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Airport Security 2.0 The National Geographic Share     Now playing at an airport near you: Stern-faced agents. Snaking lines. Screeching magnetometers. Put them together, and it makes for compelling theater. But just how safe are we, really? Almost a decade after 9/11—years of liquid bans, problem underwire bras, no-fly lists, armed air marshals, and reinforced cockpit doors—the state of airline security is mixed. More Atlas Air launches outsourced passenger aircraft operations Businesswire via Wall Street Journal Share
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc., a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft operating solutions, announced that its Atlas Air unit has launched new outsourced premium passenger private charter service on behalf of the United States-Africa Energy Association. The service, known as the "Houston Express," has been made possible by a commercial arrangement with USAEA's agent, SonAir-Servico Aereo, S.A. More AMTSociety announces 'Passing the Wrench' program Aircraft Maintenance Technology Share
AMTSociety recently created a program called "Passing the Wrench," a way to promote the profession of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. "Historically, AMTs have been known to assist their fellow colleagues and passionately promote their industry throughout their entire career," said Tom Hendershot, Executive Director, AMTSociety. "It's only natural to bring those two qualities together to honor late AMTSociety members. By extending the life of their tools, we are extending their contribution to the industry." More Airline passenger happiness rises despite higher fees and fares The Star-Ledger Share
Airline passengers are happier with most of the nation's carriers than they have been in three years, according to a study released recently. About 10 of the dozen airlines consumers were asked to rank had higher satisfaction scores than they did last year, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. More Delta + AirElite Charter Operation = Corporate Bigwig Airlines BNET Share
There is no shortage of charter aircraft operators in the U.S., so for an operator to differentiate itself from the rest of the pack, it has to play to its strengths. That's what the charter outfit Delta AirElite, a unit of Delta Air Lines , is doing by offering wealthy customers a one-stop-shop for mixed private-jet and commercial flight travel. More Emirates orders 32 Airbus A380 jetliners The Wall Street Journal Share
Dubai's Emirates Airline ordered 32 additional Airbus A380 superjumbo jetliners, and deliberately announced the $11.5 billion deal in Germany's capital to fight a trade battle with flag carrier Deutsche Lufthansa AG. More Airport check-in: New airport opens in Florida Panhandle USA Today Share
Northwest Florida has a new commercial airport. The Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, near Panama City, opened with flights operated by Southwest and Delta. It's the first international airport to be built in the U.S. in more than a decade and replaces Panama City-Bay County International Airport, which will be demolished. The St. Joe Co., one of Florida's largest real estate developers, courted Southwest by agreeing to cover the airline against any losses for three years. More Air travel's costly future The New York Times Share
Anyone who flies regularly knows that the state of air travel is bleak, so it may be encouraging to hear that the federal government has put together an influential group to suggest ways to fix the industry's most pressing problems. More Spirit Airlines: We'll keep flying if pilots strike USA Today Share
Spirit Airlines pledged to keep flying passengers even if its pilots follow through on a threatened strike. Though it offered few specifics, Spirit says it plans to work with other airlines to keep flying if its pilots walk off the job. Spirit spokeswoman Misty Pinson tells The Associated Press the carrier is "partnering with other air carrier providers to continue to serve our customers." Pinson did not say which airlines Spirit would work with, nor did she offer details about whether the carrier planned to fly a full or partial schedule in the event of a strike. More |
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