Cut-rate carriers still rate high

Jon Surmacz · March 17, 2008

Christopher Elliott looks at why budget carriers like Southwest and JetBlue are still the tops with travelers, in spite of some high-profile gaffes.

 

Dealing with death at 30,000 feet

Jon Surmacz · February 29, 2008

Statistically, you’re more likely to die in a plane crash than have a medical emergency that leads to death on an airplane. Still, airlines have to be prepared for such a rare occurrence.

 

Discount carriers target biz class

Jon Surmacz · February 28, 2008

Discount airlines are courting a more lucrative travel market — the business traveler. The New York Times takes a look at how JetBlue and Southwest are tailoring their services to attract business customers.