Feds are moving to improve airline travel for people with disabilities

New rule is department's latest effort to improve commercial air travel for passengers with disabilities. Here's what's in it.

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Alaska Air is latest airline to boost guidance on strong holiday travel demand

Alaska Airlines Inc.’s stock was up 1.6% early Tuesday, after the regional carrier joined rivals in raising its fourth-quarter guidance as revenue rose more than expected and costs came down.
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Southwest Airlines’ stock jumps as carrier is latest to raise guidance on strong travel demand

Southwest Airlines Co.’s stock jumped 2.4% in premarket trade Thursday, after it became the latest airline to boost guidance for the fourth quarter, as travel demand remains resilient and it ...
MarketWatch - Dec. 5
Trans people traveled to the Supreme Court from across the U.S. to hear historic case

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Airlines, hotels pushing "Travel Tuesday" discounts

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Are Airline Loyalty Programs Worth It?

Some travelers, frustrated with changing airline rewards programs, have stopped chasing status and adopted different strategies when booking flights and using credit cards.
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Feds are moving to improve airline travel for people with disabilities

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