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Airline industry
Air travel in China takes a great leap forward
by
Rob Schmitz
Dec 20, 2011
Chinese airports are getting bigger and more efficient, and the country's airplanes are getting an upgrade, as the nation gains ever-greater economic clout.
European governments to cut aid to Airbus
Dec 1, 2011
The cuts are supposed to level the playing field in the airline business, but the conflict between Europe's Airbus and America's Boeing could continue to rage on for years.
American Airlines files for bankruptcy
Nov 29, 2011
The struggling airline has declared bankruptcy after a poor third quarter, but it says it will keep its scheduled flights running.
Airlines ground small jets
Nov 25, 2011
Dinky airplanes are being phased out due to soaring fuel prices.
Who's to blame for tarmac delays?
Nov 23, 2011
The incidents of passengers getting stranded in a plane on the tarmac are actually down, thanks to steep new penalties enforced by the government. Airlines get the fines, but they may not be the only ones at fault.
Sweatin' to Aircraft Safety
Mar 30, 2011
If you're flying to New Zealand any time soon you may recognize a familiar face on your flight.
Fitness icon Richard Simmons, best known for his...
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Mar 22, 2011
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Germany is calling for the European Union to impose a fu...
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Strange requests up in the friendly skies
by
Bob Moon
Feb 2, 2011
A final note. Virgin Atlantic says it always aims to go the extra mile when it comes to serving its passengers, but its customer relations...