Airlines made big coronavirus changes this week. What to know
COVID-19 is forcing airlines to change the way Americans fly.
Why are some planes crowded with air travel down?
Travel is down 90 poercent from a year ago, but in some cases, airlines are creating the crowds by canceling other flights and packing passengers on the few remaining planes.
Delta confirms coronavirus middle seat restriction after customer's tweet
Delta Air Lines confirms it is not selling middle seats after a customer reached out for policy clarification during the coronavirus.
Southwest Airlines preps coronavirus rebound by targeting business travelers
The carrier’s stock has dropped 50 percent in the last three months.
Coronavirus pushes Berkshire to sell entire stakes in US airlines: Buffett
Berkshire Hathaway sold its entire stakes in the four largest U.S. airlines in April, Chairman Warren Buffett said Saturday.
People are flying again despite coronavirus travel restrictions
TSA screened a record-number of flight passengers on Friday since travel restrictions went into place in March
Big 4 airlines take on coronavirus with new safety measures
Several airlines are requiring passengers wear face masks or coverings to use their service during the coronavirus pandemic.
Delta, Frontier to require facial coverings on U.S. flights
Delta Air Lines Inc and Frontier Airlines said on Thursday they will require passengers to wear facial coverings on U.S. flights
TSA screenings tick up from coronavirus pandemic lows
Passenger screenings have been climbing since their mid-April lows.
Delta Air Lines loses $607M as coronavirus zaps travel
Delta Air Lines lost 84 cents a share in the first quarter as revenue fell 18 percent from a year ago to $8.6 billion.
Richard Branson fights to save travel, tourism empire
One of Britain’s best-known billionaires by putting his Virgin brand on an array of businesses, including planes and trains, cola and bridal gowns, often taking an equity stake and licensing fees in exchange. Several of his biggest forays are focused on travel and tourism. Amid the new coronavirus pandemic, he now finds himself at the epicenter of the meltdown in those industries.
Major U.S. airlines plan to apply for government loans in addition to grants - sources
Several major U.S. airlines are preparing to apply this week for a $25 billion U.S. government loan program after winning billions in federal payroll grants, people familiar with the matter said.
Is your coronavirus-canceled flight eligible for a refund? Here’s what to know
Each airline has its own cancellation and delay policies, so it’s key to know what your specific airline says about refunds.
Coronavirus forces airlines to consider selling miles for cash
Major airlines are weighing options amid the coronavirus pandemic and may sell flight miles to credit card companies to survive.
Airlines, Treasury coronavirus relief package negotiations underway
Coronavirus relief negotiations continue between the airlines and US Treasury officials.
U.S. airlines must repay some coronavirus cash, Mnuchin says
Every $1 billion in government aid would include $700 million in grants, $300 million in low-interest loans and an option for the government to buy $30 million in shares.
Coronavirus losses lead Delta to ask for more unpaid leave volunteers
In a memo to employees Thursday, Delta CEO Ed Bastian asked for more volunteers to take unpaid leaves of absence.
Coronavirus relief package for airlines could come as early as this weekend
During a coronavirus task force briefing on Thursday, President Trump said that a relief package for the airline industry could be coming as early as this weekend following discussions with "some of the airlines or all of the airlines".
Airlines struggle during coronavirus pandemic with grounded fleets
As the number of grounded planes continue to mount, airlines face the unprecedented challenge of where to place them.
Delta blocks middle seats for coronavirus prevention
Delta Air Line is blocking middle seats from customers during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's why.

















