 that will see flights cut starting Friday due to the government shutdown

The Free Financial Advisor

Flight Attendants Are Revealing The Sneaky Ways Airlines Get You to Spend More Money

Air travel appears to be a simple process which involves ticket purchase followed by seat selection before boarding the flight. But behind the scenes, airlines have a host of strategies to get you to spend more than you planned. Flight attendants serve as the first point of contact for these…

Benzinga

Alaska Airlines Grounds All Flights Nationwide After Major Technology Outage Halts Operations

Alaska Airlines (NYSE:ALK) and its subsidiary Horizon Air temporarily halted all flights across the U.S. on Thursday evening due to a widespread technology outage affecting operations.

Everybody Loves Your Money

9 Outrageous Fees That Make Airlines Richer Every Year

Air travel is supposed to feel like freedom—wings, clouds, adventure. Instead, it often feels like walking into a carnival where the ringmaster charges you for every ride, snack, and seat cushion. Airlines know tickets alone won’t keep them swimming in profit, so they’ve mastered the art of fees that sneak…

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The Independent UK

FAA seeks $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, 2024 midair panel blowout

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, including an incident in January last year where an Alaska Airlines jetliner lost a door plug panel on its fuselage in midflight

Everybody Loves Your Money

5 Sneaky Airline Fees Travelers Rarely Notice Until It’s Too Late

Airlines are masters at turning a cheap-looking flight into a wallet-draining ordeal. The ticket price flashes on the screen, luring travelers in like a neon sign promising savings, but what waits behind the booking button is a series of clever traps.

The Mary Sue

‘I had one in the 90’s and it was awesome’: Airlines are banning this beauty appliance. What do you need to know before you travel?

A woman shares a PSA that airlines are banning a common hair tool—but only if it powers on in a potentially dangerous way.

Benzinga

United Airlines Gears Up For Q2 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts

United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL) will release earnings results for the second quarter, after the closing bell on Wednesday, July 16.

The Independent UK

Court update in Spain’s battle with airlines over controversial charges for larger bags

The injunction order effectively maintains the airlines' policies until a final decision is reached

The Independent UK

Airlines could be selling passenger’s private data to the government

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The Independent UK

Jet Blue and United Airlines have announced a partnership. Here are the benefits for fliers

Despite the close collaboration, both airlines will maintain independent operations

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