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business13 hours ago•2 min saved

Airlines Raise Checked-Bag Fees, With Basic-Economy Hit Harder

American Airlines joined Delta, United, JetBlue, and Southwest in lifting checked-bag fees, with basic-economy fares paying higher charges than standard fares. Starting May 18, first bags cost $55 (or $50 online) and second bags $65 (or $60 online) for basic economy, while regular fares see a $10 increase for the first bag to $50 and $60 for a second (with online discounts). The changes add seat-selection fees for all basic-economy travelers and remove complimentary upgrades. The industry cites rising jet-fuel costs amid Middle East tensions as a key driver, even as demand remains strong and carriers push premium options.

via CNBC|

#airlines #american-airlines #bag-fees

world22 hours ago•17 min saved

EU Braces for Jet Fuel Crunch Within Weeks as Hormuz Disruption Persists

ACI Europe warns that a prolonged disruption through the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a systemic EU jet-fuel shortage within three weeks, as about 30% of Europe’s jet fuel imports come from the Gulf and refining capacity is limited. Seven Italian airports have already seen fuel supply tightness, and airlines are passing higher costs to customers amid rising crude prices and a heavy reliance on imports ahead of peak summer travel.

via Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com|

#aci-europe #europe #jet-fuel

business1 day ago•4 min saved

EU airports brace for jet-fuel crunch as Hormuz disruption looms

ACI Europe warns that European airports could face a systemic jet-fuel shortage within three weeks if the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted; reserves are running low and fuel prices have surged, with suppliers unable to guarantee deliveries into May, prompting EU monitoring calls and potential airline cutbacks to cope with higher costs.

via Financial Times|

#aci-europe #aviation #business

business1 day ago•6 min saved

EU braces for jet fuel shock as Hormuz closure looms

ACI Europe warned that if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, Europe could face a systemic jet fuel shortage within three weeks since about half of the region’s jet fuel imports come from the Persian Gulf. A supply crunch would disrupt airport operations and air connectivity, hitting smaller airports hardest, while fuel prices have already surged to record highs and some airlines have cut flights and raised passenger charges. The industry urged EU action—collective jet fuel purchasing, temporary easing of import restrictions, and increased support for sustainable aviation fuel—to avert disruption that could threaten jobs and GDP, given aviation supports about €851 billion in GDP and 14 million jobs.

via BBC|

#aci-europe #aviation #business

business2 days ago•3 min saved

Iran War Pushes March CPI Higher Across Cars, Travel, and Food

The March consumer-price index is expected to rise 3.4% year over year, the biggest jump in two years, as costs tied to the Iran conflict lift prices across the economy—particularly for autos, jet fuel, and food—creating spillovers through manufacturing and travel and leaving Fed policy on hold until the data are in.

via Business Insider|

#airlines #business #cpi

business2 days ago•3 min saved

Jet-Fuel Squeeze Pushes U.S. Airlines to Hike Baggage Fees

Delta, United and JetBlue have raised baggage fees as jet-fuel costs surge amid the US-Israeli campaign against Iran; Delta increases first/second bag fees by $10 (to $45 and $55) and makes a third bag $200, while United’s fees rise to $45 for the first bag booked ahead (or $50 last-minute) and $55–$60 for the second bag; JetBlue also hikes fees on a sliding scale. The move comes as fuel prices in major hubs climb from about $2.50 to roughly $4.81 per gallon, with carriers citing evolving global conditions. Despite the cost pressures, Delta projects about $1 billion in pre-tax profit for the June quarter.

via theguardian.com|

#airlines #baggage-fees #business

business11 days ago•2 min saved

JetBlue Hikes Checked-Bag Fees as Fuel Costs Soar

JetBlue is raising checked-bag fees as jet fuel costs rise amid global tensions, increasing the first bag fee to $39 off-peak and $49 peak for domestic/Caribbean/Latin America routes (from $35 and $40). Paying less than 24 hours before departure adds $10. Some travelers—such as those with co‑branded credit cards or elite status—are exempt. The move mirrors a broader industry trend of airlines offsetting higher fuel costs while trying to keep base fares competitive.

via CNBC|

#airfare #airlines #baggage-fees

energy13 days ago•4 min saved

Europe Munition: Jet-Fuel Squeeze Grows as Iran War Disrupts Flows

European jet-fuel imports are seen dropping to about 420,000 barrels per day this week, a roughly 40% fall from last week as Middle East flows slow due to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruption, raising the risk of a supply crunch ahead of the peak travel season; while alternative sources exist, they’re unlikely to fully offset the shortfall, prompting airlines to consider backup fuelling plans and potential route adjustments or cancellations if shortages worsen.

via Financial Times|

#aviation #energy #europe

business14 days ago•5 min saved

Oil surge lifts airfares and rattles airlines’ outlook

Rising oil prices tied to the Iran conflict are pushing jet fuel costs higher and likely driving summer airfares up; United Airlines warns of up to $11 billion in losses if prices stay elevated, and Spirit and other carriers have cut routes or faced bankruptcy risk, with West Coast fuel costs contributing to a grimmer, more expensive travel outlook.

via Los Angeles Times|

#air-travel #airlines #business

business16 days ago•4 min saved

Iran Conflict Clouds U.S. Prices From Gas Pumps to Jet Fares

With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed amid the Iran-Israel-U.S. conflict, global oil shortages are lifting U.S. gasoline and diesel costs, potentially driving up groceries as trucking and manufacturing costs rise; fertilizer and helium supplies are strained, impacting agriculture and tech sectors; jet fuel has more than doubled, squeezing airlines and lifting airfares, while mortgage rates rise (about 6.22%), adding headwinds to the spring housing market.

via The Guardian|

#business #fertilizers #jet-fuel

business19 days ago•5 min saved

Oil Shock Prompts Airlines to Trim Capacity and Brace for the Long Haul

Rising oil prices tied to the Iran conflict are forcing airlines to prepare for a prolonged energy crunch: United Airlines plans to cut about 5% of its scheduled flights in Q2–Q3 as jet fuel costs climb toward $175 per barrel, with prices not expected to fall back to $100 until the end of 2027; American Airlines has also increased fuel spending, highlighting a broader industry squeeze that could hurt profitability and ripple through the economy if prices stay elevated.

via WIRED|

#airlines #business #iran-war

business20 days ago•3 min saved

United Airlines trims capacity as jet-fuel shock looms

United Airlines will cut about five percentage points of planned capacity this year, including roughly three points of off-peak flying in Q2–Q3 and suspending service to Tel Aviv and Dubai, with a plan to restore the schedule in the fall. CEO Scott Kirby warned oil could rise to $175 a barrel, lifting annual fuel costs by about $11 billion, well above the carrier’s profit in its best year. Despite near-term cuts, United sticks to its growth plan, delivering about 120 new aircraft this year and 130 by 2028, and expects fares and capacity discipline to offset higher fuel costs without furloughs.

via CNBC|

#business #capacity-cuts #fares

business21 days ago•3 min saved

Airlines Brace for Fuel Risk With Contingency Plans

Major airlines are drawing up contingency plans in response to fears of jet fuel shortages, signaling preparations to mitigate potential supply disruptions in the aviation sector.

via Financial Times|

#airlines #aviation #business

business24 days ago•1 min saved

Jet-Fuel Surge Pushes Up Fares, but Travel Demand Remains Robust

Jet-fuel costs have surged about 50% since the Iran war began, prompting U.S. airlines to raise fares even as executives say overall travel demand remains strong and profit forecasts are intact, aided by several top sales days this year.

via The New York Times|

#airline-industry #business #fuel-costs

business26 days ago•4 min saved

US Flights Get pricier and less convenient as fuel costs rise and TSA shortages bite

A DHS partial shutdown has caused TSA staffing shortages and hourslong security lines at airports, while the Iran conflict has driven up jet-fuel costs. Airlines are already raising ticket prices and fuel surcharges, with forecasts suggesting further fare increases if fuel costs stay elevated, signaling that flying in the near term could be pricier and less convenient.

via NBC News|

#airlines #aviation #business