Airlines

American Express is set to make a splash at Washington Reagan National Airport with the opening of their 29th Centurion Lounge on July 17th. This 12,000-square-foot oasis will showcase a menu curated by not one, not two, but three renowned chefs. Michelle Bernstein, Ravi Kapur, and Michael Solomonov have come together to create a culinary
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Former American Airlines chief commercial officer Vasu Raja, who played a key role in the airline’s aggressive strategy shift towards direct bookings and NDC channels, was recently dismissed by the company. However, despite his termination, Raja will be walking away with a substantial seven-figure payout. As part of the termination agreement, Raja will receive his
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Delta Airlines recently implemented a new rule concerning the pins that its employees can wear on their uniforms. According to the revised policy, the only acceptable pin representing a country or nationality is now the U.S. flag. This decision was made in response to the increasing confusion surrounding nationality flags and the potential for them
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is hopeful that the inauguration of Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, in October will bring about a more amicable relationship between the United States and Mexico in terms of aviation policies. However, concerns have been raised that Sheinbaum’s proposed policies align closely with those of her predecessor, Andres Manuel
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Competition is fierce among eight airlines vying for five additional daily roundtrip slot pairs beyond the 1,250-mile perimeter at Washington Reagan National Airport. These slot pairs are awarded pursuant to the five-year FAA reauthorization signed into law by President Biden in May. With already existing exemptions for 20 daily roundtrips, airlines like American, United, Delta,
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Delta Airlines is currently considering unbundling its forward cabin offerings, signaling a potential shift in the airline’s business strategy. Glen Hauenstein, the President of Delta Airlines, hinted at a significant announcement during the airline’s second-quarter earnings call. He suggested that more details would be revealed at the upcoming Investor Day in November, hinting at the
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Regional carrier Mesa Airlines has recently faced significant challenges due to a decrease in pilot attrition and a pause in training programs for incoming pilots. The airline has been forced to furlough a dozen pilots and halt training for 41 aspiring pilots, signaling a shift in the industry. Factors Contributing to the Pilot Shortage The
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Delta Airlines has recently announced an exclusive partnership with Riyadh Air, a Saudi carrier that is set to launch in 2025. This agreement, signed in Atlanta, signifies a significant step towards collaboration in various aspects of the aviation industry. The two airlines plan to not only become interline and codeshare partners but also explore opportunities
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Southwest Airlines has recently appointed Rakesh Gangwal, a co-founder of India’s largest carrier, IndiGo, to its board of directors. This move comes in response to demands from activist investor group Elliott Management, which has criticized Southwest for lacking board members with experience in the airline industry outside of the company itself. Elliott Management, which holds
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American Airlines has made a strategic decision to invest in the future of aviation by purchasing 100 hydrogen-electric engines from ZeroAvia, a British-American developer. These engines are set to power regional jets with zero in-flight emissions, with the only byproduct being water vapor. This move marks a significant step towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly
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Recently, a tragic incident involving an Air Europa plane has left six individuals hospitalized due to severe turbulence encountered during the flight. The flight, which was en route from Madrid to Montevideo, Uruguay, had to make an emergency landing in Natal, Brazil, where the injured passengers were treated for their injuries. The airline reported that
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