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What Protections Do European Union Regulations Offer? (Ask Cranky)
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For this Ask Cranky, I’m heading to the comments section. That’s right, this comment was posted a couple weeks ago and I thought it was worth bring it to the forefront here. Many know that…
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Mobile Phones Should be Allowed on Airplanes
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After talking to Emirates last year about onboard mobile phone use, I said that I was “less averse” to the idea. Now I’ve moved even further. I’ve decided to take a stand. Mobile phones should…
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United-Continental Merger Closing Was the Third Most Interesting Story on Friday
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By now, you undoubtedly know that the United and Continental merger has officially closed and United Continental Holdings is now the parent company of both airlines. But that was actually the third most interesting story…
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Cranky on the Web (September 28-October 1)
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Southwest Acquires AirTran: Six Reasons This is a Great Move – BNET Headwinds Part one of my story focused on the positive things to come out of this merger. Lambert cautious over Southwest-AirTran deal –…
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The Delta Heritage Museum is Open to the Public Tomorrow and You Should Go
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If you’re a commercial aviation fan, the Delta Heritage Museum in Atlanta should be on the must-visit list. The only problem? It’s usually only open to Delta employees and not to the public (without an…
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Stuck in a Box: Why American Won’t Merge Anytime Soon (Guest Post)
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It’s been quite some time since the Cardinal graced us with his presence, but today he’s back to fight the “American will merge” rumors. I agree with what he says here completely. — A lot…
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Frontier and Other Airlines Stand to Gain From the Southwest/AirTran Deal
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I’ve seen countless articles/posts/interviews talking about how the Southwest/AirTran merger is going to be terrible for every other airline out there. The newly-created behemoth will dominate and crush everyone around. Seriously? Don’t believe conventional wisdom…
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Southwest Buys AirTran: Here’s What We Know So Far
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I like to try and ease into the work week, but Southwest rudely prevented that from happening by announcing the airline would acquire AirTran bright and early yesterday morning. But that’s ok. I forgive them.…
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Delta’s Marketing Chief Talks About New York, Tarmac Delays and More (Across the Aisle)
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I know it’s been almost a month since by visit to Delta, but I still have just a couple more posts. Today, it’s time for a good old-fashioned Across the Aisle. In a very strange…
