Airlines

Alaska Airlines recently made a groundbreaking investment in JetZero, an aircraft engineering startup focused on revolutionizing the aviation industry. JetZero’s innovative blended-wing aircraft design aims to reduce carbon emissions and fuel burn by up to 50%. This investment, facilitated through Alaska’s venture capital subsidiary Alaska Star Ventures, marks a significant step forward in sustainable air

Finnair, a member of the Oneworld alliance and a joint-venture partner of American Airlines, has been a strong advocate for NDC technology in the airline industry. However, the airline recently announced that it would not be discontinuing legacy GDS sales by the end of 2025 as originally planned. Aviation editor Robert Silk sat down with

American Airlines’ relationship with travel management companies (TMCs) took a hit when they shifted their focus towards direct distribution and away from traditional GDS channels. This move was seen as a failure, potentially costing the airline up to $1.5 billion in revenue. However, during the Q2 earnings call, American CEO Robert Isom acknowledged the need

Archer Aviation, a pioneering company in the development of electric aircraft, is making waves with its innovative project, Midnight. This four-passenger electric aircraft is set to transform urban air travel with its cutting-edge design and futuristic concept. The company has recently unveiled its ambitious plans for a Los Angeles-area flight network, aiming to kick off

Expedia Group, holding the second position on Travel Weekly’s Power List, has recently experienced a decline in demand in the third quarter, as stated by CEO Ariane Gorin during the Q2 earnings call. Despite this, the second-quarter results for the company exceeded initial expectations, with gross bookings showing a 6% increase, reaching $28.8 billion. Revenue

Tauck, a renowned tour operator, has announced the resumption of sales for American Airlines and its Oneworld alliance partners. This decision comes after American Airlines temporarily lifted a policy that previously hindered tour operators from offering refundable fares. The company noted that American and Oneworld have extended the refundability of fares booked through Tauck and

In July, Delta experienced a significant increase in flight cancellations, reaching a rate of 5.28%, a stark difference from its June rate of 0.8%. This decline placed Delta at the bottom of the U.S. airline industry, a position it is not accustomed to. The primary reason behind Delta’s spike in cancellations was the slow recovery

Breeze Airways recently announced its plans to start flying to Newark, one of the primary airports in the New York metro area. The carrier will initially offer twice-weekly service between Newark and Charleston, W.V., with further flights continuing on to Orlando. This move is part of Breeze’s strategy to expand its operations in the extended

Boeing factory workers have disclosed accounts of being pressured to work too fast and asked to perform jobs for which they weren’t adequately qualified. Federal investigators have opened a two-day hearing into the blowout incident involving an Alaska Airlines jet, which further damaged Boeing’s safety reputation. It was revealed that there was pressure to keep

Elliott Investment Management recently disclosed its $1.9 billion stake in Southwest Airlines and called for changes in the carrier’s top management, specifically targeting CEO Bob Jordan. The investment firm emphasized the need for new leadership to drive the airline’s growth and success in the competitive industry. Proposed Changes in Leadership In a U.S. Securities and

Harry Reid Airport in Las Vegas has had a remarkable first half of 2024, with a total of 28.9 million passengers passing through its terminals by June. This represents a 2.6% increase from the same period the previous year. The airport is well on its way to surpassing last year’s record of 57.6 million flyers.

Allegiant Travel Co. is facing a tough road ahead when it comes to their Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor in Florida. The company’s executive chairman and outgoing CEO Maurice Gallagher openly admitted during a recent Q2 earnings call that the resort is in deep financial trouble. He mentioned that they are exploring all options, including the

In response to the threats of a lawsuit by Delta Air Lines, cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has vehemently defended its actions. The CEO of Delta, Ed Bastian, appeared on CNBC to express that the airline suffered over $500 million in damages due to a software update failure by CrowdStrike on July 19. However, in a letter

The Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection has initiated an investigation into Delta’s ongoing operational issues. The DOT Secretary, Pete Buttigieg, has emphasized the importance of Delta taking care of its passengers and honoring their customer-service commitments. This investigation comes in response to the significant disruptions caused by a CrowdStrike outage on July

Korean Air has recently finalized an agreement to purchase a total of 50 new Boeing widebody aircraft. The extensive order includes a mix of different models, with 20 Boeing 777-9 aircraft, 20 Boeing 787-10s, and an option for an additional 10 of the 787-10s. This sizable investment underscores Korean Air’s commitment to expanding its long-haul

Hawaiian Airlines has recently stated in a court filing that they would have to stop all traditional GDS sales if the U.S. Department of Transportation enforces its new rule for airline fee disclosure on October 30th. This statement reflects the airline’s concerns over their ability to comply with the DOT regulation and the potential impact

The U.S. helicopter sightseeing industry has had its fair share of crashes and fatalities over the years, despite being relatively uncommon. A recent crash involving a Robinson 44 helicopter operated by Ali’I Kauai Air Tours and Charters on the northern Napali coastline of Kauai resulted in the deaths of the pilot and two passengers. This

American Airlines regional subsidiary, Piedmont, has embarked on a significant initiative to bring its aircraft out of storage after being grounded during the pandemic. As part of the revival process, Piedmont is planning to gradually pull two 50-seat Embraer E145s per month from their parking location in the southern Arizona desert until February, with the