Boeing: 787's Could Be Ready to Fly in 2 Weeks, If FAA Agrees
Boeing expects to finish testing its battery fix for the 787 within the next week or two, but says it's up to the regulators to decide when the planes fly again.
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What the American-US Airways Merger Will Mean for You
Now that the merger between American Airlines and US Airways is officially happening, travelers are sure to wonder how it will affect them. George Horbica, founder of Airfarewatchdog, tells us what to expect from the world's soon-to-be biggest airline.
How Airlines Prepare for Heavy Weather Like Winter Storm Nemo
As the Northeast braces for Winter Storm Nemo, airlines are already employing a strategy that has served them well: Cancel flights early and keep planes, crews and passengers away from snowed-in airports. Here's what else the airlines are doing.
Be Rental Car Smart: Saving Tips for When You Fly and Drive
When you fly anywhere for the holidays, you're probably vigilant about getting the best deal you can on airfare. But don't stop being money-smart when you get off the plane: There are plenty of ways to waste money and time by not taking enough care on your rental car choices.
Economic Impact From Hurricane Sandy Won't Derail Economy
Airlines have canceled thousands of flights, stranding travelers around the globe. Insurers are bracing for possible damages of $5 billion. Retailers face shrunken sales.
Airlines Collect a Record Amount of Bag Fees
U.S. airlines collected more than $1.7 billion in baggage fees during the first half of the year, the largest amount ever collected in that six-month period.
Planes, Trains or Automobiles: Which Credit Card's Best for Each?
If you're one of the millions of people planning a trip in the next few months, odds are you'll be paying with plastic. But before you slap down your card, make sure you're getting the most out of it.
How to Dodge 4 Expensive Holiday Disasters
An APA poll a few years back revealed that 80% of Americans expect to be stressed during the holiday season. One source of that stress? The unexpected costs that creep up on us in December. Here are some tips to sidestep some of those pricey problems.
MLB Soars to 30,000 Feet with In-Flight Live Streaming
Take me up to the ball game -- thanks to a new offering from broadband provider Row 44, baseball fanatics won't have to miss one tobacco spit or big hit while flying, because Major League Baseball will stream games to airline passengers' WiFi devices.
Expedia's AirAsia Partnership Is Just the Ticket
Expedia, the world's largest online travel agency, soon will be selling flights, hotel bookings and holiday packages in the world's fastest growing aviation and tourism market, thanks to an exclusive deal with AirAsia. Trefis takes a look at what the deal will mean for both companies.
Airlines and Online Ticket Sites: Altered Flight Patterns
New technology is leading to changes in business relationships between airlines and online ticketing sites. It'll take a while for the new landscape to settle down, but the near-term result could be potential windfalls for some carriers -- and confusion for air travelers.
New Apps & Common Sense Can Help Air Travelers
Air travel delays can sometimes seem like the last straw for frustrated passengers. But new software, such as delay-prediction app FlightCaster, combined with some commonsense planning, can help keep air travelers sane and on schedule.
While Airlines Are Profiting Again, Fliers Are Suffering
Of all the industries that have achieved record profits recently, none have posted more remarkable results than the airline industry. For the first time in a decade, the industry is on a glide path to profitability -- but it's getting there by squeezing its customers.