Airlines

JetBlue has recently announced a significant change in its service to London Gatwick Airport. The airline will be moving away from year-round operations to a summer seasonal schedule for flights from Boston and New York. This strategic move will see the service between Boston and Gatwick pausing on Oct. 1, with New York-Gatwick flights following

Southwest Airlines, known for its industry-leading policy of offering two free checked bags, is now exploring the possibility of implementing bag fees. Through a recent survey, the airline is gauging customer sentiment on the potential introduction of charges for checked bags. The survey includes various scenarios, such as different fare options that may or may

In a significant turn of events, Alaska Airlines has passed a crucial milestone in its bid to acquire Hawaiian Airlines as antitrust regulators have given their approval for the merger. The Department of Justice refrained from deeming the merger as anticompetitive and did not impose any conditions on the deal, a move that bodes well

Boeing has recently faced safety concerns regarding their 787 Dreamliner jets, specifically related to cockpit seats. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated inspections of cockpit seats on these jets after a terrifying incident occurred during a flight by Chile-based Latam Airlines. The captain’s seat unexpectedly lurched forward, disconnecting the plane’s autopilot system and causing

Delta Airlines has recently finalized distribution agreements with all three major Global Distribution Systems (GDSs) in order to provide travel advisors with full content access without any surcharge on legacy system usage. During the Delta Business Showcase on August 20, senior vice president of global sales, Bob Somers, announced that Delta has completed multi-year agreements

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has given the green light to Alaska Airlines’ proposal to acquire Hawaiian Airlines, stating that the merger is not anticompetitive. After a thorough review period, the DOJ did not take any action against the $1.9 billion deal, allowing the two airlines to proceed with the merger. Alaska’s Statement Alaska Airlines

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently announced the allocation of $291 million in grants for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and related technologies. These funds, authorized under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, aim to support the Biden administration’s ambitious goal of reaching 3 billion gallons of domestic SAF production annually by 2030, accounting for 10% of

The article discusses how a software update by cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike caused major disruptions to Microsoft Windows operating systems, leading to the grounding of U.S. airlines. The response to this outage varied significantly among American, Delta, and United Airlines. While American was able to recover quickly with minimal disruptions, Delta faced a prolonged recovery process

Portland International Airport in Oregon has recently unveiled the first phase of its new main terminal, marking a significant milestone in the airport’s $2.15 billion transformation project. This new terminal boasts state-of-the-art check-in areas, wider TSA security screening zones equipped with the latest technology, and expansive public spaces that offer travelers a unique experience. The

Elliott Investment Management has taken an aggressive stance by publicly identifying 10 potential nominees for Southwest Airlines’ board of directors. This move signifies a significant escalation of its demands for changes within the carrier’s senior management. Such a bold move indicates the investment firm’s dissatisfaction with the current leadership and their desire for a major

As a travel advisor, one important aspect to consider is the size of the group that can be effectively managed. It is crucial to assess how many people the advisor and the ship can handle to ensure a personalized experience for each client. For example, one advisor capped her group at 41 people on a

Southern Connecticut is about to witness a fierce competition between two discount airlines, Breeze Airways and Avelo. With Breeze’s recent announcement of introducing 10 routes from Tweed Airport in New Haven, Connecticut, where Avelo currently maintains its primary East Coast base, a showdown is on the horizon. Breeze Airways is set to launch routes from

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