Stories Tagged as
Airline industry
The first step to merger: Buying domain names?
by
Jeremy Hobson
and David Brancaccio
Mar 13, 2012
U.S. Airways is reportedly interested in a possible merger-type deal with American Airlines' parent company, AMR Corp. One way it is showing its affection? Buying up domain names.
United, Continental to merge booking systems
Mar 2, 2012
United and Continental airlines are merging their computer reservation systems tonight. Will it create sky-high problems or be smooth sailing?
Airbus finds cracks in new A380
Feb 8, 2012
The airplane manufacturer plans for costly fix to the mega-jumbo jet.
FAA funding bill limits labor unions
by
David Gura
Feb 7, 2012
Congress has passed a bill to fund technology upgrades for the Federal Aviation Administration. But some unions say they lose out under the legislation, which also limits union activity.
The role of airports in building the economy
Jan 27, 2012
If the United States wants to continue to be the major player in the global economy, it needs an efficient, robust aviation system.
Southwest CEO on earnings, rising ticket prices
by
Adriene Hill
Jan 19, 2012
Southwest CEO Gary Kelly discusses his airline's earnings and whether its business model has changed.
Mid-day Extra: Cupcakegate and TSA proof products
by
Adriene Hill
and Jeremy Hobson
Jan 17, 2012
A company in Rhode Island has come out with a TSA-safe cupcake in response to the incident last month where a cupcake was confiscated in an airport for its gel-like frosting.
For public good, not for profit.
Airbus outpaces rival Boeing on 2011 plane orders
Jan 17, 2012
Airbus checked off orders for over 1,400 new planes in 2011, while Boeing only tallied up order for around 800 new planes last year.
Delta and American Airlines could merge
by
Bob Moon
Jan 13, 2012
A possible merger of Delta and American could bring higher ticket prices, a tough fight for competitors and more convenience for business travelers.
Making airlines pay for carbon dioxide emissions
by
Eve Troeh
Dec 21, 2011
The European Union wants airlines to reduce emissions or pay for permits allowing them to pollute. U.S. opponents say the permit fees would be better spent on new, more efficient aircraft.