Tag: Airlines
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Alaska Airlines completes acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines: Here is what to know
Last December, Alaska Airlines announced it was acquiring Hawaiian Airlines. On Sep 19th, that deal officially closed. Alaska Airlines is cleared to operate the two carriers as separate brands. Alaska Airlines must now secure a single operating certificate with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which would allow the two airlines to operate as a single…
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Airlines will now be required to issue automatic refunds for delays and cancellations
Recently, the Department of Transportation (DOT) issued new regulations mandating airlines to promptly provide passengers with automatic cash refunds in the event of flight delays or cancellations. These rules also extend to cover significant delays in checked baggage or instances where airlines fail to deliver extra services purchased by passengers
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WestJet 787-9 Business Class Review: Amsterdam to Calgary
WestJet is the second-largest carrier in Canada after Air Canada. It started as a low-cost carrier inspired by the business model of Southwest Airlines. And in late 2017, WestJet transitioned into a full-service carrier. Recently, I had the opportunity to test out WestJet’s new Boeing 787-9 Business Class from Amsterdam to Calgary. Disclosure: I am…