Some weeks Friday doesn't come soon enough, but that doesn't mean there still isn't time enough to recap some of this week's more interesting travel updates and associated links.

• J.D. Power and Associates released their ranking of best and worst airports in the U.S., based on sizes small, medium and large: http://www.jdpower.com/travel/ratings/airport-ratings
• Lufthansa pilots union announced their plans to strike for four days February 22-25. Check their website for latest developments: http://www.lufthansa.com.
• American Airlines has ended its policy of same-day coach standby. Most flight changes in coach will incur a $50 confirmation fee to guarantee. Learn more: http://www.aa.com/i18n/utility/sameDayTravel.jsp
• The DOT has updated its Aviation Consumer Protection and Enforcment website. It's a comprehensive website that provides easy access to information relating to passengers' rights and recourse options: http://airconsumer.dot.gov/