Summary List Placement Bad news for any eager cruisegoers: cruise lines are continuing to extend cruising suspensions into 2021 as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The cruising industry initially saw a quiet period after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention posted and extended its no-sail order as the coronavirus pandemic began surging in 2020. But …
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AR’s Geoffrey Thomas talks with the BBC and ABC on Indonesian crash
Airlineratings.com’s Geoffrey Thomas has been interviewed by the BBC and the Australian Broadcasting Commission on the possible causes of the tragic crash of Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500. The first interview below is the BBC followed by the ABC. Our coverage of the crash can be found here. The post AR’s Geoffrey Thomas talks with the …
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Indian DGCA Issues Guidelines for COVID-19 Vaccine Transport
MIAMI – The Indian Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued guidelines for COVID-19 vaccine transport by air using dry ice. Classified as “dangerous goods” by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), dry ice can transform into carbon dioxide at temperatures higher than -78 degrees Celsius. The DGCA has stipulated that all “operators while …
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Bermuda has partnered with Costco for $140 pre-travel COVID-19 tests — see how it works
Summary List Placement Bermuda has teamed up with Costco to distribute COVID-19 tests to people in the US looking to travel to the island. Like other tourism hotspots around the world, Bermuda has recently seen a surge in coronavirus cases, and currently has a total of 624 confirmed cases, according to data from the World …
China Southern Ranks Third Largest Airline
MIAMI – China Southern (CZ) ranks third largest airline this winter due to the gradual resumption of air traffic in the country. Since 2019, CZ has gone up by three places, with a 16% increase per year from year to year. The growth is linked principally to domestic flights, not international. As such, China’s total …
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Sriwijaya 737 missing after take-off from Jakarta
A Sriwijaya Boeing 737-500, registered PK-CLC, performing flight SJ-182 from Jakarta to Pontianak in Indonesia had gone missing just five minutes after take-off. According to Aviation Herald, the 737 was “about 11nm north of Jakarta’s Sokarno International Airport over the Java Sea when radar and radio contact was lost with the aircraft.” According to Flightradar …
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Alaska bans 14 after rowdy behavior on Washington flight
Alaska Airlines has banned 14 passengers after unruly behavior on a flight Thursday from Washington, DC that included refusing to wear a mask. The sanction came as security was increased at Washington-area airports after reports of rowdy behavior by supporters of outgoing president Donald Trump flying into the city earlier in the week and the …
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ExpressJet Plans for Potential Relaunch
MIAMI – Back in July 2020, ExpressJet Airlines (EV) lost its last remaining major airline contract with United Airlines (UA), and announced the following month that it would be ceasing operations in September of 2020. On September 30, EV operated what was thought to be the airline’s last revenue flight. Now, EV’s website has been …
The best hotels in the Catskills
Summary List Placement Just two hours from New York City, the Catskills is a year-round destination teeming with outdoor activity options. The area has seen a resurgence in recent years and new hotels have popped up accordingly. We curated a list of top accommodations from quaint B&Bs to luxury lodges, ranging from $145 to …
I used Marriott points to book 5 nights in an all-inclusive desert villa worth nearly $10,000 — and it might be the world’s best hotel for social distancing
Summary List Placement My girlfriend and I wanted to book a COVID-safe vacation, and used Marriott Bonvoy points for a stay at the Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa near Dubai. This posh, all-inclusive resort is perfect for social distancing, because it consists of private villas in the desert, each with its own infinity pool …
Today in Aviation: Boeing Rebrands MD-95 as 717
MIAMI – Today in Aviation, Boeing changed the name of the MD-95 jetliner to the 717–200 after the company merged with McDonnell Douglas in 1997. As Boeing’s KC-135 Stratotanker tanker was named 717-100 and its commercial airliner, the 717-200, the lack of widespread use of the name 717 made it open for the MD-95 to be rebranded. …
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The best East Coast ski resorts, plus affordable hotel options for each
Summary List Placement We found the best ski resorts from New England to North Carolina that appeal to all ages and abilities. To make an overnight trip of it, we added the best affordable ski hotels for each, ranging from $74 to $159 during peak season. Read more: Is skiing safe right now? Here …
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JetBlue Slammed with Pricing Scheme Lawsuit
MIAMI – US airline JetBlue (B6) has been slapped with a lawsuit alleging that it has been manipulating prices against customers, according to a Fox News report. According to the news channel, “Fareportal, an online travel agency behind flight booking websites like CheapOair and OneTravel, filed a lawsuit against budget airline B6 this week. The agency accuses B6 of …
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Women Pilots to Make History: Air India’s Longest Nonstop Flight
MIAMI – Four women Pilots will make history today by flying Air India’s (AI) inaugural flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). The 17-hour-long route, covering a distance of 9,942mi (16,000km), will be AI’s longest nonstop flight. It will take the Pilots directly over the North Pole, making them the …
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Vistara Continues Adding Long-haul Routes with Frankfurt
MIAMI – Indian airline Vistara (UK) continues opening long-haul routes to Europe with Frankfurt coming after the addition of London to its network. Frankfurt will be UK’s second European destination. The Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) route will start on February 18, 2021. In 2020 there was a boom of new airlines for FRA: Bamboo Airways …
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Miami Airport Serves 1.1 Million during Winter Holidays
MIAMI – Miami International Airport (MIA) served more than 1.1 million passengers during the 17-day winter holiday travel period from Monday, December 21, through Wednesday, January 6. On Sunday January 3, MIA had its busiest day since the pandemic began, welcoming nearly 90,000 travelers. In December, MIA averaged 278 daily departures and 44,818 daily seats, …
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Hamburg Airport Totals 4.56 Million Passengers in 2020
LONDON – 2020 was the hardest year in Hamburg Airport’s (HAM) post-war history with passenger traffic dropping 73.7%. The coronavirus pandemic struck the economically sound airport like a lightning bolt, bringing operations to a complete standstill at times and resulting in traffic levels that barely matched those of the 1980s, with around 4.56 million passengers. …
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Aviation Deep Dive: China’s Aircraft Industry
MIAMI – Welcome to a new Deep Dive, where we take a look at the aviation industry in China, and the way development is moving forward in regards to aircraft construction. Video: Will Kibbe Like what you see online? Make sure to subscribe to the print edition of Airways today for exclusive content including airport reviews, trip …
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How airlines are responding to Wednesday’s siege at the US Capitol as they’re faced with the prospect of flying rioters home
Summary List Placement Wednesday’s “Stop the Steal” rally-turned-riot in Washington, DC drew in Americans from coast to coast. Acting Washington Police Chief Robert Contee said in a Thursday afternoon news conference that out of the 68 rioters they arrested, only 1 was actually from the District of Columbia. The arrest data suggests a large number …
Boeing pays $US2.5 billion to settle MAX fraud charge
Boeing has agreed to pay more than $2.5 billion to settle a criminal charge related to a conspiracy to defraud the US Federal Aviation Administration over safety issues on the 737 MAX. A deferred prosecution agreement with the Department of Justice resolves an ongoing investigation that has stalked the company for two years. It will …
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Boeing Charged with 737 MAX Fraud
MIAMI – Boeing has entered into an agreement with the Department of Justice (DoJ) to settle a criminal charge related to a plot to defraud the Aircraft Evaluation Group of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA AEG) in connection with its evaluation of Boeing’s 737 MAX aircraft. According to a DoJ Public Affairs press release from today, …
IATA: Passenger Demand Growth Stopped Cold in November
MIAMI – In a press release today, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in passenger demand, which had been slowing since the Northern hemisphere’s Summer travel season, came to a halt in November 2020. Total demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) was down 70.3% compared to November 2019, virtually …
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IATA warns COVID rules are killing recovery
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is blaming tougher COVID border restrictions for quashing a nascent recovery in international travel. IATA’s November figures show total passenger demand barely moved compared to October and international demand was worse. “The already tepid recovery in air travel demand came to a full stop in November,’’ IATA director general …
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Australia expected to mandate pre-flight COVID testing
Australia is tipped to be the latest country to add pre-flight COVID testing to quarantine requirements as airlines continue to fly infected people into the country. A meeting of the national cabinet Friday is expected to endorse testing for flight crew and passengers as Australia boosts its defenses against a virulent new strain of the …
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The best vacation rentals in Asheville
Summary List Placement Asheville’s proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains makes it an ideal city getaway for those who also crave time outdoors. With the ongoing pandemic, many travelers prefer private vacation rentals, which experts note are safer than hotels. We selected highly-rated vacation homes in Asheville and the surrounding …
Today in Aviation: The Avro 652’s Maiden Flight
MIAMI – Today in Aviation, the first Avro 652 flew in 1935. Avro built the type at the request of Imperial Airways and was certified in March of that same year. The Avro 652 was a British light airliner from the 1930s, designed by A.V. Roe and Company (Avro). The aircraft was a twin-motor, a …
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23 virtual wine tastings hosted by vineyards, experts, and winemakers from around the world
Summary List Placement As the pandemic continues, many people are still turning to online experiences for socializing. Wineries, winemakers, and wine connoisseurs are bringing the vineyards and tasting rooms straight to homes with virtual wine tastings. Many of the virtual tastings are free to join, and some ship wine right to your door as …