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For the first time, residents of the isolated Chatham Islands can book single tickets connecting their local flights to major New Zealand cities. The new partnership between Air Chathams and Air New Zealand ends years of complicated multi-booking travel for one of the country's most remote communities.
United Airlines is turning empty middle seats into shared workspaces on 50 new planes, giving passengers extra elbow room and a place to spread out. The airline says it's the first to offer this seating option, which debuts later this year.
A playful social media bet between two airlines turned into one of the sweetest sports rivalries of the 2026 World Cup. Norwegian airline temporarily adopted British Airways' logo after England beat Norway 2-1, proving competition can be fun.
Two budget airlines just joined forces to give travelers more affordable flight options across America. The $1.5 billion deal creates a larger carrier serving 175 cities right when travelers need budget-friendly choices most.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down this weekend, major US carriers turned a crisis into opportunity by hiring stranded employees and helping abandoned passengers. It's a rare moment of solidarity in the competitive airline industry.
When Spirit Airlines collapsed, leaving thousands stranded abroad, Avianca became the first Latin American carrier to offer free flights home. The airline is waiving airfares for passengers stuck in destinations like Costa Rica, asking only that travelers cover airport taxes and fees.
United Airlines just announced a game-changing economy seat design that lets passengers transform three seats into a bed. The Relax Row brings business class comfort to coach travelers starting in 2027.
