Authoritative commentary and critical essays from Flight News Daily editors, commercial loyalty strategists, and passenger rights specialists.
BreakingA new federal rule takes effect next month that moves 10 types of flight disruption out of the airline-controllable bucket. Here is how it could affect meal vouchers, hotels and passenger rights.
Elena Rostova, J.D.
US carriers are cutting planned capacity after a sharp rise in jet fuel prices. Here is what the changes mean for travellers this autumn and into 2027.
David Chen
United Airlines has begun commercial passenger flights with SpaceX Starlink satellite Wi-Fi, offering sub-30ms latency and gate-to-gate speeds exceeding 250 Mbps.
Marcus Vance
Federal rule 14 CFR Part 260 is now fully active across all US carriers, forcing immediate cash refunds for cancelled flights and delayed baggage without paperwork hurdles.
Elena Rostova, J.D.
Ultra-low-cost carriers are abandoning completely unbundled fares in favor of packaged perks, assigned seating, and premium cabin zones to survive in 2026.
Marcus Vance