Delta enters key period as pilots consider strike
Delta heads into key two weeks as pilots consider strike — The union representing Delta Air Lines pilots is scheduled today to announce results of a strike-authorization vote, kicking off what is likely to be the most grueling two weeks since the Atlanta-based carrier filed for bankruptcy-court protection in September. (USA Today)
Two air marshals plead guilty to drug, bribery charges — Two federal air marshals pleaded guilty Monday to drug and bribery charges and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors, raising the possibility that other air marshals are under investigation. (The Houston Chronicle)
JetBlue adds spa amenities on redeye flights — JetBlue Airways will offer spa products on its redeye flights, hoping to fill seats in fiercely competitive transcontinental markets as high fuel prices continue to plague the airline industry. (AP)
United rescinds business-fare increase — United Airlines has dropped the $50 one-way air fare increase it put into place for business travelers last week after other carriers decided not to match it, a spokeswoman said Monday. (AP)
MaxJet adds new London route — Boutique airline MaxJet Airways was set to launch its Dulles - to-Stansted, England, direct flight service today, complete with beef tenderloin on demand, ample leg room and almost fully reclining seats. The only catch: It’s an all business-class service that will be well above most coach fares. (The Washington Post)
Real estate: The JetBlue effect — You don’t have to be affluent to fly off to your weekend getaway anymore — with the rise of discount flyers like JetBlue and Southwest Air, second-home buyers have expanded their target areas outward. (CNN/Money.com)
A reserved spot at Logan Airport: $300 — When Boston’s Logan International Airport begins offering a reserved parking-space program this summer, officials expect to charge customers $200 to sign up, plus a $100 annual fee, and a $5 daily surcharge for the spaces, airport officials said. (The Boston Globe)
Oklahoma tornado damages hotel, airport — A small tornado touched down in northeast Tulsa, causing damage at Tulsa International Airport, a neighboring hotel and dozens of vehicles, officials said Sunday. (AP)
Delta pilots vote to authorize strike — Delta Air Lines pilots, angered by management’s effort to throw out their contract and impose deep pay cuts, on Tuesday voted by a wide margin to authorize a strike, union leaders said. (AP)
Carriers add a bundle of new charges — Airlines are starting to charge for many services that once were free — such as assigned seating, paper tickets and blankets. (AP)
Manchester airport may add ‘Boston’ to its name — Manchester Airport reportedly is considering adding “Boston” to its name to better compete for passengers traveling to and from Massachusetts. The airport, which is located 55 miles northwest of Boston in Manchester, N.H., is considering adopting the name Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. (Boston Business Journal)
Hilton eases boarding pass printing — Hilton Hawaiian Village kiosks on its property can now be used to print boarding passes for at least 18 airlines. This is the first full week of the service, introduced simultaneously at all Hilton campuses. (Pacific Business News)
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