April 10, 2013
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Since its inception 41 years ago, Southwest Airlines has believed in doing the right thing by consistently giving back to the communities it serves. In celebration of Earth Day and National Volunteer Week, Southwest is continuing its pledge to sustainability and its dedication to volunteerism with the second annual "Month of Giving Back," joining...
April 1, 2013
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Question: I've always been fascinated at how they could strap the space shuttle on top of a 747 and fly it across the county. How does the extra weight from the shuttle not keep the plane from lifting off, and how does it not disrupt the airflow around the 747 and make it unstable?
— submitted by reader Doug in Indy
Answer: NASA and Boeing...
March 26, 2013
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Delta Airlines carried the most passengers last year of any U.S. airline, according to a new report released on Tuesday.
However, Southwest Airlines had the most domestic passengers than any other carrier, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics said.
As an industry, U.S. airlines carried 0.8 percent more passengers in 2012 for a total of 736.6 million....
March 18, 2013
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When it comes to plugging in and dining out, Atlanta has the best airport in the U.S.
It's also tops when it comes to connecting to another flight and finding amenities such as a mini-spa or specialty shop to while away the time before takeoff.
The plaudits for Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International, the world's busiest airport, come in a new...
March 11, 2013
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From inside the cockpit, Cal Flanigan watched Delta Air Lines grow over the decades from a Southern regional carrier to a global airline that assigned him to pilot its inaugural flights to Dubai and other cities worldwide.
Now, after 37 years, Delta's longest-serving pilot is hanging up his captain's stripes. Flanigan is turning 65, which is the mandatory...
March 4, 2013
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Imagine this: Would you trust a travel website to make the final decision on where you go on vacation in exchange for a steep discount on the flights?
That's the premise of a new flight-booking website, GetGoing, that touts itself as the place "where flexible travel meets big savings," with discounts of up to 40%.
I have to admit I initially shuddered...
February 25, 2013
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If you're planning a trip with family or a group of friends - even if there are just two of you - here's a simple shopping tip that could save money:
If you need more than one ticket, shop for airfare one passenger at a time.
Two-step shopping method
Say you and four others are planning a trip together. How to purchase those 5 tickets:
Step 1: When...
February 18, 2013
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AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines, Inc., and US Airways Group, Inc. today announced that the boards of directors of both companies have unanimously approved a definitive merger agreement under which the companies will combine to create a premier global carrier, which will have an implied combined equity value of approximately...
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