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Lufthansa Will Use Biofuels on Commercial Flights in 2011

The German airline was one of the first to adopt Wi-Fi during flights. Now it is set to become the first to use biofuels on commercial flights, as early as next year. READ»

The New United-Continental Logo: Flying a Little Too Close Together

The airline merger is a big loser for United, who may have kept the name but lost all of its rich brand equity--including double ties to a legendary designer.READ»

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Honeywell's GPS-based Landing Tech Could Save Airlines Billions

The first salvo against interminable flight delays is Honeywell's new GPS-based landing technology. It could also save billions for the airlines.READ»

Can Walgreens Solve the Health-Care Crisis?

Walgreen Co., like many other companies that touch the medical industry, is eagerly eyeing the outcome of President Obama's health-care reform initiative. But no matter what happens in Washington, Walgreen wins. "Whatever ...READ»

Continental Test Flight Uses Algae as Fuel

Continental Airlines became the first US carrier to power a plane using algae as fuel yesterday. The flight, which notably took off from Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport, was also the first in the world to use a dual-engine ...READ»