I’ll be writing a longer post for tomorrow, but for now, here is a bit of past few day’s latest news:
- Politicians threaten to re-regulate airlines as merger buzz builds – Ben Mutzabaugh, Today in the Sky, USA Today
Some U.S. Representatives may be looking to bring airlines back into the regulated days if the Continental-United merger goes through. - Fraport Looking for Acquisition Targets – Airwise
“Frankfurt Airport operator Fraport is looking for possible acquisition targets in mature markets, a German newspaper quoted the company’s chief financial officer as saying.” - United Airlines Launches Inaugural Flight into Africa – United Airlines PR
United Airlines launched its first-ever service to the continent of Africa last night with the 10:10 p.m. departure of United 990 between Washington and Accra, the capital of Ghana. - Air Canada continues to grow Toronto hub and expand transborder service with launch of non-stop flights to San Diego, CA and Portland, OR – Air Canada PR
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