Airbus has announced the appointment of Robin Hayes, former CEO of JetBlue Airways, as the new leader of its North American operations. This strategic move by the European aircraft manufacturer was disclosed on Monday, signaling a significant shift in leadership aimed at strengthening its presence and operations in North America. Hayes, known for his influential [...]
United Airlines has revised its aircraft delivery schedule for 2024, significantly reducing the number of new planes it expects to receive due to ongoing delays at Boeing. In response to the setback, the airline is strategically enhancing its fleet by adding leased Airbus A321neos to maintain service expansion and operational efficiency. The adjustment in delivery [...]
Norse Atlantic ASA, the parent company of the low-cost, long-haul carrier Norse Atlantic Airways based in Oslo Gardermoen, has successfully secured a significant financial boost with a $20 million revolving credit facility. This crucial support, provided by its two largest shareholders, Scorpio Holdings Limited and B T Larsen & Co Limited, is aimed at strengthening [...]
American Express has announced changes to its British Airways co-branded credit card, including an increase in spending requirements and adjustments to its companion voucher scheme. This shift prompts cardholders to evaluate whether the benefits continue to justify the costs associated with the card. The adjustments to the British Airways American Express card include an increase [...]
Air Tanzania has expanded its fleet and enhanced its service to Dubai with the introduction of a new Boeing 737 MAX 9. This state-of-the-art aircraft, with a seating capacity of 181 passengers, will be deployed on the popular route between Dar es Salaam and Dubai. The addition of the Boeing 737 MAX 9 allows Air [...]
In a recent interview with El País, Luis Gallego, Chief Executive of IAG International Airlines Group, outlined the group's readiness to relinquish up to 40% of Air Europa's flight frequencies from 2023 to address European Commission concerns regarding its planned acquisition of the airline through its Iberia subsidiary. This strategic move aims to facilitate regulatory [...]
An unlikely contender in the airline industry is turning heads with its impressive profitability. Investors have shifted their focus to low-cost carriers, a niche that has been steadily gaining traction. Originating in Europe, these airlines offer stripped-down fares for short-haul flights between nearby cities, operating on a distinct business model compared to traditional carriers. With [...]
In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, Air Canada is set to advance the seasonal start of its service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to October. This decision underscores the airline's commitment to strengthening its connectivity in Southeast Asia and follows closely on the heels [...]
This summer, Turkish Airlines will introduce a new nonstop route connecting Istanbul with Denver, marking its 14th destination in the United States. Set to commence on June 11, this route will feature the state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft and is destined to become Denver's longest nonstop flight. Spanning a distance of 6,130 miles, it will surpass [...]
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), based in Copenhagen Kastrup, has officially declared its plan to leave Star Alliance by the end of August 2024, marking a significant shift in its alliance affiliations by joining Skyteam on September 1, 2024. This strategic move comes on the heels of a partial acquisition by Air France-KLM, signaling a new phase [...]
Spirit Airlines announced on April 8 that it has entered into an agreement with Airbus to postpone the delivery of all aircraft originally scheduled for the second quarter of 2025 through 2026. This strategic move aims to conserve cash as the U.S. carrier navigates financial challenges, resulting in the planned furlough of approximately 260 pilots. [...]
United Airlines has announced the postponement of its Investor Day, initially slated for early next month, to early fall. This decision comes in the wake of a U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigation into the airline following a series of safety incidents. The move to reschedule the event, communicated through an email to invitees, underscores [...]
