Business News
Companies Place Bids for Virgin America Takeover
JetBlue Airways and Alaska Air Group have both made offers.
By Reuters
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Building a Business
Venture Capitalists Are More Likely to Help Startups They Can Visit Via a Direct Flight
If you want more guidance for your company, it helps to be easily accessible.
By Laura Entis
Building a Business
Watch Legendary Entrepreneur Richard Branson Share His Secrets to Startup Success
The British serial entrepreneur recently spoke in L.A. about how startups can take the global market by storm with revolutionary ideas.
Business News
United, American Airlines to Once Again Offer Free Snacks to Coach Travelers
It turns out, a little bit of salt and sugar matters to customers.
By Nina Zipkin
Business News
United Airlines Slapped with $2.75 Million Fine Over Flight Delays
The second-largest U.S. carrier at times did not return wheelchairs to customers promptly or give them adequate help, according to Department of Transportation.
By Reuters
Online Presence
7 Social Media Fails So Disastrous, They Shocked the Experts
Here's why it's best to think before posting.
By Carly Okyle
Building a Business
4 Pain Points of Future Flights and How to Handle Them
All signs point to worsening flight experiences. What can be done?
Business News
U.S. Airlines Are Exploring a Seating Option Called ‘Last Class’ That’s Below Coach
Major carriers such as American and Delta are seeking to compete with the growing popularity of budget airlines Spirit, Frontier and Allegiant.
By Geoff Weiss
Entrepreneurs
7 Tips for International Business Travel From a Multi-Million Miler
Use the same air carrier for frequent flyer perks, remember your visa and be sure to stay hydrated and rested as you travel the world.
By Ken Dunn
Entrepreneurs
The 10 Longest Nonstop Flights in the World
Does spending 17 hours in the air sound like a blissful escape -- or a cramped eternity?
By Geoff Weiss
Business News
Airbus Files Patent That Shows Airplane Passengers Stacked On Top of Each Other
Because people aren't already crammed into planes like sardines.
Marketing
Here’s Why JetBlue Wanted New Yorkers to Steal Its Outdoor Posters
'Only a real New Yorker can pull this off,' the airline teased on bus-shelter ads across the city.
By Geoff Weiss
Business News
American Airlines Grounds Flights Amid Tech Issues
The airline stopped flights heading to Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare and Miami.
By Reuters
Tech
In-Flight Wi-Fi Might Soon Be Less of a Joke
The FAA just approved testing of Wi-Fi tech that could be 20 times faster than the snail's pace rubbish we put up with now.
Entrepreneurs
Flying Coach? 5 Tactics for Getting an Upgrade.
Why fly the friendly skies in cramped economy when you could fly like a boss? If you're lucky...
Entrepreneurs
Flying Economy Stinks. Here Are Some Ways – Crazy and Otherwise –That People Want to Make It Better.
They range from redesigning the way we board, to redesigning the cabin and seats themselves.
By Laura Entis
Building a Business
Solar-Powered Plane Halts Its Around-the-World Journey Due to Battery Problems
The Solar Impulse 2 will continue its 12-leg journey in April of next year.
Building a Business
How One Airline Hopes to Make You Actually Want the Middle Seat
It might be the budget airline's only perk.
Building a Business
The 10 Best Airlines in the World
Skytrax has released its annual ranking of the top airlines on the planet. Unsurprisingly, U.S.-based airlines are not among the most well regarded.
By Jason Fell
Building a Business
Why You Should Discriminate Amongst Customers, and Be Proud of It
Although we all want to feel that every customer is equal and loved, the fact is that all customers are not equal or loved.
By Gene Marks
Entrepreneurs
5 Ways to Travel More Comfortably on a Budget
Harried travellers are vulnerable to overpaying for bad food and overlooking perks available for the asking. You can do better.
Business News
U.S. Airlines Group Expects Busiest Summer Travel Season
Carriers are increasing the number of seats available for booking to accommodate the demand.
By Reuters
Business News
Airlines Are Freeing Up More Frequent Flier Seats
This is something frustrated fliers will find hard to believe, but it appears to be true.
By Phil LeBeau
Building a Business
Business Travelers: Is Loyalty Dead?
Airline and hotel loyalty programs have undergone some significant changes in the last few years.
Entrepreneurs
The 6 Best Airlines for Business Travelers
Forget the biggest carriers: These smaller airlines offer great amenities, fewer layovers and solid reward programs.
By Brad Wilson
Building a Business
What It Means to Be JetBlue’s Wine Expert
Jon Bonné is helping to take the airline industry beyond the simple choice of red or white.
By Kate Taylor
Business News
The Airlines and Hotels That Rank Highest for Customer Service
Which companies came out on top? Find out here.