Salt Lake City airport finally gets new tunnel that cuts down on the dreaded walk

If you’ve been to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) since the coronavirus pandemic, odds are you’ve been impressed with its new terminal. That’s unless you’re flying out of Concourse B, which is connected to the main Concourse A by a bit of a circuitous tunnel. After clearing security, you must first walk by many…

3 big lounge updates for Newark Airport, including an all-new Air France lounge

Waiting for your flight in Terminal B at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) isn’t exactly too inspiring. The terminal’s low ceilings and crowded gate areas aren’t necessarily the most welcoming, and the concession options aren’t all that much better than what’ll likely be served on board, especially if you’re seated in business class. While a…

How states have become the new hub for credit card-related legislation

Over the last few years, the federal government has shown an increasing interest in credit cards and points and miles. Much of this originated with the proposed Credit Card Competition Act, but it has since expanded to major airlines and the loyalty programs they offer. Incidentally, the two original cosponsors of the CCCA were the…

American Airlines fined $50 million over treatment of passengers with disabilities

The Biden administration is slapping American Airlines with a record-setting punishment, criticizing the carrier’s treatment of passengers who use wheelchairs for mobility devices — and their essential equipment. The U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced a $50 million penalty against American. As part of an agreement, the Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier will have to…