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    FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker announced new rules for air traffic controllers. He said that they will require 10 hours of rest between shifts rather than nine, and 12 hours before a midnight shift, putting controllers on a par with pilots and flight attendants. The aim is to reduce fatigue among controllers and reduce the chance of mistakes. NBC News' Tom Costello reports.

  • Air New Zealand falls after earnings outlook cut on stiff competition

    Air New Zealand trimmed its annual earnings estimates on Monday, citing economic headwinds and a cost-of-living crisis leading to softer revenue in domestic and North American markets, sending the carrier's shares to a near two-year low. Shares of Air NZ slipped as much 3.5% to NZ$0.550, hitting their lowest level since July 1, 2022. New Zealand's flagship carrier now expects earnings before taxation between NZ$190 million ($112.01 million) and NZ$230 million for 2024, down from previous...

  • Delta Air Lines announces new boarding process starting in May

    Delta Air Lines, headquartered in Atlanta, is set to revamp its passenger boarding process, announcing a return to numbered zones starting May 1. The airline is shifting away from the categorical boarding system introduced in 2019, opting instead for a more traditional method.Under the new system, passengers will be assigned to one of eight numbered zones, with the boarding order remaining the same. For instance, pre-boarding and first-class categories will now be referred to as Zone 1. This...