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• Gulf Coast's tourism industry readies for storm
The big airlines have issued weather waivers in the area hit by Gustav, most allowing travelers to shift tickets for free to another day and, sometimes, to another destination.
• Federal money may bring back Charlotte flights
PUNTA GORDA: Ask Charlotte County Airport Director Gary Quill if he’s negotiating with airlines, and you’ll get a wry smile. “Yes we are,” he said. “Stay tuned.” The Charlotte County Airport is still stinging nearly five months after ...
• Passengers stranded by budget airline collapse
Britain's Civil Aviation Authority advised passengers to fly on other airlines and apply to their credit card companies for reimbursement. While passengers who reserved their flights by credit card or as part of a package holiday are all but ...
• Machinists union leaders call for Boeing strike
Airlines, meanwhile, have been struggling with rising fuel costs. Several carriers have posted big losses in recent months and some have been forced to postpone aircraft deliveries.
• Airline shrinkage to make seats scarce this fall
Together, the numbers represent the biggest contraction in the industry since 2001 and a potentially game-changing challenge to both the airlines and their passengers.