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On plane crash anniversary, mayor says France must improve air safety Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:36AMTen years after 113 people died when a Concorde jet crashed into a hotel outside Paris, local officials say the country's government has not done enough to protect people living near the airport.
Last window of opportunity in Myanmar Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:26AMWith encouragement from both Vietnamese and Myanmar governments, local firms are rushing to exploit business and investment opportunities in the last “closed” market in ASEAN
Naidu outwitted by Maharashtra to make him leave Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:11AMBy Quaid Najmi, Nanded (Maharashtra), July 25 : The Maharashtra government induced Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader N. Chandrababu Naidu and his colleagues to leave the state by claiming to withdraw all cases slapped against them. It now appears only minor cases were withdrawn.
13 NAIA-bound flights diverted to Clark due to bad weather Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:08AM(UPDATE) Thirteen flights bound for the Ninoy Aquino International Airport were diverted to the Diosdado Macapagal International Airport in Clark, Pampanga, on Sunday, due to heavy rains and poor visibility at the NAIA.
Mobile Pix - July 25 Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:06AMWhat do you think about plans by Trinidad-based Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) to retain the Air Jamaica brand name?
untitled story Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:05AMThe New Mexico Spaceport Authority is seeking proposals for a contractor to provide sightseeing tours of the spaceport facilities and construction site 40 miles north of Las Cruces, N.M.
Baggage fee beats alternatives Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:04AMTravelers tell us that baggage fees have risen near the top of their lists of airline annoyances. Certainly, the fees are getting ever more widespread. And UPS just got into the act with a new “luggage box” it would love to ship for you.
At least one flier intends to risk the frisk Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:04AMAir travelers who are likely to be subject to full-body scans on their next trip through airport security should be aware that, for now, they have the right to refuse.
Naidu outwitted by Maharashtra to make him leave Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:00AMThe Maharashtra government induced Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader N. Chandrababu Naidu and his colleagues to leave the state by claiming to withdraw all cases slapped against them. It now appears only minor cases were withdrawn.
DoE reopens pipeline to avert MM oil shortage Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 2:36AMAlthough the entire situation still proves disturbing to affected Makati City residents, the underground pipeline leading to the Pandacan oil depot was ordered reopened Saturday night by the Department of Energy (DoE) to avert an oil supply shortage in Metro Manila. “We started using the pipeline Saturday night, 8:30 p.m., after Makati City gave us approval to do so after completing the ...
Jeddah airport project ready for approval Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:30PMJeddah airport project ready for approval
Hail residents outraged as Saudia cuts down service Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:28PMMany of them described the move by the national carrier as unjustifiable, especially during the summer vacation, which witnesses a substantial increase in the number of travelers.
Jeddah airport project ready for approval Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:28PM20 July 2010 JEDDAH: The Council of Ministers on Monday commended the efforts of the General Authority of Civil Aviation General Authority of Civil Aviation ( GACA GACA ) to expand King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, the main gateway of pilgrims to the Kingdom.
Saudi-UAE air traffic rises 5% Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:28PM20 July 2010 JEDDAH: The number of passengers traveling between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates grew by five percent to 129,000 during the first five months of this year compared to the same period in 2009, according to Abdul Kareem Al-Rubaian, manager of Saudi Arabian Airlines for the UAE and Oman.
Official: China's slowdown helping restructuring Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:22PMBEIJING: In new signs China's rapid rebound is slowing, the government said Tuesday growth in factory output and state company revenues has fallen and exports will weaken in the second half of the year.
French air controllers go on strike Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:20PMA strike by French air traffic controllers starting on Tuesday night is expected to disrupt flights in and out of France. Related Stories Top climate change scientist dies on plane Afghan handover timetable being set Climate change 'threatens poverty' Afghan leader praises UK troops Syria bans veils at universities
Navigator: Government invites airline passengers to speak up Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:17PMIf you've ever complained about air travel — and who hasn't? — then here's your best chance in a generation to do something about it. Tell the government what you think of its proposed new passenger rights rules.
Labour dispute at Vancouver Airport causes delays Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:16PMA labour dispute involving the refuelling supervisors and administrative staff at Vancouver airport delayed some flights Monday, a union representative said.
Toll Brothers forms subsidiary Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:16PMHorsham luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers Inc. has formed a subsidiary - Gibraltar Capital and Asset Management LLC - to pursue real estate acquisition and investment opportunities, the company announced Monday.
Singapore moves to develop aviation hub Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 11:10PMSingapore is reviewing air freight and private jet sectors to develop the country as a total aviation hub with a strong business aviation and air cargo industry, local media reported on Tuesday.
Have camera, will travel Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:11AMIt started with destination unknown, an idea dreamed up by a self-taught editor and a fledgling TV personality. “PDXposed” became reality on local television and its founders/dreamers are working toward their show becoming nationally recognized. Their next step is “Next ...
Mum flushes newborn baby down plane toilet: report Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:11AMAn Indian woman gave birth to a baby in the bathroom of an international passenger plane and tried to dispose of it down the toilet, according to media reports in New Delhi.
Continental to fly between Houston, Gunnison-Crested Butte. Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:11AMContinental Airlines will begin winter service between its Houston hub and the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport.
Temasek Assets Recover to S$186 Billion Peak on Asia Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:06AMTemasek Holdings Pte, Singapore’s state investment firm, plans to buy more Asian assets after bets on the region drove a record gain in the value of its holdings.
Netanyahu in Washington: Construction, Suitcases and Four Smoking Barrels Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:06AMOn Tuesday in Washington U.S. President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had their first conversation in the last few months.
'Mother tries to flush newborn down plane toilet' Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:03AMA woman gave birth to a baby in the washroom of an international passenger plane and tried to dispose of it down the toilet, media reports in New Delhi said today.
Jazeera Airways and Visa team up with great travel promotion Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:02AM08 July, 2010. Jazeera Airways Jazeera Airways , the Middle East's leading regional carrier (KSE: Jazeera, Bloomberg: Jazeera KK, Reuters: JAZK.KW) has announced the launch of a promotional tie-up with Visa, giving their customers the opportunity to win travel vouchers worth US$ 200 each week.
Indian student gives birth on aircraft, attempting to abandon Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:55PMAn Indian medical student gave birth to a baby on board an aircraft from Belarus to India and then tried to abandon it, reported the local daily The Times of India Thursday.
Malaysia to make visa issuance easier for Indians Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:54PMMalaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak said that he had instructed the Malaysian Immigration to facilitate the issuance of visas in India to make it easier for Indians to visit Malaysia.
Partnership cemented by Auckland Airport investing Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:14PMAuckland International Airport Limited (Auckland Airport) and Queenstown Airport Corporation Limited (Queenstown Airport) announced today they have formed a strategic alliance to boost tourism growth into the Queenstown Lakes District.
Recent near-collisions raise air safety alarms Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:13PMAlarmed by a spate of near-collisions involving airliners, the government is trying to find out why air traffic controllers and pilots are making so many dangerous errors. Air traffic controller - Air traffic control - Air safety - Technology - Aerospace
Apple iPhone, iPad Get Foot in Enterprise Door Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:07PMWhile enterprises may be hanging onto their PCs, they're placing huge corporate orders for iPhones and iPads. iPhone - IPad - Smartphone - Handhelds - Personal computer
Temasek set for record jump in asset values Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:03PMSINGAPORE: Temasek Holdings is set to post a record jump in the value of its assets as markets rebounded and the Singapore state investment firm increased bets in Asia.
Pirate radio broadcasts delayed six takeoffs from Ben Gurion Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:02PMPirate radio broadcasts delayed six takeoffs from Ben Gurion International Airport today.
TripAdvisor edges out Kayak, Bing in cheap-flights search Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:00PMA lot has changed since I reviewed travel websites four years ago. Now the best ones reflect the new realities of travel, and ...
Final Glance: Airlines companies Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:56PMNEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top airlines companies were up at the close of trading: AMR rose $.34 or 5.3 percent, to $6.74. AirTran rose $.20 or 4.3 percent, to $4.84. Continental rose $1.13 or 5.6 percent, to $21.33. DeltaAir rose $.61 or 5.5 percent, to $11.71. JetBlue rose $.26 or 4.8 percent, to $5.72. Southwest rose $.66 or 6.2 percent, to $11.29. UAL rose $1.41 or 7.6 percent, to $20 ...
Test: TripAdvisor a Best Bet Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:55PMA screenshot of the TripAdvisor website, made Wednesday, June 9, 2010, which has a tool for estimating bag-checking and other fees.
U.S. Stocks Rally Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:51PMThe Dow finished back above 10,000, as banks advanced and retail-sales growth bolstered optimism on consumer spending
Recent near-collisions of planes prompt safety probe Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:47PMAlarmed by a spate of near-collisions involving airliners, the government is trying to find out why air traffic controllers and pilots are making so many dangerous errors.
Halter USX China Index Announces Second Quarter 2010 Results and Adds New Constituents Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:44PMDALLAS----For the second quarter 2010, the Halter USX China Index was down 9.37%. During the same period the Dow Jones Industrial Average decreased by 9.97% while the NASDAQ finished down 12.04%.
Nude calendars, ads and attendants Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:43PMAirlines regularly come under fire for their advertising and marketing tactics, but two Russian airlines have pushed the boundaries of good taste with their latest promotions.
Turbulence injuries like Monday's can be avoided - here's how Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:42PMMonday night's in-flight injuries to 5 American Airlines passengers highlights the heed you should take to the pilot's and attendants' instructions. CBS 19's Wilton Johnson explains what you need to remember.
Wednesday P.M. Report Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:32PMWednesday P.M. Report Twin Cities construction employment down 17%, Case-Shiller says area home prices up 9.5%, judge will sentence 7 involved in Petters case in August, and Sun Country to start flying out of Lansing.
Crime › Ex-Japanese Red Army member sues to get prison sentence suspended Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:27PMA former Japanese Red Army member convicted of the 1970s hijackings of Japan Airlines planes filed a suit on Wednesday seeking to have his life…
Modano still mulling return despite misgivings Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:24PMMike Modano pulled phrases straight out of a standard retirement speech Wednesday, thanking everyone who came to mind for the "amazing time" and "unbelievable experience" of 20 seasons with the same franchise in Minnesota and Dallas.
Airfare war? Not exactly Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:20PMFlying just got cheaper at the Springfield airport, though the airlines and the head of one of the region’s largest travel agency groups says it has more to do with filling seats in a slow economy than an airfare war.
APPS TO FLY BY Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:17PMAs family, friends and that woman who sat next to me on my last flight all know, I’m a nervous flyer. My anxiety has gotten better over the years – I don’t weep openly anymore – but I still get sweaty palms and a racing heartbeat upon takeoff. When the engine noise changes, I go on high alert. On long-haul flights, I rarely sleep.
Feds slow to order repairs in Boeing cockpit fire risk Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:10PMWASHINGTON — Federal aviation officials have known for years that cockpit window heaters in some Boeing planes catch fire. But they haven’t required airlines to fix the problem, even after dozens of incidents that unnerved pilots and, in many cases, forced emergency landings.
Russia to buy 50 Boeing 737s worth $4 billion Saturday, June 26, 2010 @ 12:21AMWASHINGTON, USA, June 26 (AFP) – President Barack Obama said that Russia was buying 50 Boeing aircraft valued at four billion dollars that could create 44,000 jobs in the struggling US economy. Obama, speaking after White House talks with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, said the order was part of a broad array of major trade and investment deals between the two countries.
EU, US expand airline 'open skies' agreement Saturday, June 26, 2010 @ 12:21AMLUXEMBOURG, June 26 (AFP) – Europe and the United States signed an expanded airline "open skies" agreement, but the key new goal of removing restrictions on cross ownership of carriers still faces major hurdles. The two sides agreed to let European and American airlines take majority stakes in carriers from each side of the Atlantic, but the change requires the approval of legislatures before it ...