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Stronger On-Time Performance And Lower Cancelation Rates Highlight US Aviation In 2023
Data comes from the DOT's report that was released today.
How US DOT's US-China Announcement Will Impact Airline Operations
Number of China-US flights is about to increase for the fifth time, but it still remains at only one-third of the pre-pandemic level.
USDOT Approves TAP-JetBlue Codeshare On US-Lisbon Routes
The new agreement allows TAP Air Portugal to include JetBlue flight numbers on its transatlantic flights in the next phase of the airlines' agreement.
Hawaii DOT Closes Kona Airport After Runway Cracks Found
Multiple flights were diverted, with many canceled.
USDOT Investigating Airline Frequent Flyer Programs For Deception
Earlier this year, two US senators asked the DOT what is it doing to protect consumers against unfair and deceptive practices in these programs.
American Airlines And United Airlines Continue Battle For Tokyo Haneda Slot
American wants to launch flights from New York JFK Airport; United Airlines from Houston Intercontinental.
US DOT To Investigate American Airlines Wheelchair Incident
Wheelchair users have been raising their concerns that their equipment is often mishandled and broken while traveling.
How The FAA Is Making US Holiday Air Travel More Efficient
Following 2022's holiday travel chaos, the FAA and DOT have been making significant improvements to infrastructure and consumer protections.
Delta Air Lines & EL AL Apply For Codeshare Beyond Israel And The US
Both companies entered into a commercial agreement in June 2023.
The Fight Is On: United Airlines' Case For Its Houston - Tokyo Haneda Route
United Airlines and American Airlines are looking to obtain a relinquished Delta Air Lines slot.
US DOT Approves Complaints Over Amsterdam Schiphol Capacity Cuts
The US Department of Transportation has approved a complaint against the EU and Netherlands involving capacity cuts at Amsterdam's Schiphol.
US DOT Awards $14 Million For Small Community Air Service Development
The small communities are looking to launch and maintain regional connectivity across the United States.
Alaska Airlines Is The US DOT's Top On-Time Carrier
The June DoT Air Travel Consumer Report shows that services are generally better than last year but have slipped from May levels.
Eastern Airlines Applies For DOT Permission To Fly From New York To Wuhan
The airline is reportedly the only non-legacy carrier in the US with scheduled service authority to operate widebody equipment.
Delta Air Lines Leads US DOT On-Time Performance
According to the Department of Transport, US Airlines are steadily improving their performance in areas that matter to passengers.
Allegiant Hopes To Create More Competition On US-Mexico Routes
The airline requested the US government to evaluate its decision to halt the review of its proposed joint venture with Viva Aerobus.
DOT Suspends Review Of Proposed Joint Venture Between Viva Aerobus And Allegiant Air
The department cited the regulations established in the Air Transportation Agreement for its decision.
Delta Air Lines Is Cracking Down On Fake Service Animals
The airline clarifies its stance on having trained service animals onboard.
Delta Air Lines Denied Gateway Flexibility For Tokyo Haneda Slots
Currently, Delta has slots to operate flights to Haneda from Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Seattle, Detroit, Atlanta, Portland, and Honolulu.