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WestJet Cuts 16 U.S. Routes as Canadian Travel Demand Softens

Last Updated: February 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: AmazingMiles Editorial Team WestJet is pulling back significantly from the U.S. market, dropping 16 transborder routes and reducing its American seat capacity by roughly 13% compared to 2025. The

Biden Launches Probe Into Competition in Air Travel

The Biden administration’s recent probe into competition within the airline industry is a critical moment in regulatory oversight. Triggered by concerns over airline mergers and their impact on market competition, this investigation will be led by the Justice Department’s antitrust

Southwest to Roll Out Major Changes Before Assigned Seating

Southwest Airlines is poised to undergo a transformative shift in its operational model with the introduction of assigned seating in the second half of 2025, marking a departure from its decades-long open seating policy. This strategic change aims to enhance

United Airlines to Offer Free Starlink Wi-Fi on All Planes

The future of air travel is here, and it’s arriving with high-speed, free in-flight Wi-Fi for all. United Airlines has recently announced an exciting partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink, promising to bring complimentary high-speed internet access across its entire fleet. This

Southwest Airlines Launches Seat Assignments

Southwest Airlines’ decision to implement assigned seating in 2024 marks a pivotal shift from its long-standing open-boarding policy, a move influenced by significant customer feedback. With an overwhelming majority of passengers expressing a preference for assigned seating, the airline seeks

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