The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Delta Air Lines have announced the introduction of the latest technology to fight respiratory viral contamination at security checkpoints at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Beginning this month at MSP’s Terminal 1, as well as Delta’s other hubs at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), andContinue reading “Antimicrobial Security Bins Coming to MSP Airport”
Monthly Archives: September 2020
Twin Cities Airport Considering Waiver of Airline Fees
Minnesota’s Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is contemplating a proposal from a subcommittee that would financially benefit the airlines that serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Nearly $41 million that would be paid by the carriers for operating at the airport would be waived in an effort to support the airlines as they struggle withContinue reading “Twin Cities Airport Considering Waiver of Airline Fees”
More than 700 Travelers Banned from Flying for Not Wearing a Mask
If you think you can get away without wearing a mask during a flight with U.S. airlines, you may want to think again. More than 700 passengers-to-date have been banned for refusing to have a face covering since the domestic carriers mandate went into effect in early spring. Just like many restaurants and other retailersContinue reading “More than 700 Travelers Banned from Flying for Not Wearing a Mask”
U.S. Airlines Don’t Expect “Back to Normal” Until 2024
No one can argue that COVID19, the coronavirus pandemic, has changed the world as we knew it. Our carefree lifestyles that gave Americans the ability to get-up-and-go on a moments notice, whether it be to a restaurant, sporting event, or a distant destination half-way around the world, are no longer. And while every industry hasContinue reading “U.S. Airlines Don’t Expect “Back to Normal” Until 2024″
United Leads, Delta and American Follow, As Most Domestic Change Fees Are Eliminated
Hoping to find a way to stimulate domestic air travel during the COVID19 pandemic, United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines have announced the permanent elimination of change fees for most domestic tickets. The four carriers have apparently caught on that Southwest Airlines, which has never charged change fees, clearly knows thatContinue reading “United Leads, Delta and American Follow, As Most Domestic Change Fees Are Eliminated”