Eric D. Lawrence Detroit Free Press Published 6:00 AM EDT Sep 27, 2018 Ed Bastian has a few things to say about Detroit, or more specifically, about Detroit Metro Airport. Lucky for those concerned about the airport’s image, the CEO of Delta Air Lines sounds like a fan. “I continue to think of it as the best airport in North America, and that’s where we center our attention,” said Bastian, whose airline is based in Atlanta. “Most people are surprised when they hear that Detroit is our second-largest hub, you know, relative to the size of the city, relative to all the big markets that we serve, and one of the main reasons Detroit is such an important gateway for us is … the hub here." The airport layout, Bastian said, provides the space to manage and quickly recover from adverse situations, such as severe storms over southeast Michigan Tuesday night, and the design, which is easy for customers to navigate, contributes to the image. Aside from … [Read more...] about Delta CEO talks direct Detroit-Hawaii flights, bag fees
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American Airlines raises checked-bag fees
The Associated Press Published 6:55 PM EDT Sep 20, 2018 Fort Worth, Texas – It’s official: It will cost you more to check a bag on any of the three biggest U.S. airlines. American Airlines said Thursday that it is raising fees for checking bags by $5 apiece each way, matching Delta and United. The first bag is now $30 and the second is $40. Those are each way, so checking two bags on a round trip will cost $140. High-spending frequent flyers and customers who book with the airline’s credit card typically avoid the fees. JetBlue, Air Canada and WestJet also have raised bag fees. Southwest lets customers check one or two bags free. U.S. airlines get about a quarter of their revenue from fees. Last year, they took in $7.4 billion from fees on checked bags and ticket changes, led by American. … [Read more...] about American Airlines raises checked-bag fees
Recorder letters: High-rise buildings, free parking, council for us, invest in existing theatre, rubbish privacy and disabled cuts
PUBLISHED: 12:00 08 April 2018 Do we need more high-rise buildings in Ilford. Pioneer Point. Picture: KEN MEARS Archant Letters, contributions and comments sent in from Recorder readers this week. We don’t need another high-rise An Ilford resident, full name and address upplied, writes: Why is another high-rise building project being touted for Ilford? We already have Pioneer Point, which was hyped as a shiny new development for the future and (despite knocking down Pioneer Market to make way for it) it’s nothing more than a white elephant. The only thing Pioneer Point has going for it is the EasyGym. The last thing Ilford needs is another white elephant – focus on getting better shops, stores and businesses on the High Road, and in The Exchange; rebuilding Ilford station and making the town a better place to live instead of this “mini Manhattan” nonsense. Car parks left out of free parking Gary Staight, Chadwell councillor 1994-2010, Jarrow Road, … [Read more...] about Recorder letters: High-rise buildings, free parking, council for us, invest in existing theatre, rubbish privacy and disabled cuts
Heed The Recall: Get Your FREE Airbag Repair
(NAPSI)—If it hasn't happened already, your car dealer may call asking you to bring your vehicle to the dealership for a FREE urgent recall repair. For your own good and that of your passengers, you should do so.The ProblemSome vehicles have airbags that do not function properly. Dealers have replacement airbags available and are urging affected vehicle owners to get their vehicles fixed for FREE.According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the airbags installed in tens of millions of U.S. vehicles are subject to recall due to a safety defect that may cause the airbag to explode and cause serious injury or death.What's Being DoneBecause so many cars and trucks need to be fixed across many different vehicle manufacturers, a nationwide repair schedule has been developed to get the most dangerous airbags replaced first. Exposure to high heat and humidity over time can cause metal parts inside the airbag to explode and shoot out of the airbag at the driver … [Read more...] about Heed The Recall: Get Your FREE Airbag Repair
Volkswagen offers free 20-point check for all owners
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) Aftersales has launched a Chinese New Year promotion, offering all Volkswagen owners a complimentary 20-point safety check for a safer drive and peace of mind during the upcoming festive season. From January 22 to February 28, 2018, customers who spend RM800 and above on service and maintenance at any authorised Volkswagen service centres will also receive an exclusive merchandise. A Chinese New Year goodie bag will also be given out to all Volkswagen Aftersales customers, while stocks last. VPCM’s Leader of the Pack rebates for each model The aftersales promotion runs concurrently with the company’s “Leader of the Pack” Chinese New Year promotion, which offers cash rebates, “Liquid Gold” Petrol Card worth RM1,118 (which the company says equates to more than 10,000 km of travelling distance) and limited edition LEGO Volkswagen T1 Camper Van. This offer is available to those who purchase any Volkswagen car … [Read more...] about Volkswagen offers free 20-point check for all owners