NWA warns of strike risks — A work stoppage by Northwest Airlines flight attendants — even one that falls short of an all-out strike — would create major headaches for passengers and devastate the bankrupt carrier, the company said in court documents filed this week. (The Detroit News)
Tropical Storm Chris weakens — Tropical Storm Chris weakened slightly as it swept through the eastern Caribbean early Thursday, dumping rain on the Virgin Islands and prompting tourists to flee Puerto Rico’s east coast. (AP)
New Orleans cancels Katrina comedy — If you thought a comedy hour, a fireworks display and a masquerade gala were peculiar ways to mark the first anniversary of a storm that laid waste to a once-proud city and killed at least 1,600 people, take heart: They’ve been called off. (New Orleans Times-Picayune)
Fla. county sues online travel agencies — Florida’s Leon County has sued eleven online travel companies saying the companies failed to pay Florida counties more than $5 million in hotel room taxes. (AP)
Comair faces union turbulence — Comair’s effort to emerge from bankruptcy faces a new setback, as two unions that ratified concessions back in January said Wednesday that the deals are off. (Cincinnati Enquirer)
Godspeed ship tour drew 456,000 visitors — The Godspeed’s summer tour to generate goodwill for events marking the 400th anniversary of Jamestown did just that, organizers said Tuesday, with the number of people checking out the 17th-century replica ship exceeding estimates.
Aspen’s single-day ticket reaches $82 — A single-day lift ticket purchased on the spot during peak season will cost $82 at the Aspen Skiing Co.’s four resorts this season, but the company insists it won’t be the highest in the nation. (AP)
Continental not liable for passengers DVT — Continental Airlines is not liable for not warning passengers about the risk of blood clots during an international flight, a US federal appeals court ruled on Wednesday. (Airwise News)
Hawaii hotels break revenue records — Hawaii’s hotels have never charged so much per room, nor have they ever brought in so much money. Average daily room rates reached a record $183.48 during the first six months of the year, second only to New York City. (AP)
US Airways adopts fly now, pay later option — In a bid to boost bookings, US Airways now lets customers reserve flights and pay for them later. (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
