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Fuel crunch won't shield airlines from EU passenger-compensation rules
business18 days ago

Fuel crunch won't shield airlines from EU passenger-compensation rules

EU Transport Commissioner says jet-fuel shortages do not qualify as extraordinary circumstances under EU passenger rights rules, so airlines must reimburse passengers for trips cancelled this summer; while some carriers have hedged fuel to limit disruption, others like Lufthansa and Aer Lingus have canceled flights; the UK remains under EU rules post-Brexit; amid the fuel crisis, AirAsia announced a $19 billion deal to buy 150 Airbus A220 jets, with potential expansion to 300, boosting Belfast wing production jobs.

via The Guardian|
#airlines#business#eu-law
Delta's Hidden Scheduling Woes Drive Weekend Flight Cancellations
business21 days ago

Delta's Hidden Scheduling Woes Drive Weekend Flight Cancellations

Delta canceled about 500 flights over the weekend, far more than American and United, due to crew scheduling issues. An internal memo shows pilots’ acceptance of extra trips collapsed to 2% from about 37% year over year, and reveals Delta relies on a complex 23.M.7 system to fill gaps, used 10–15 times more than last year, contributing to inefficiency. The airline is renegotiating its pilot contract, increasing reserves and hiring, and affected travelers can be rebooked at no extra cost and may receive compensation.

via Business Insider|
#23m7#business#crew-scheduling
Spirit Airlines abruptly collapses, halting all operations after bailout failure
business23 days ago

Spirit Airlines abruptly collapses, halting all operations after bailout failure

Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down operations after failing to secure a $500 million federal bailout, canceling about 277 Saturday flights and leaving more than 17,000 employees out of work; refunds will be handled by third parties and there is no Spirit assistance for rebooking, while other carriers offer rescue fares to stranded travelers as the industry faces ongoing financial pressures and fallout from a blocked merger.

via New York Post|
#airline-industry#bailout#bankruptcy
SAS to Cancel Roughly 1,000 April Flights as Fuel Costs Jump
business2 months ago

SAS to Cancel Roughly 1,000 April Flights as Fuel Costs Jump

Scandinavian Airlines will cancel about 1,000 flights in April (with additional March cancellations) due to sharp rises in oil and jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions. The airline says it’s absorbing some costs but may raise prices if the situation persists, offering rebookings and early notices, with more short‑term cancellations expected after Easter as traffic typically dips.

via New York Post|
#april-flights#business#flight-cancellations
Winter Storm Grinds Minnesota Travel as Crashes and Cancellations Surge
local2 months ago

Winter Storm Grinds Minnesota Travel as Crashes and Cancellations Surge

A powerful winter storm dumps heavy snow across Minnesota, triggering dozens of crashes and hundreds of flight cancellations at MSP as blizzard conditions persist. From midnight to 1 p.m. Sunday, the Minnesota State Patrol logged 62 crashes and 295 vehicles off the roads, with eight jackknifed semis and 14 spinouts. MSP reported about 360 departures canceled and 332 arrivals; Rochester International Airport closed until at least 10 a.m. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect through 4 a.m. Monday, and officials urge people to stay home as 4–6 more inches of snow are expected, with possible whiteout conditions. Travel advisories are in place across several Minnesota counties and parts of Wisconsin.

via kare11.com|
#flight-cancellations#local#mn-weather
Weekend Snowstorm Grounds Hundreds of MSP Flights
travel2 months ago

Weekend Snowstorm Grounds Hundreds of MSP Flights

A weekend snowstorm forced mass flight cancellations at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport, with 346 arrivals canceled and 381 departures canceled (over 660 total). Heavy snow and 30–50 mph winds disrupted travel statewide; despite the disruptions, 69 departures and 105 arrivals were on time, and MnDOT issued a no-travel advisory for southern Minnesota.

via CBS News|
#air-travel-disruption#flight-cancellations#minneapolis-st-paul-international-airport
Minnesota braces for March blizzard as National Guard stands by
weather2 months ago

Minnesota braces for March blizzard as National Guard stands by

A major March snowstorm prompts Gov. Walz to authorize the Minnesota National Guard for potential rescues, with armories placed around the state and snow emergencies declared in the Twin Cities. The storm triggers widespread travel disruptions, including hundreds of MSP flight cancellations, a multi-vehicle crash on I-35, business closures, and parking adjustments, while residents are urged to prepare emergency kits and monitor updates.

via CBS News|
#flight-cancellations#minnesota#national-guard
Southwest exits O’Hare and Dulles from Phoenix, refocusing DC service
business2 months ago

Southwest exits O’Hare and Dulles from Phoenix, refocusing DC service

Southwest Airlines will discontinue Phoenix-to-O’Hare and Phoenix-to-Dulles service starting June 4, canceling affected bookings with refunds available; employees can bid for open positions; the airline will serve the DC area from Baltimore/Washington International and Reagan National instead, while continuing Midway operations; O’Hare operations have been challenging and are tied to FAA discussions on flight reductions.

via AZ Family|
#business#dulles-international-airport#flight-cancellations