Business Travel News: July 2023

Delta Air Lines and El Al have launched a strategic partnership that includes frequent flier benefits.

United said it may have to reduce its schedule in Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to give it more buffer time during unpredictable weather, according to a memo CEO Scott Kirby sent to staffers Saturday.

JetBlue Airways said Wednesday that it will end its partnership in the northeastern U.S. with American Airlines after a federal judge ordered the carriers to end the agreement, as the New York airline focuses on its acquisition of Spirit Airlines instead.

Each seat will feature sliding privacy doors and aisle access. Plus, they will be wider than the current seats.

Detroit will become the airline’s 13th US gateway.

The Transportation Security Administration is preparing to expand its controversial facial recognition program to around 430 airports over the next “several years” after finding “extremely promising” results from its pilot program, an agency spokesperson tells Fast Company. The expansion comes amid allegations by rights advocates that the agency is improperly coercing travelers to participate.

After a week of bad publicity for United Airlines, the carrier is offering travelers affected by its delays and cancellations 30,000 frequent flyer miles.

United Airlines just opened a brand-new club in Newark’s new Terminal A.

Jetstar’s inaugural flight from Australia to the Cook Islands took off from Sydney Airport last week — the first time an Australian airline has serviced the South Pacific route since Ansett three decades ago.

South African Airways will resume transatlantic flying in the fall with two routes to Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Radisson Rewards Americas is folded to Choice Privileges on July 18, 2023.

We’re holding special Passport Fairs across the United States to help you get your passport. Adults who are first-time applicants and all children can apply early and avoid the rush! New events will be added each week.

Delta Air Lines is adding four new point-to-point routes, as well as an interesting new international flight from New York City’s most convenient airport.

Once the bus arrives at Philadelphia International Airport, passengers can catch their American Airlines flight without going through security again.

American Airlines is raising the cost of visiting the Admirals Club, but it’s offsetting the increases with a slew of supposed upgrades.

Air France will become the 15th airline at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) when it launches direct flights to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in October.

LATAM Airlines will be expanding international connectivity within its route network with plans to reintroduce weekly service between Lima, Peru, and Havana, Cuba.

United and other airlines are refreshing their cabins to include better technology and privacy to win over high-paying travelers.

American Airlines, in partnership with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports, today announced a $125 million commercial redevelopment program for Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

The Terminal 2 facility features the carrier’s first outdoor lounge terrace overlooking the airport’s runways…

Emirates has launched an on-demand regional charter service, offering flexibility, convenience, privacy and comfort for customers who want to make short trips in the GCC from Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

Just in time for summer, Southwest Airlines is adding two new complimentary beverages to our inflight menu. Next time you fly with us, check out our new AHA Blueberry + Pomegranate flavored sparkling water, a refreshing beverage that can be used as a drink mixer or enjoyed on its own.

The SkyBonus program will be renamed SkyMiles for Business and include a simplification of the miles redemption process.

By unveiling this new route in conjunction with its largest-ever holiday schedule, the airline continues to cater to winter season demand across Latin America, Mexico and the Caribbean.

United Airlines is making some big changes to its routes to India.

We’ll fly nonstop daily between Los Angeles and Guatemala City starting this December; plus, new flights to coastal getaway Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo from San Diego and Chicago.

British Airways is trialling a new digital wayfinding tool to help customers navigate through London Heathrow. The new technology offers maps of both London Heathrow Terminal 5 and Terminal 3, helping customers who are travelling through the airline’s London hub to locate their departure gate and points of interest including shops, lounges and restaurants.

Marriott International and MGM Resorts International have unveiled a new, long-term partnership under which 17 MGM properties will join the pair’s soon-to-launch MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy platform.

Delta customers traveling from the U.S. to Interior China connecting on China Eastern flights at Shanghai-Pudong International Airport (PVG) can now check in their bags to their final destination in China.

United and its rivals have been beefing up international travel in response to a surge in bookings.

FORT WORTH, Texas — Winter is about to get warmer as American Airlines continues to grow its footprint at Miami International Airport (MIA) with seven new routes and one brand-new international destination. With more than 380 peak-day flights this winter, American solidifies its position as the largest airline at MIA with service to 150 destinations.

Allegiant is adding six new routes to its winter schedule, unveiling connections to popular leisure destinations ahead of the busy holiday travel season.

Union warns of ‘significant disruption, delays and cancellations’ but airport says their plans will ‘ensure that flights operate as scheduled’

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration will require Clear users to verify their identity by showing a valid form of identification, rolling back the current Clear process.

The lounge, located in Terminal 4 near Gate A7, overlooks the JFK airfield and has seating for about 250 people.

Air Canada and Emirates today announced a customer service milestone in the two airlines’ strategic partnership with the move of Air Canada’s operations to Dubai International’s (DXB) flagship Terminal 3 as of July 26th.

Alaska Airlines (AS) is set to enhance regional air service in the USA’s Pacific Northwest by introducing new flight frequencies and resuming services to smaller communities.

Two of the three primary U.S. ultralow-cost carriers have sharply reduced their Tuesday and Wednesday flights, responding to the changing habits of U.S. flyers.

Cathay Pacific has finally reopened the last Hong Kong Lounges as The Pier is back!

Hilton’s micro-hotel concept is coming to Times Square in August.

The new SmartCheck technology, which aims to reduce passport and ticket check lines at St. Pancras, is currently being tested for Business Premier and Carte Blanche customers.

The carrier is taking steps to improve its operational stability at the airport, United’s largest East Coast hub.

Air Canada announces fresh new features to its products and services, adding even more comfort and convenience to its onboard travel experience.

Brussels Airlines has completed work on innovative lounges for passengers, featuring African themes and more.

The addition makes the small Wisconsin airport Avelo’s 46th U.S. destination.

Korean Air is resuming routes to China and Japan, including Changsha, Wuhan, Weihai, Fukuoka and Nagoya after three years.

Flying through Newark Liberty International Airport is about to get a whole lot better.