Southwest Airlines has recently implemented a new policy for plus-sized passengers, causing controversy among travelers. The new rule, effective January 27, 2026, requires passengers who cannot fit within the armrests of their seat to book an additional one before their flight. This change has sparked mixed reactions, with many expressing disappointment and concern over the […]

Shilla Duty Free, a South Korean travel retailer, has recently partnered with French luxury house, Chanel, to open a two-level boutique at Incheon International Airport. This is the first Chanel boutique in the travel retail channel in South Korea and is set to be followed by a Dior boutique in the first half of next […]

Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy for Second Time, Announces Reduction of Flight Network and Fleet Spirit Airlines, a low-cost carrier based in Florida, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than a year. The airline made the filing on Friday in New York, citing assets and liabilities between $1 […]

Spirit Aviation Holdings Inc.has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year. The airline, which has been struggling with financial issues, submitted a Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition in New York on Friday. According to the filing, Spirit has assets and liabilities ranging from $1 billion to $10 billion. The news caused […]

A recent incident on a Southwest Airlines flight has resulted in a lawsuit targeting not only the alleged attacker, but also the airline’s open seating policy. Livia Rombola filed the suit in New York Supreme Court on August 25, 2025, naming Southwest Airlines and passenger Leanna Perry as defendants. The incident occurred on June 16, […]

In a landmark decision, a New York district court has ruled that families of 9/11 victims can sue the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its alleged involvement in the terrorist attacks. The ruling, made by District Judge George Daniels on Thursday, was made possible by a 2016 law that weakens the legal protections typically enjoyed […]

JetBlue Cuts Routes to Tampa from Northeastern U. S. JetBlue has recently announced changes to its network out of Tampa, including the suspension of services from Newark and termination of services from Providence, R. I. These changes were reported by Simple Flying, a news source dedicated to the aviation industry. The airline’s decision to cut […]

Guam’s tourism industry is set to receive a boost with the approval of the Guam Visitors Bureau’s (GVB) airline incentive program. The $10 million initiative, recently approved by the GVB’s board of directors, aims to retain existing air routes and attract new flights to the island. The program, which was included in the fiscal 2026 […]

Japan Airlines Looks to Second Half of 2025 for Growth Japan Airlines is optimistic about its prospects in the second half of 2025. The airline has seen a surge in international demand, thanks to an increase in inbound tourism, and its domestic traffic remains strong. To continue its growth, the airline has made several upgrades […]

Dominica, a stunning Caribbean island, is set to become more accessible for British travelers with the construction of a new international airport. The project, which is estimated to cost approximately £292 million, is currently underway and is expected to be completed by 2027. This development will allow for direct flights from the UK, making the […]