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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby warned the federal government shutdown could hurt bookings if it continues.

United CEO says government shutdown hasn't hurt business -- yetScott Kirby said the shutdown has not yet had an impact on earnings, but that could change when "people start to lose...

Delta called its court petition "our only option at this point in time" to preserve its business arrangement with Aeromexico.

Delta and Aeromexico take legal action to save their joint ventureThe airlines are asking a federal appeals court for a stay of the DOT's order to break up their joint venture.

ASTA CEO Zane Kerby addressed travel advisors attending Legislative Day in Washington, D.C.

Travel advisors forged ahead amid government shutdown at ASTA Legislative DayLegislative Day proceeded despite the shutdown, although some meetings were canceled.

The Smithsonian's attractions, including the national zoo, have closed amid the federal government shutdown.

Smithsonian museums and national zoo shutter amid government shutdownThe Smithsonian said funds from the prior year enabled it to keep museums open since the shutdown began Oct. 1, but those funds...

Spirit in late August entered Chapter 11 for the second time within a year.

Spirit receives financing amid bankruptcySpirit is receiving a cash infusion of $475 million from existing bondholders under an arrangement approved by the U.S....

Air Canada anticipates a rebound in transborder travel

Air Canada anticipates a rebound in transborder travelThe airline is banking on a resurgence next summer, saying it will match summer 2024 capacity. It is a strategy not without...

DOT orders Chinese airlines to avoid Russian airspace on U.S. routes

DOT orders Chinese airlines to avoid Russian airspace on U.S. routesThe order would satisfy a grievance of U.S. carriers, which haven't been allowed to fly over Russia since Russia invaded...

Mark Pestronk

Don't run afoul of immigration lawTalk to a lawyer if you suspect your staffers aren't cleared to work in the U.S. In the meantime, here is some general...

U.S. Travel Association: Government shutdown has cost the travel sector $1 billion

U.S. Travel Association: Government shutdown has cost the travel sector $1 billionCEO Geoff Freeman says the shutdown is "doing irreversible damage," and that Congress needs to "act now and reopen the...

ASTA Legislative Day attendees plan together for their meetings with lawmakers.

Travel advisors are eager to sharpen their advocacy skillsThis year, attendees of ASTA's annual Legislative Day received a full day of training before meeting with lawmakers on Capitol...

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