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Airline CEOs and Transportation Secretary Buttigieg fight over regulations even after election
Read full article: Airline CEOs and Transportation Secretary Buttigieg fight over regulations even after electionThe Biden administration is on its way out of power, but that's not ending the arguments between the administration and airlines that think they are being over-regulated.
Delta CEO says the Trump administration will reverse government 'overreach' seen under Biden
Read full article: Delta CEO says the Trump administration will reverse government 'overreach' seen under BidenThe chief executive of Delta Air Lines says the incoming Trump administration will be a “breath of fresh air” for airlines after what he called government “overreach” under President Joe Biden.
Delta planes getting all new interiors -- virtual tour, timeline, what to know
Read full article: Delta planes getting all new interiors -- virtual tour, timeline, what to knowDelta Air Lines is completely redesigning the interior of its planes. Here's a virtual tour, a timeline, and everything to know.
CrowdStrike estimates the tech meltdown caused by its bungling left a $60 million dent in its sales
Read full article: CrowdStrike estimates the tech meltdown caused by its bungling left a $60 million dent in its salesCybersecurity specialist CrowdStrike Holdings on Wednesday estimated it absorbed a roughly $60 million blow to its sales pipeline last month after its botched handling of a software update triggered a technology meltdown that stranded thousands of people in airports in addition to other exasperating disruptions.
A top Delta executive is leaving weeks after the airline's slow response to tech outage
Read full article: A top Delta executive is leaving weeks after the airline's slow response to tech outageA high-ranking Delta Air Lines executive is leaving the company, just a few weeks after Delta canceled thousands of flights and struggled to recover from a technology outage.
Delta and American Airlines extend the suspension of flights to Israel as the war in Gaza grinds on
Read full article: Delta and American Airlines extend the suspension of flights to Israel as the war in Gaza grinds onDelta Air Lines is extending its suspension of flights between the U.S. and Israel by another month, through Oct. 31.
Former Detroit Lions player accused of urinating on passenger during Boston to Dublin flight
Read full article: Former Detroit Lions player accused of urinating on passenger during Boston to Dublin flightA former NFL player accused of drunkenly hitting one man and urinating on another during a flight from Boston to Dublin has been arrested and charged with disorderly conduct.
Microsoft hits back at Delta after the airline said last month's tech outage cost it $500 million
Read full article: Microsoft hits back at Delta after the airline said last month's tech outage cost it $500 millionMicrosoft is joining cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike in fighting back against criticism from Delta Air Lines.
Delta CEO, in Paris for the Olympics, says outage-related cancellations should end Thursday
Read full article: Delta CEO, in Paris for the Olympics, says outage-related cancellations should end ThursdayThe chief executive of Delta Air Lines expects flight cancellations and delays that resulted from a global technology breakdown last week to be resolved by Thursday.
US is investigating Delta's flight cancellations and faltering response to global tech outage
Read full article: US is investigating Delta's flight cancellations and faltering response to global tech outageU.S. airline regulators have opened an investigation into Delta Air Lines, which is still struggling to restore operations on Tuesday, more than four full days after a faulty software update caused technological havoc worldwide and disrupted global air travel.
Most airlines except one are recovering from the CrowdStrike tech outage. The feds have noticed
Read full article: Most airlines except one are recovering from the CrowdStrike tech outage. The feds have noticedDelta Air Lines is struggling for a fourth straight day to recover from the tech outage, even as other airlines are returning to nearly normal levels of service.
Delta Air Lines says cancellations continue as it tries to restore operations after tech outage
Read full article: Delta Air Lines says cancellations continue as it tries to restore operations after tech outageAirlines, including Delta Air Lines, continued to struggle to restore operations two days after a faulty software update caused technological havoc worldwide and resulted in several carriers grounding flights.
Your flight was canceled by the technology outage. What do you do next?
Read full article: Your flight was canceled by the technology outage. What do you do next?Thousands of flights have been canceled after a worldwide internet outage hit many leading airlines, forcing passengers to scramble to save their vacations and other trips.
United Airlines Q2 profit rises to $1.32 billion as travel demand offsets the carrier's rising costs
Read full article: United Airlines Q2 profit rises to $1.32 billion as travel demand offsets the carrier's rising costsUnited Airlines has reported higher profit in the second quarter, thanks to record crowds at U.S. airports.
Delta Air Lines adopts new rules for flight attendant uniforms after Palestinian pin flap
Read full article: Delta Air Lines adopts new rules for flight attendant uniforms after Palestinian pin flapDelta Air Lines is changing its employee uniform policy following a social media user's outrage over two flight attendants photographed wearing Palestinian flag pins.
Higher costs and low base fares send Delta's profit down 29%. The airline still earned $1.31 billion
Read full article: Higher costs and low base fares send Delta's profit down 29%. The airline still earned $1.31 billionAmericans are traveling in record numbers this summer, but Delta Air Lines says it saw second-quarter profit drop 29% due to higher costs and discounting of base-level fares across the industry.
Delta and an airline that doesn't fly yet say they'll run flights between the US and Saudi Arabia
Read full article: Delta and an airline that doesn't fly yet say they'll run flights between the US and Saudi ArabiaDelta Air Lines has struck a deal with a start-up airline to operate flights between the United States and Saudi Arabia.
Delta flight from Detroit to Amsterdam forced to stop after passengers served spoiled food
Read full article: Delta flight from Detroit to Amsterdam forced to stop after passengers served spoiled foodA Delta Air Lines flight from Detroit to Amsterdam was forced to make a stop after passengers were served spoiled food.
An emergency slide falls off a Delta Air Lines plane, forcing pilots to return to JFK in New York
Read full article: An emergency slide falls off a Delta Air Lines plane, forcing pilots to return to JFK in New YorkAn emergency slide fell off a Delta plane that was taking off from New York, and pilots returned to the airport and landed safely.
What it was like to watch total solar eclipse from a Delta flight
Read full article: What it was like to watch total solar eclipse from a Delta flightFor a once-in-a-lifetime experience, I am able to share my experience of seeing the total solar eclipse from a vantage point that not many people get to see.
A Delta flight was cut short after a panel behind one of the engines fell off during takeoff
Read full article: A Delta flight was cut short after a panel behind one of the engines fell off during takeoffA Delta flight over the weekend was cut short after a panel behind one of the engines fell off the plane.
AmEx tries to win over grumpy Delta customers with revamped SkyMiles credit cards
Read full article: AmEx tries to win over grumpy Delta customers with revamped SkyMiles credit cardsAmerican Express is rolling out several updates to its Delta SkyMiles credit cards that will give additional benefits to users.
Ground collision of two planes in Chicago sparks FAA investigation
Read full article: Ground collision of two planes in Chicago sparks FAA investigationA plane taxiing for departure clipped another aircraft at Chicago O’Hare International Airport on Sunday evening, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Delta posts a $2 billion quarterly profit, but shares dip as airline trims forecast of 2024 earnings
Read full article: Delta posts a $2 billion quarterly profit, but shares dip as airline trims forecast of 2024 earningsDelta Air Lines says it closed 2023 strong and expects another good year in 2024.
Most common domestic destinations from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
Read full article: Most common domestic destinations from Detroit Metro Wayne County AirportStacker compiled a list of the most common domestic flights from Detroit Metro Wayne County using data from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
Stock market today: Asian shares slide after retreat on Wall Street as crude oil prices skid
Read full article: Stock market today: Asian shares slide after retreat on Wall Street as crude oil prices skidShares have fallen in Asia after a retreat on Wall Street as crude oil prices slipped on expectations that supply might outpace demand.
Delta says pilot accused of threatening to shoot the captain no longer works for the airline
Read full article: Delta says pilot accused of threatening to shoot the captain no longer works for the airlineDelta Air Lines says the pilot accused of threatening to shoot the plane’s captain during a flight no longer works for the airline.
Delta Air Lines scales back changes to its loyalty program after a revolt by customers
Read full article: Delta Air Lines scales back changes to its loyalty program after a revolt by customersDelta Air Lines will move more slowly in tweaking its frequent-flyer program after customers complained loudly about changes the airline announced back in September.
Stock market today: Asian markets slip as rising yields in the bond market pressure stocks
Read full article: Stock market today: Asian markets slip as rising yields in the bond market pressure stocksShares have fallen in Asia after a retreat on Wall Street as the vise tightened from rising yields in the bond market.
Delta Air Lines posts $1.11 billion profit for the third quarter and sees strong holiday bookings
Read full article: Delta Air Lines posts $1.11 billion profit for the third quarter and sees strong holiday bookingsDelta Air Lines says it made $1.11 billion in the third quarter, thanks to planes that were packed with travelers this summer.
Airlines halt flights in and out of Israel after a massive attack by Hamas ignites heavy fighting
Read full article: Airlines halt flights in and out of Israel after a massive attack by Hamas ignites heavy fightingMajor airlines are suspending flights to Israel after it formally declared war following a massive attack by Hamas.
How Delta meteorologists keep planes in the air, on time at Detroit Metro Airport
Read full article: How Delta meteorologists keep planes in the air, on time at Detroit Metro AirportA team of more than 20 meteorologists for Delta Air Lines work around the clock to make sure planes stay in the air and arrive on time.
Delta Air Lines will restrict access to its Sky Club airport lounges as it faces overcrowding
Read full article: Delta Air Lines will restrict access to its Sky Club airport lounges as it faces overcrowdingDelta Air Lines passengers who have long enjoyed access to free meals, alcohol and a quiet place to relax before their flight are in for some major cutbacks in coming years.
Delta Air Lines employees work up a sweat at boot camp, learning how to de-ice planes
Read full article: Delta Air Lines employees work up a sweat at boot camp, learning how to de-ice planesThe temperature says it's summer outside, but Delta Air Lines is training employees in how to de-ice an airplane — a critical part of flying during the cold winter months.
Delta Air Lines says it has protected its planes against interference from 5G wireless signals
Read full article: Delta Air Lines says it has protected its planes against interference from 5G wireless signalsDelta Air Lines says it has upgraded its entire fleet to protect the planes against radio interference from wireless signals.
Delta Air Lines is soaring to a record $1.8 billion profit as summer vacationers pack planes
Read full article: Delta Air Lines is soaring to a record $1.8 billion profit as summer vacationers pack planesDelta Air Lines is reporting record profit and revenue in the second quarter, as summer travelers pack planes and head off on vacation.
After several turbulent days, flight disruptions ease despite worries about 5G signals
Read full article: After several turbulent days, flight disruptions ease despite worries about 5G signalsAirline passengers who have endured tens of thousands of weather-related flight delays this week got a welcome respite from the headaches Saturday, despite concerns about possible disruptions being caused by new wireless 5G systems rolling out near major airports.
Delta Air Lines hit with lawsuit over claims of carbon neutrality
Read full article: Delta Air Lines hit with lawsuit over claims of carbon neutralityA consumer class action lawsuit filed Tuesday claims Delta Air Lines inaccurately billed itself as the world’s “first carbon-neutral airline” and should pay damages.
Pilots at United picket for higher pay as pressure builds before summer travel season
Read full article: Pilots at United picket for higher pay as pressure builds before summer travel seasonThe peak summer travel season is almost here, and pilots are stepping up their pressure on major airlines for new contracts that will include higher pay.
Delta flight out of Detroit diverted to Boston due to ‘unruly’ passenger on board
Read full article: Delta flight out of Detroit diverted to Boston due to ‘unruly’ passenger on boardA Delta flight that left Detroit Metropolitan Airport on Friday was diverted to Boston so an “unruly” passenger could be deplaned.
FAA says technology will help avoid some dangerous landings
Read full article: FAA says technology will help avoid some dangerous landingsFederal officials say they have completed outfitting 43 major U.S. airports with technology to warn air traffic controllers when incoming planes are aimed at a taxiway instead of a runway.
Wall Street ends higher as company earnings season kicks off
Read full article: Wall Street ends higher as company earnings season kicks offStocks closed higher on Wall Street as earnings reporting season got underway and CEOs began to show how well or poorly they’re navigating high inflation and a slowing economy.
Biden admin proposes more refunds from airlines for flight changes: What it includes
Read full article: Biden admin proposes more refunds from airlines for flight changes: What it includesThe U.S. Department of Transportation is proposing new rules that would offer more refunds to air travelers when their flight is either delayed significantly or cancelled.
About 2,500 Boeing workers to strike after rejecting deal
Read full article: About 2,500 Boeing workers to strike after rejecting dealRoughly 2,500 Boeing workers are expected to go strike next month at three plants in the St. Louis area after they voted Sunday to reject a contract offer from the plane maker.
Delta flew 1,000 lost bags from London to Detroit after cancelled flights
Read full article: Delta flew 1,000 lost bags from London to Detroit after cancelled flightsIn perhaps a more unusual sign of the state of air travel right now, Delta Airlines recently sent a plane full of lost luggage from London to Detroit.
Delta pays $10.5 million to settle post office allegations
Read full article: Delta pays $10.5 million to settle post office allegationsDelta Air Lines has agreed to pay $10.5 million to settle charges it falsified information about deliveries of international mail, including mail sent to U.S. soldiers overseas.
🔒 Rhonda Walker: What I learned from my recent air travel nightmare
Read full article: 🔒 Rhonda Walker: What I learned from my recent air travel nightmareIt’s my first trip since mass cancellations and delays have plagued the air travel industry, so needless to say my fingers were crossed, hoping I could take the trip as planned on both my outbound and inbound flights.
US airlines say they've reached a turning point in recovery
Read full article: US airlines say they've reached a turning point in recoveryU.S. airlines say they have hit a turning point: After a lousy first quarter, they expect to be profitable as Americans return to travel in the biggest numbers since the start of the pandemic.
American Airlines loses $1.6 billion but sees better outlook
Read full article: American Airlines loses $1.6 billion but sees better outlookAmerican Airlines says the first quarter was difficult, with another large loss, but it expects to turn a profit in the second quarter as more people return to travel.
US will give airlines a break on takeoff rights in NYC, DC
Read full article: US will give airlines a break on takeoff rights in NYC, DCFederal officials are extending pandemic relief to help major airlines keep their coveted takeoff and landing rights at big airports in New York and Washington this summer.
Thousands of flights canceled, delayed at start of workweek
Read full article: Thousands of flights canceled, delayed at start of workweekA winter storm hitting the mid-Atlantic combined with the pandemic to further frustrate air travelers whose return flights home from the holidays were canceled or delayed in the first few days of the new year.
Fauci: US should ‘seriously’ consider vaccine mandate for domestic air travel
Read full article: Fauci: US should ‘seriously’ consider vaccine mandate for domestic air travelThe nation’s top infectious disease expert says the U.S. should consider a vaccine mandate to board domestic flights as the omicron variant rapidly spreads.