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Boom Supersonic's prototype plane XB-1 supersonic aircraft. President Trump has issued an executive order that would allow for commercial supersonic flights over land.

Trump executive order clears path for overland supersonic flightThe FAA has been directed to repeal the overland supersonic flight ban, put in place due to sonic booms, within 18 months.

Senate proposal to slash Brand USA's budget sparks industry concernsThe Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation proposed cutting Brand USA's budget from $100 million to $20...

Nebraska decides not to charge sales tax that would have hurt travel advisorsASTA led a grassroots campaign against a statehouse proposal that would have put a tax on travel sold and agents' fees.

President Trump addressing a joint session of Congress earlier this year. A new directive from the president bars citizens of 12 countries from visiting the U.S. and places restrictions on visitors from seven others.

Travel groups respond to Trump's travel ban on 12 countriesCEO Zane Kerby said while ASTA recognizes the problem of visitors overstaying visas, travel bans send an inhospitable message...

Newark Terminal A on May 28. Newark Liberty Airport's runway 4L-22R has reopened for business nearly two weeks ahead of schedule, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which manages the airport.

Repaired runway reopens ahead of schedule at Newark LibertyThe runway closure had limited the airport to just two runways, contributing to a host of delays and problems.

Zane Kerby

ASTA's Zane Kerby addresses key issues for travel advisorsThe association's CEO discussed AI and its impact, advocacy priorities and how members' businesses are faring in an uncertain...

Merchandise for sale in the ASTA Swag Shop.

ASTA launches branded Swag ShopThe ASTA Swag Shop offers apparel and other items featuring the ASTA logo and slogan, helping advisors represent the industry...

After an identity match compares a customer's image to photos they previously provided, the customer will be able to move through security faster, American said.

American Airlines enhances TSA Precheck with touchless ID for loyalty membersThe program is available at Reagan Washington National, New York LaGuardia, Atlanta and Salt Lake City airports, with expansion...

Trump's contentious meeting with South African president sparks tourism concerns

Trump's contentious meeting with South African president sparks tourism concernsOperators pushed back against Trump's references to "white genocide" and violence in South Africa -- but it does have some...

Mild recession in the forecast for Hawaii

Mild recession in the forecast for HawaiiUHERO's latest report cites tariff hikes, federal policy uncertainty and spending cuts as reasons for a grim economic picture...

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