The flight, from Las Vegas to Atlanta, was stalled at Harry Reid International Airport, leaving passengers sweltering in triple-digit temperatures, the department said.
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Airlines Are Thriving as People Keep Traveling
Three large U.S. airlines have reported strong quarterly sales and profits in recent days because of strong demand, high fares and relatively low fuel prices.
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Lawmakers Seek More Long-Distance Flights From Reagan National Airport
Dozens of lawmakers are seeking to loosen a law that limits long-distance flights to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. For some of them, success could mean a shorter commute.
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Fourth of July Travel: What to Expect This Weekend
Delays and cancellations have hit airports in the Northeast, just in time for the July 4 holiday. Airlines and regulators are bickering about who is to blame. Here’s what you need to know.
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Summer Airline Woes Are Here: What to Expect Traveling This Weekend.
Delays and cancellations have hit airports in the Northeast, just in time for the July 4 holiday. Airlines and regulators are bickering about who is to blame. Here’s what you need to know.
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Airport Lounges: How You Can Get Inside
Originally popular as respites for elite or frequent fliers, lounges are filling up as more passengers have access to them. But with terminals packed, they’re still havens.
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Airlines and F.A.A. Try to Head Off Summer Travel Meltdowns
Having angered travelers and lawmakers, airline executives and aviation officials said they were reducing flights, hiring staff and making other changes to avoid disruptions this summer.
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It’s Not Your Imagination: First Class Is Getting Bigger
Aiming to boost revenue and cater to a rising number of passengers willing to pay for premium seats, airlines are reconfiguring cabins and flying larger planes.
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Earnings Season Arrives With Recession Fears Front and Center
Investors will be closely watching whether worries about an economic slowdown dent corporate profits, and lead to further layoffs.
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Consumer Help: What Are the Rule for Flying With Pets?
A gate agent suddenly objected to a canine who’d flown previously on the same route, saying the carrier wasn’t big enough. Our columnist tries to sort out what the actual rules for pets on planes are.
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F.A.A. Issues Safety Alert After Runway Near Misses
The New York Times – Business:After a series of high-profile episodes at major airports, the Federal Aviation Administration has taken steps in recent months to address airport safety.
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Delta Pilots Approve Contract Raising Pay by 34%
The New York Times – Travel:The agreement could affect ongoing negotiations between pilots’ unions and other large airlines.