Archive for: December 2009

December 30, 2009

Top five travel resolutions for 2010

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Dec 2009

Forget about the same-old New Year’s resolutions. We all want to lose weight, exercise more and kick our bad habits. But this year, why not swap a generic New Years resolution list for something more unique? See the world and …

December 29, 2009

Solar-powered airplane takes flight

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 29 Dec 2009

All eyes were on the recent global climate conference in Copenhagen, but in small hangar in Switzerland, engineers focused on a future-changing aircraft that could alter the face of travel. Dr. Bertrand Piccard has assembled a vehicle that he believes …

TSA Updates: Be prepared for new security measures

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 29 Dec 2009

The Transportation Security Administration has updated its regulations in several directions over the last few days. Updates have ranged from large-scale to miniscule, but in order for travelers to be knowledgeable, the most up-to-date information is imperative.

December 28, 2009

Air Canada cancels short-haul flights to the U.S.

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 28 Dec 2009

New security measures put in place by Canadian and U.S. government authorities have caused significant delays in flights to/from Canada. As a result, Air Canada is cancelling its short-haul flights from Canada to the United States, effective today.

TSA Security update: New rules, heightened security in effect for travelers

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 28 Dec 2009

Following the Dec. 25, 2009, incident on Northwest fligth 253, new TSA rules have been issued for travelers on domestic and international flight.

December 18, 2009

Airlines ban together to buy greener jet fuel

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 18 Dec 2009

JetBlue, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are just a few of the airlines committed to purchasing alternative aviation fuel for “greener” flying.

Cheapflights names the top iPhone flight applications

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 18 Dec 2009

Don’t leave for your flight with these essential flight applications for your iPhone. Straight from the desk of the Cheapflights travel experts, we hand-selected the best flight apps for your traveling needs.

Boeing 787 Dreamliner finally takes flight

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 18 Dec 2009

With increased anticipation and excitement – albeit more than two years late – Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner finally takes its maiden voyage from Paine Field in Everett, Washington.

December 17, 2009

Court Blocks British Airways Cabin Crew Strike

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 17 Dec 2009

A London judge ruled that British Airways cabin crew was not allowed to strike over Christmas and New Year’s Day, as previously planned. According to CNN.com, Judge Laura Cox issued an injunction blocking the planned 12-day strike, which was scheduled….

American Airlines Chief Makes Plea for JAL

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 17 Dec 2009

Gerard Arpey of American offered to raise a $1.1 billion investment proposal for the Japanese carrier and criticized an alternative bid by Delta.

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