Travel

Boeing 737 MAX faces new source of delay – Coronavirus

The troubled jet isn't likely to win Federal Aviation Administration approval to fly again until August or later, a sign Boeing's anticipated midyear target is likely to slip, according to people briefed on the matter.

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.

Expedia nears deal to sell stake to Silver Lake and Apollo

Expedia Group Inc. is in advanced talks to sell a stake to private-equity firms Silver Lake and Apollo Global Management Inc. after the widespread travel bans caused by the coronavirus pandemic ravaged the online-booking company’s business.