Fergus Cole

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Air Canada Slashes Five U.S. Routes as Cross-Border Travel Tanks

1 week ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

Air Canada is set to axe five routes to the United States this fall amid changing consumer demand and increased competition as it aims to boost profitability ahead of the winter travel season. The Canadian flag carrier’s flight cuts will affect services from its three major hubs – Montreal (YUL), Toronto Pearson (YYZ), and Vancouver (YVR).
Why Is Southwest Banning Portable Chargers From Overhead Bins?

1 week ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

Southwest Airlines is implementing a new policy regarding portable charging devices due to increasing concerns about their potential to cause fires on aircraft. Starting Wednesday, May 28, passengers will not be allowed to use these chargers in their carry-on luggage or overhead bins. Instead, they must keep their portable chargers visible while in use.
Which U.S. Airline Offers the Most Legroom in Economy in 2025?

1 week ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

When it comes to air travel, having a comfortable seat can greatly influence the overall travel experience, especially for passengers on transcontinental or long-haul international flights. In the past, airlines prioritized customer comfort, providing wide seats and ample legroom. However, this is no longer the case for many carriers, which now maximize seat capacity in their aircraft. Despite this trend, there is still a variety of seat options available in economy class within the United States.
Flight Caps at Newark: FAA Limits Movements as Safety and Delay Fears Mount

2 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has restricted the number of planes able to take off and land at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) after weeks of delays and safety concerns at the hub, which is facing a shortage of air traffic controllers, radio and radar outages, and ongoing runway construction. Flights to be cut by 25%The FAA is capping aircraft movements at Newark to 28 departures and 28 arrivals per hour until runway construction is complete.
Phoenix Scores First-Ever Nonstop Flight to Asia with STARLUX Airlines

2 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

STARLUX, the Taiwanese carrier, has announced plans to launch nonstop flights between Taipei and Phoenix next year. This will be the first nonstop connection from the Arizona city to Asia. Although the exact dates and flight frequencies have not yet been confirmed, STARLUX is expected to begin these nonstop flights from Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) to Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) in early 2026, offering three to four weekly flights.
Government Drops Lawsuit Against Southwest Over Chronic Delays

2 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

The Trump administration has dropped a lawsuit, filed in the waning days of former President Biden’s mandate, that accused Southwest Airlines of setting unrealistic schedules and operating chronically delayed flights in 2022. On Friday, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) filed paperwork requesting that the lawsuit be dismissed, but didn’t explain why.
Sharp Decline in U.S. Business Travel: Visa Entries Down 9% in April

2 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

The business travel industry in the United States took a significant hit last month as the number of foreign citizens entering the country for work fell sharply, with business and workers being put off by the Trump Administration’s tariff threats and aggressive immigration policies, compounded by rising economic uncertainty.
United Launches Free Gate-to-Gate Starlink Wi-Fi, Starting with Regional Flights

2 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

Forget airplane mode. United passengers can now connect to lightning-fast, free in-flight Wi-Fi from gate to gate, thanks to Starlink. The first United customers to experience the blistering speeds of Starlink won’t be those on prestige transcontinental flights but rather passengers taking a short regional United Express flight from Chicago O’Hare (ORD) to Detroit (DTW), which took off on May 15.
Emirates Upgrades First Class With New Suites and White-Glove Dining

3 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

Emirates passengers will soon benefit from an enhanced onboard experience, as the Gulf carrier has introduced a variety of new improvements to its First Class service. The airline has a longstanding reputation for providing exceptional in-flight services. By combining comfort and luxury, the airline has consistently delivered an award-winning travel experience, and it now aims to elevate its offerings even further.
Why Did Emirates Just Make First Class Awards Even Harder to Get?

3 weeks ago | businesstravelerusa.com | Fergus Cole

Travelers hoping to claim an award seat in Emirates First Class cabins now face another hurdle. Starting this week, the Gulf carrier will only allow First Class redemptions for elite Skywards frequent flyer program members. Starting May 12, first class award benefits are a “tier benefit available only to Platinum, Gold, and Silver tier members,” Emirates states on its website. What Does This Mean?