Air Travel
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American Airlines Ends Economy-to-Business Upgrades on Some Domestic Routes
American Airlines is changing how complimentary upgrades work on select transcontinental and Hawaii flights, and the update will not necessarily be an improvement.
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American Airlines Raises Admirals Club Membership to $1,400
American Airlines will raise Admirals Club membership prices to as much as $1,400 beginning August 23, while adding a cheaper single-member tier.
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FAA Certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 After Years of Delays
The Federal Aviation Administration has finally certified the Boeing 737 MAX 7, clearing the smallest member of the 737 MAX family for production.
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Sapphire Lounges Leave Priority Pass, Extend Layover Access From 3 to 5 Hours
Beginning August 15, 2026, Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club locations will no longer participate in either the Priority Pass or LoungeKey networks.
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American Airlines Tightens 24-Hour Refund Policy for Last-Minute Bookings
American Airlines now limits its 24-hour refund policy to tickets booked at least seven days before departure, matching DOT minimum requirements.
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Delta Raises Change and Cancellation Fees to as Much as $500
Delta has introduced tiered change and cancellation fees for Basic fares, with premium-cabin penalties now reaching as much as $500.
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JetBlue Launches BlueFirst and New Base, Standard and Flex Fares
JetBlue is introducing BlueFirst domestic first class and reorganizing its booking experience around four onboard products and three fare types.
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JetBlue Wins Spirit Airlines’ Coveted LaGuardia Slots
JetBlue has won the auction for Spirit Airlines’ valuable LaGuardia Airport slots, strengthening its position at one of the nation’s busiest airports.
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Southwest Schedule Extension Through Spring 2026
Southwest Airlines has extended its schedule through April 5, 2027, offering customers a head start to book spring break travel.Â
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Chase Sapphire Lounge Opens at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
The Chase Sapphire Lounge at DFW opens July 16 with dining, showers, wellness treatments and the network’s first whiskey lounge.
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United Will Sell Empty Middle Seats as a New Economy Plus Upsell
United Airlines plans to sell a new Economy Plus option with permanently empty middle seats and built-in tables on its Airbus A321XLR.
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Southwest Companion Pass, How To Earn It and Use It
The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the most coveted elite travel benefits. Learn how it works, how to earn it, and how to maximize its value.
