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Georgia governor reinstates jet fuel tax breakThe move reverses the decision by the state legislature in March to quash the tax break as punishment for Delta's decision to...

Analogic's ConneCT 3-D baggage-screening system at New York's Kennedy Airport.

TSA widens deployment of 3-D scanners at airportsThe computerized axial tomography (CT) scanners are coming to 12 additional airports, part of a plan to test more than 145 of...

TSA program uses air marshals to stake out passengersUnder the program, called Quiet Skies, the agency puts air marshals on flights to monitor individuals who aren't under formal...

U.S. airlines cut flights to Mexico beach areas

U.S. airlines cut flights to Mexico beach areasDelta, American and United all cited weakness in their second-quarter earnings calls.

Delta testing upscale dining in international economyPassengers get a welcome glass of sparkling wine or sparkling water, appetizer service, upgraded entrees and meals served on...

Southwest CEO: Seat assignments a possibility

Southwest CEO: Seat assignments a possibilityNo changes are in the offing, but CEO Gary Kelly said the airline is open to doing seat assignments in the future.

Facing competitive pressure, AA to allow carry-on bag for basic economy

Facing competitive pressure, AA to allow carry-on bag for basic economyConceding that it was losing out to Delta's less restrictive option, American Airlines will change its policy beginning Sept....

Flying with kids? Southwest ranked best airline for families

Flying with kids? Southwest ranked best airline for familiesThat's the conclusion of loyalty travel website The Points Guy, which weighed the policies and offerings of airlines in 10...

Airlines scrub 'Taiwan' from websitesThe Chinese government in April told all airlines to strike references to Taiwan as an independent territory.

American Airlines makes basic economy buyout easier for agentsPreviously, an upgrade to economy could only be accomplished via phone. Now, the change can be made online.