Air France-KLM Raises Long-Haul Ticket Prices as Jet Fuel Costs Surge
Air France-KLM is increasing long-haul ticket prices after a sharp rise in jet fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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Wizz Air UK Receives Approval to Operate Charter Flights to the United States
Wizz Air UK has received regulatory approval to operate charter flights between the United Kingdom and the United States. The airline plans to focus on group travel, including football teams and fans heading to the World Cup.
GOL to Launch First Long-Haul Flight From Rio de Janeiro to New York
Brazilian airline GOL will launch its first long-haul route in July with nonstop flights between Rio de Janeiro and New York. The service marks the carrier’s entry into intercontinental travel.
United Airlines May Remove Passengers Who Refuse to Use Headphones
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
United Airlines has introduced a new rule requiring passengers to use headphones when playing audio or video on personal devices. Those who refuse may be removed from the aircraft or banned from future travel.
LATAM Expands Amsterdam–Sao Paulo Route Ahead of Launch
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
LATAM Airlines will increase frequencies on its new Amsterdam–São Paulo route, reflecting growing travel demand between Europe and South America.
Navan Launches AI Travel Assistant for Unmanaged Business Travelers
By
Marcus Bennett
• 3 mins read
Navan has introduced Navan Edge, an AI-powered travel assistant designed to deliver hyper-personalized trip management for business travelers outside managed programs.
Ryanair and Wizz Air Rank Among Worst Airlines in UK Passenger Survey
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
A new UK passenger survey ranks Ryanair and Wizz Air among the worst short-haul airlines, highlighting growing frustration over add-on fees and onboard comfort.
Amadeus Acquires SkyLink to Accelerate AI-Powered Corporate Travel Booking
By
Marcus Bennett
• 3 mins read
Amadeus expands its AI strategy with the acquisition of SkyLink, a conversational booking platform embedded in enterprise chat tools.
Marriott’s Q4 Slows as Government Travel Falls, Luxury Stays Resilient
By
Eleanor Price
• 3 mins read
A prolonged U.S. government shutdown weighed on Marriott’s fourth-quarter results, but strong leisure and luxury demand helped offset the decline in business travel.
TSA Confirms Early Success of ConfirmID as REAL ID Enforcement Tightens
By
Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
TSA reports strong early results from the rollout of ConfirmID, a paid identity verification option for travelers without REAL ID, as airport compliance rates rise nationwide.