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Airlines Delta’s Outlook Is Giving Airline Stocks Some Altitude
Canaccord Genuity analyst Martin Roberge said the demand recovery for airlines still has a way to go as consumers prioritize spending on vacations.
The future of space exploration
When will we land on Mars, and how soon are we going back to the Moon? Mike Massimino, a former astronaut, talks about some of the big new ideas in space.
Airlines Flight Delays, Cancellations Pile Up in NYC Area
Severe weather has disrupted a busy summer travel season for the airline industry, with daily airport volumes hitting their highest levels since before the pandemic.
Flight cancellations, strikes raise fears of new summer travel chaos in Europe
British Airways canceled dozens of flights Friday, blaming computer problems for disrupting plans for thousands of passengers at the start of a busy holiday weekend — a rocky kickoff to the summer travel season in Europe.
Expect big crowds for the summer travel season — and big prices, too
The unofficial start of the U.S. summer travel season is here, with airlines hoping to avoid the chaos of last year and travelers scrounging for ways to save a few bucks on pricey airfares and hotel rooms.
United Airlines already nearly halfway to its goal of 15,000 new hires this year
United Airlines said Wednesday that it hired 7,000 new workers in the first four months of this year and plans to hit 15,000 new hires by year-end, matching the number it hired last year.
Are you planning a family vacation? Brace yourself for a ‘summer of discontent.’
After an epic meltdown last summer, many travelers may be emotionally prepared for another tumultuous travel season up ahead.
As bookings slow, airline earnings will be all about hopes for peak summer travel
U.S. airline stocks were higher ahead of first-quarter earnings, with investors hoping for good news about peak summer travel amid a recent slowdown in bookings.
Southwest CEO’s compensation nearly doubled in 2022 despite December debacle
Southwest Airlines CEO Robert Jordan’s compensation nearly doubled last year to $5.3 million after being promoted to the top job during a year that ended with massive flight cancellations that will cost Southwest more tha...
American Airlines CEO promises raises for pilots, matching Delta’s contract
The CEO of American Airlines says he is ready to give pilots raises and higher retirement contributions that would average 40% over four years to match a contract recently approved by pilots at Delta Air Lines.
Delta’s stock has significantly trailed its big rivals. That could change, analysts say.
Shares of Delta Air Lines Inc. moved higher on Tuesday after Evercore analysts upgraded the stock.
JetBlue-Spirit merger hit with Justice Department antitrust lawsuit
The Justice Department on Tuesday sued to block the merger of JetBlue Airways Corp. and Spirit Airlines Inc.
New York’s JFK Terminal 1 will stay closed at least another day due to ‘electrical issues’
JFK airport is urging travelers to 'check flight status with your airline before heading to the airport.'
Only 13 companies have issued upbeat profit forecasts for Q1, but earnings are due from this pessimism-resistant industry
Some big names from the one industry that hasn't yet been hit by a pandemic hangover — travel — might yet give Wall Street something to like.
Super Bowl ads aren’t just expensive, they’ve got a costly carbon footprint — here’s just how much
Here's how many times you could fly from Philadelphia to Kansas City, and still not pollute as much as the televised and digital ads linked to the Super Bowl.
Regulation Hidden Fees Hit From Every Direction. Biden Takes Aim.
The president is proposing the Junk Fee Prevention Act, which would require companies to disclose all charges upfront.
Advisor Practice Management Ali Flynn Phillips: Why I’m a Cautious Optimist on the Market
The partner at $2.4 billion Obermeyer Wood Investment Counsel, in Aspen, Colo., on navigating tricky markets for clients and as a firm.
Aerospace and Defense Boeing 747 Goes Out in Style. Final Delivery Had Easter Egg for Enthusiasts.
Boeing delivered its last 747 jet this week. The flight path contained a surprise.
JetBlue Move Puts Online Travel Sites On Notice
The airline pulled its listings off some online travel agency sites, and will continue looking for ways to cut distribution costs.
