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"Customs K9 Foils Attempt to Smuggle Mummified Monkeys into Boston Airport"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Four mummified monkeys were seized from a passenger's luggage at Boston Logan Airport after a U.S. Customs and Border Protection K9 detected them upon the passenger's return from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The passenger claimed the bag only contained dried fish, but upon inspection, the monkeys were found. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requested the luggage be seized due to the potential disease risk associated with bushmeat, and the nearly 9 pounds of bushmeat was marked for destruction. No charges were filed against the passenger, who stated he brought the monkeys for his own consumption.
"Managing Flight Disruptions Amid East Coast Winter Storm Havoc"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
A significant snowstorm in the Northeast U.S. has led to over 700 flight cancellations and 1,519 delays, with United Airlines most affected. Passengers are reminded of their rights to refunds or compensation in certain situations, and airlines are offering waivers for travelers to adjust their plans. The Department of Transportation provides guidelines, but compensation varies by airline and is typically not provided for uncontrollable delays like weather. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for specific policies and consider travel insurance for additional protection.
"Boeing 737 MAX 9 Groundings Spark US Travel Disruption Amid Safety Concerns"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has grounded 171 Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets for immediate inspections after a section of an Alaska Airlines flight tore away midair, raising concerns about the aircraft's safety. The inspections are expected to take between four to eight hours per aircraft. This has led to temporary grounding of the planes by Alaska Airlines and potentially affects travelers' plans and confidence in the 737 MAX's safety.
"2023 Rankings: The Most On-Time Airlines and Airports in the World"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Star Tribune
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) has been recognized as the most on-time global airport, while Delta Air Lines has maintained its position as the top carrier for on-time performance in North America, according to Cirium's 2023 report. Delta achieved an on-time arrival rate of 84.72% for over 1.6 million flights in the past year, marking its third consecutive year leading the region in punctuality. An on-time flight is classified by Cirium as one that arrives within 15 minutes of the scheduled gate arrival time.
"2023's Top-Ranked Airlines for On-Time Performance Revealed"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Delta Air Lines has been named the most on-time North American airline in 2023 by aviation analytics firm Cirium, with an 84.72% punctuality rate. This marks Delta's third consecutive Cirium Platinum Award for operational performance. Alaska Airlines and American Airlines followed in the rankings. Globally, Avianca Airlines was the most punctual, while Delta ranked fourth. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport was recognized as the most on-time large airport worldwide.
"2023's Leading Airlines in Punctuality: Who Made the On-Time Arrival List?"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
Delta Air Lines has been named the most on-time North American airline in 2023 by aviation analytics firm Cirium, with an 84.72% punctuality rate. This marks Delta's third consecutive Cirium Platinum Award for operational performance. Alaska Airlines followed as the second most punctual in North America. Globally, Avianca Airlines topped the list, with Delta ranking fourth. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport was recognized as the most punctual large airport worldwide.
"United Airlines' Time-Travel Flight Fails to Deliver Dual New Year's Celebrations"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
United Airlines faced backlash from passengers after a flight that was promoted to allow celebrations of New Year's Eve in two different time zones was delayed, causing travelers to miss the unique experience. The flight was supposed to depart from Guam and land in Honolulu in time for passengers to celebrate the new year again, but a delay pushed the arrival into New Year's Day. Passengers expressed their disappointment on social media, and United Airlines responded with apologies and requests for direct messages from affected customers. The airline's handling of the situation and potential compensation for the impacted passengers were not immediately clear.
"2023 Rankings: Top Airlines and Airports for On-Time Performance Revealed"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by View from the Wing
The 2023 On-Time Performance report by Cirium shows Delta Air Lines leading in North America with an 84.72% on-time rate, followed by Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, which has shown notable improvement. JetBlue, however, continues to struggle with the lowest on-time performance among major carriers. Globally, Delta is outperformed by Avianca, Azul, and Qatar Airways. The report also highlights the efficiency of certain airports, with four Delta hubs ranking as the most on-time, and the impressive performance of Washington National despite potential challenges.
"2023 Rankings: The World's Most On-Time Airlines and Airports Revealed"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
The latest report from Cirium has named Colombia's Avianca Airlines as the most punctual global airline in 2023, with an 85.73% on-time performance rate. In the Asia-Pacific region, Japan's All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines topped the list, while Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport in the U.S. was ranked as the most punctual airport worldwide. Significant improvements were noted for India's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, which soared to second place among global airports. The rankings highlight the importance of punctuality in the travel industry and the efforts made by airlines and airports to ensure timely operations.
"KCI Airport's New Terminal Sails Through First Holiday Season with New Flights on Horizon for 2024"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDAF FOX4 Kansas City
Kansas City International Airport (KCI) is set to introduce new nonstop flights and a traveler guest pass program by summer 2024. The airport, which recently celebrated its first holiday season after opening a new terminal, is expecting to serve 11.4-11.5 million travelers this year and is aiming for a record-setting year in 2024. The new guest pass program will allow non-travelers to access the terminal, and the airport is also planning to improve signage and traffic flow for passenger pickups.