Why Were Air Canada Flight Attendants Striking? Boarding Pay Was a Central Issue

The strike, which ended on Tuesday, focused attention on why many airlines don’t start paying flight attendants until the plane doors are shut.

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Alaska Airlines Grounds Entire Fleet After IT Outage

Alaska Airlines said the outage would lead to “residual impacts” to its operations overnight to its mainline fleet and the planes that fly under the Horizon Air brand.

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Missing Bolts and Other Failures Caused Plane Panel to Blow Off, N.T.S.B. Says

A panel came off an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 midair last year in an incident that was nearly disastrous but for the heroics of the crew, according to government investigators.

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Airplane Accidents Are Making People Re-Evaluate How They Fly With Infants

Recent airplane accidents have fueled concerns about whether young children are sufficiently protected on flights and prompted parents and caregivers to re-evaluate how, and even whether, they should fly with infants.

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Travel 2025: New Lounges and Elite Cabins Aim to Win Over Air Passengers

Airlines hope to meet the traveler demand for premium flying, whether by offering more roomier seats in economy or upgrading higher-tier classes.

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As Delta Reports Profits, Airlines Are Optimistic About 2025

The industry is enjoying a strong demand for tickets and rising profits, but it remains vulnerable to unexpected problems like a recession or a surge in inflation.

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In-Air Emergencies Can Cause Lasting Trauma

Extreme turbulence, a blown-out door, an engine on fire: For passengers and crew members who have experienced in-air emergencies, the pain endures.

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