Airlines

Spirit Airlines has announced that they will be launching new fare bundles next month in an effort to cater to a wider range of travelers. These new bundles are set to go on sale on August 16, with flights beginning on August 27. CEO Ted Christie expressed his excitement about delivering an elevated experience that

Southwest Airlines is currently facing backlash from an advocacy group representing plus-sized travelers as they prepare to transition to assigned seating. The National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance (NAAFA) has raised concerns about the potential impact this transition may have on the accessibility of travel for individuals requiring additional seating. Under Southwest’s current policy, individuals

Discount carrier Avelo is making significant strides in expanding its operations, both domestically and internationally. The airline has announced that it will begin offering international service in November, along with launching new routes from Bradley International Airport in Connecticut. This expansion marks a key milestone for Avelo as it continues to grow its network and

United Airlines’ recent decision to sell customer data for targeted advertising purposes has raised concerns about the violation of privacy. By allowing advertisers to push messages to flyers based on their age group, city of residence, and flight information, United is essentially commoditizing its customers’ personal data. While the data does not include personally identifiable

Southwest Airlines, one of the major players in the airline industry, is currently facing challenges from Elliott Management, an activist investment firm holding an 11% stake in the company. Elliott has made it clear that it aims to oust the current board and management of Southwest Airlines, citing the recent announcement of additional legroom seats

Southwest Airlines recently announced plans to introduce premium extra-legroom seats on its planes, marking the first time the airline will offer such a product. The CEO, Bob Jordan, emphasized that despite this new addition, Southwest will continue to uphold its low-cost identity. The decision to add extra-legroom seats comes as part of an effort to

JetBlue has recently announced its plans to increase its seat count in New England by 20% next winter. This expansion includes launching service in Manchester, N.H., adding more flights out of Boston, as well as introducing new routes from Providence, R.I., Portland, Maine, and Presque Isle, Maine. This strategic move will position JetBlue as a

Southwest Airlines, known for its open-boarding policy, is undergoing a major transformation by implementing assigned seats. This move marks a significant departure from the airline’s traditional approach to seating and will have a profound impact on the overall customer experience. With the addition of extra-legroom seats, Southwest aims to cater to the evolving preferences of

American Airlines has faced a significant revenue loss of $1.5 billion this year due to its laser focus on direct distribution and failed attempt to transition travel agencies towards NDC bookings. However, the airline has recognized its mistakes and is taking steps to re-engage with travel agencies and corporate clients to mitigate the impact and

In the dynamic world of aviation, continuous innovation is imperative to enhance the travel experience for passengers. The three major global airline alliances – Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam – have been focusing on leveraging technology integrations to facilitate seamless multi-airline journeys. These alliances are striving to make the process of organizing complex itineraries across

Delta Airlines faced a major setback on July 24th when the CrowdStrike outage caused disruptions to its Microsoft Windows-based IT systems. As a result, the airline was forced to cancel 50 flights, representing about 1% of its schedule. With 14% of its mainline schedule experiencing delays, Delta’s reputation for reliability was put to the test.

Air India has recently announced the introduction of new Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two U.S. routes, aiming to enhance the travel experience for passengers. The new plane will be operated daily on New York JFK-Delhi flights starting from November 1st, and five times per week on Newark-Delhi flights beginning on January 2nd. This deployment will

Delta Airlines is facing ongoing operational challenges, which initially began with the CrowdStrike outage on July 19th. These difficulties have now persisted for five days, causing significant disruptions to the airline’s schedule. As of 12:30 p.m. Eastern time, Delta had already canceled 460 mainline flights on Tuesday, amounting to 13% of its overall schedule. Additionally,

In today’s fast-paced world, staying connected while flying has become a game-changer for many travelers. Hawaiian Airlines has taken a step ahead of the competition by introducing the SpaceX Starlink satellite experience on certain planes and routes. This move has set a new standard for in-flight WiFi services, offering passengers a seamless and reliable connectivity

Delta Airlines faced ongoing cancellations on Monday due to the aftermath of the CrowdStrike global IT outage that occurred on Friday. As of Monday afternoon, Delta had already canceled over 750 mainline flights, which accounted for a significant 19% of its schedule on that day. This figure does not include the flights from the Delta

A recent widespread technology outage caused chaos around the world, affecting a variety of services ranging from flights to banking and media outlets. This incident shed light on the significant reliance on a small number of software providers and the vulnerability it creates. The Root of the Issue Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike investigated the outage and

Airbus has achieved a significant milestone with the certification of the longest-range Airbus narrowbody by the European safety authority EASA. This certification paves the way for the commercial operation of the Airbus A321XLR, an aircraft designed for extralong-range missions. The certification process for the Airbus A321XLR powered by the CFM International Leap engine spanned five

The recent global technology outage caused chaos in the airline industry, with nearly 2,500 U.S. flights cancelled by 3:30 p.m. Eastern time on Friday. This disruption was a result of a cybersecurity firm, CrowdStrike’s update that affected Microsoft Windows users of its tool. The impact was felt worldwide, with over 4,000 cancellations reported globally. Atlanta,