Airlines

After weathering a turbulent period exacerbated by the global pandemic, Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways has decisively shifted gears, not just returning to profitability but embarking on an assertive growth trajectory that seems both calculated and ambitious. This isn’t the timid comeback of a battered airline cautiously re-entering the market; it’s a strategic resurgence underpinned by
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The Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC) acts as the central billing and settlement entity between airlines and travel agencies in the United States, governing the issuance of airline tickets through an Agent Reporting Agreement (ARA). For many years, ARC’s ARA explicitly prohibited an appointed agency from issuing tickets on behalf of nonappointed agencies or those whose
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The recent review conducted by India’s civil aviation authority, led by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has unveiled alarming safety deficiencies at two of the nation’s busiest airports: Mumbai and New Delhi. This rigorous assessment aimed to scrutinize the operational aspects of air travel in India, thereby ensuring that airline practices align with
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As the global air travel landscape grapples with the consequences of geopolitical tensions, the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict significantly impacts flight operations across the Gulf states and neighboring regions. Even in the wake of a ceasefire announcement on June 25, airlines have demonstrated a marked reluctance to traverse Iranian airspace. This decision highlights both the fragility
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Recently, President Trump issued a groundbreaking executive order that has reignited the conversation surrounding supersonic commercial flights. This initiative seeks to dismantle a 1973 ban on such flights over land, a ban primarily enforced due to the disruptive noise produced by sonic booms. The directive charged the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with the challenge of
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The commercial aviation industry is currently grappling with an unprecedented backlog of over 17,000 aircraft orders, a staggering figure that reflects significant operational challenges. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), this backlog, which translates to a 14-year wait at current production rates, underscores severe constraints on industry growth. As airlines strive to rejuvenate
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The Brazilian aviation industry is undergoing a seismic shift as carriers adapt to the tumultuous aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Among these dynamic changes, Azul Airlines has taken a courageous step forward by initiating Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Contrary to the bleak implications often associated with bankruptcy, Azul’s strategic maneuver is not merely a last
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The recent settlement between Boeing and the U.S. Justice Department, outlined in court documents dated May 23, represents an unprecedented moment in the landscape of corporate accountability. After two devastating crashes of the Boeing 737 Max—resulting in the tragic deaths of 346 individuals—the decision to permit Boeing to evade criminal prosecution is alarming. Boeing’s potential
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For over a decade, Skiplagged has been a significant thorn in the side of traditional airlines, captivating the attention of budget-conscious travelers with its innovative approach to airfare pricing. By promoting the concept of hidden-city ticketing, where travelers book flights with layovers that ultimately lead to more affordable destinations, the platform disrupts long-standing airline practices.
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In today’s fast-paced travel industry, agencies are finding themselves grappling with complex contractual relationships with technology providers like Sabre. The emergence of new fee structures and incentives geared towards different booking methods, including the increasingly popular New Distribution Capability (NDC), has created an atmosphere of uncertainty. This situation is exacerbated by the ongoing changes to
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