CHICAGO - United Airlines said today that it's cutting up to 1,100 more jobs, removing 100 fuel-guzzling airplanes from its fleet and slashing domestic capacity as it tries to cope with spiraling fuel prices. ...more

June 4, 2008

Delta Air Lines, poised to become the world's largest carrier by acquiring Northwest Airlines, plans to drop more flights to blunt soaring fuel bills. ...more

June 4, 2008

It's time to think of the inside of your carry-on suitcase as real estate: Make the most of what you've got, keep it functional and make neatness count. ...more

June 1, 2008

and keep a firm hand on your wallet. Flying is going to be worse - and more expensive than ever this summer. Gone are the days when an airline announces a fare increase of some kind, only to back down when major competitors don't follow suit. ...more

June 1, 2008

Fasten your seat belt — and keep a firm hand on your wallet. Flying is going to be worse — and more expensive than ever this summer. Gone are the days when an airline announces a fare increase of some kind, only to back down when major competitors don't follow suit. ...more

May 30, 2008

Scathing reviews have followed an announcement by American Airlines that starting June 15, it will charge passengers $15 to check a bag. ...more

May 29, 2008

The first step in an economic recovery might be a noticeable improvement in customer satisfaction. ...more

May 27, 2008

Turns out that new airline checked-bag fee wasn't the end of it. Airlines ratcheted up the pressure on fliers ahead of the holiday weekend, significantly raising ticket prices to offset the runaway cost of fuel. The three biggest carriers each boosted most domestic fares by up to $60 roundtrip, and budget airline AirTran Airways raised its leisure fares by $30 roundtrip. ...more

May 23, 2008

American Airlines will start charging $15 for the first checked bag, cut domestic flights and lay off possibly thousands of workers as it grapples with record-high fuel prices. ...more

May 22, 2008

FORT WORTH, Texas - American Airlines said Wednesday it will start charging $15 for the first checked bag, cut domestic flights and lay off workers as it grapples with record-high fuel prices. ...more

May 21, 2008