Airlines

U.S. Transportation Department Investigates Frequent Flyer Programs

U.S. Transportation Department Investigates Frequent Flyer Programs

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg orders four major airlines to provide details on frequent flyer programs.

Is It Time to Re-Fuel Airline Regulation?

Is It Time to Re-Fuel Airline Regulation?

A Penn Program on Regulation panel considers the merits of reforming U.S. aviation regulation.

EU Air Passenger Protections Fell Short During Pandemic

EU Air Passenger Protections Fell Short During Pandemic

Audit report shows that, despite mandates and state financial support, EU airlines often failed to reimburse passengers.

Vaccinating the Skies

Vaccinating the Skies

Advocates say a vaccine mandate for domestic flights could help keep travelers safe.

In Air and Unmasked

In Air and Unmasked

CDC orders masks on domestic flights after airlines’ self-enforced mask mandates do not yield compliance.

Strengthening Accountability for Aviation Safety

Strengthening Accountability for Aviation Safety

Requiring airplane manufacturing CEOs to certify airplane safety could prevent tragedies.

Tightening Service and Emotional Support Animal Regulations

Tightening Service and Emotional Support Animal Regulations

Debate ignites over regulating service and support animals on airplanes and in public accommodations.

What Should Regulators Do About Pilot Depression?

What Should Regulators Do About Pilot Depression?

A French agency’s report on the Germanwings accident reassesses the balance between medical privacy and public safety.

Clearer Skies Await

Clearer Skies Await

International fuel efficiency standards for aircraft near enactment.

FAA Proposes Aircraft Retrofit Requirement

FAA Proposes Aircraft Retrofit Requirement

Some cockpit displays may fail because of Wi-Fi interference.