In a recent development, Boeing has provided Alaska Airlines with an “initial payment” of $160 million to cover losses related to a midair door blowout incident. The incident occurred on a flight from San Francisco to Seattle earlier this year, causing significant damage to the aircraft and leading to costly repairs.
A recent incident involving a United Airlines flight that was forced to make an emergency landing has brought the airline under heavy scrutiny. Passengers onboard the Boeing 737 aircraft reported hearing a loud bang and seeing flames coming from one of the engines shortly after takeoff.
Passengers of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, which landed in Philadelphia last Monday, have reported receiving letters from the FBI inquiring about a potential crime that may have occurred during the flight.
SAN FRANCISCO – A United Airlines flight bound for Japan was grounded at San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday due to engine issues.
A lawsuit has been filed against Boeing and Alaska Airlines, alleging negligence in the distribution process of 737 Max 9 aircraft parts.
LOS ANGELES (CNN) – An American Airlines Boeing 737 was forced to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Sunday due to a “mechanical issue,” the airline said.
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Frontier Airlines recently announced that they will be offering passengers the option to purchase extra room on their flights for an additional fee. This new offering comes as a response to the growing demand for more space and comfort while traveling.
Delta Airlines announced today that they will be increasing checked-baggage fees by 17%, following similar moves made by United and American Airlines. The new fee hike will affect passengers who book flights starting September 30th.
American Airlines has placed its biggest plane order in more than a decade, indicating a significant expansion for the company. The order includes a total of 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, as well as 30 Airbus A321XLR planes.
