Brazil’s TAM Airlines to Merge with Chile’s LAN Airlines: Reports
A Brazilian business magazine reported Friday afternoon that Sao Paulo-based TAM Airlines has reached a merger agreement with LAN Airlines of Chile.
AirTran to Launch Four New Routes Out of Fort Myers
AirTran Airways on Wednesday announced several new flights to Ft. Myers, Florida from several airports in its coast to coast network, the airline said.
Aeroflot Fined for Violating DOT Advertising Rules
The US Department of Transportation fined Aeroflot on Tuesday for violating new rules requiring carriers to advertise full fares.
Red Arrows Stunt Pilot Killed in England Airshow Crash
A pilot of the UK Royal Air Force Aerobatics Team was killed on Saturday afternoon when his aircraft crashed after a display at the Bournemouth Air Festival in Dorset, the UK Ministry of Defense confirmed.
Hawaii-Bound Cessna Ditches in Pacific After Running Out of Fuel
A twin-engine plane flying to Hawaii's Big Island from California was forced to ditch into the Pacific Ocean Friday evening local time. The pilot was the only person on board.