Airlines

The recent case of a mechanic being fired after complaining about poor repair work on planes in a Boeing factory near Seattle has raised serious concerns. Richard Cuevas, the mechanic in question, claimed to have witnessed “substandard manufacturing and maintenance processes” while working on Boeing 787 Dreamliners. This includes issues such as drilling holes to

The recent industrial action taken by Aer Lingus pilots has left travelers in a state of uncertainty and confusion. The sudden cancellation of hundreds of flights has disrupted the travel plans of tens of thousands of people. One of the key issues that have arisen is the lack of communication between the pilots, management, and

Recently, the Lufthansa Group announced a new “environmental cost surcharge” that will be imposed on flights to cover the expenses associated with meeting new green regulatory requirements for airlines. This surcharge, which could go up to 72 euros per flight, is set to be implemented starting from January 1 and will be applicable to all

Qatar Airways has once again solidified its position as a leader in the aviation industry by winning the prestigious title of the world’s best airline at Skytrax’s 2024 World Airline Awards. This marks the eighth time that Qatar Airways has been honored with this prestigious award in the 25-year history of the event. The airline’s

Air France recently announced the opening of a new lounge at Los Angeles International Airport, bringing its U.S. lounge count to six. The 12,000-square-foot facility is located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal and is designed in Air France’s signature deep blue and white color scheme with touches of red. The lounge features a full

American Airlines has recently made changes to its New Distribution Capability (NDC) strategy, aligning it more closely with its competitor, United Airlines. This revised approach involves shifting towards a lighter-touch method when working with travel agencies. While the goal of this new strategy is to regain market share, it may take some time for American

Recently, American Airlines found itself embroiled in controversy after a group of Black passengers were removed from a flight in Phoenix due to a complaint about body odor. This incident led to the airline putting an unspecified number of employees on leave, acknowledging the breakdown of procedures and expressing disappointment in the handling of the

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is in the process of implementing new regulations that will require public air charters to adhere to the same safety standards as large commercial airlines. Additionally, the FAA is exploring the possibility of introducing a new regulatory framework for operators of scheduled operations that utilize aircraft with 10 to 30

In 2023, airlines demonstrated a significant improvement in their baggage handling processes, as reported by aviation technology company SITA. The mishandled-bag rate was down to 6.9 bags per 1,000, a decrease of 9.2% from the previous year’s rate of 7.6 per 1,000. This improvement is particularly impressive considering that there was a 30% increase in

The U.S. Department of Transportation recently imposed a hefty fine of $1.8 million on Emirates Airline for operating flights in prohibited airspace over Baghdad. This violation occurred during flights where Emirates had codeshares with JetBlue, taking place between December 2021 and August 2022. Specifically, the flights flew below the minimum altitude of 32,000 feet mandated

When Elliott Management acquired an 11% position in Southwest earlier this week, the activist investor placed the airline’s management in the crosshairs. With the goal of advocating for significant changes within the company, Elliott’s bold move has sparked a clash of interests between the hedge fund and Southwest’s current leadership team. This clash mainly revolves

Turkish Airlines has set its sights on expanding its presence in the United States, with plans to target key cities such as Minneapolis, Charlotte, Philadelphia, and Orlando as future destinations. The carrier’s chairman, Ahmet Bolat, expressed confidence in the airline’s growth potential during an interview in Denver, where Turkish Airlines had just landed for the

American Airlines is gearing up to revolutionize its distribution strategy by introducing dynamically priced fares in New Distribution Capability (NDC) channels. This bold move will not only streamline the booking process but also open up a new realm of possibilities for travelers and travel agencies alike. The decision to embrace dynamic pricing reflects American Airlines’

As the United Nations’ aviation arm announced a goal of reducing aviation emissions globally by 5% by 2030, the airline industry leaders expressed doubt about the feasibility of this target. Willie Walsh, the director general of IATA, highlighted the lack of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in certain regions, such as South America. This raised

Cathay Pacific has faced difficulties in resuming its full prepandemic U.S. network due to Boeing’s delivery delays, particularly with the Boeing 777-9 aircraft. The airline had planned to receive 22 of these planes between 2021 and the end of this year. However, certification issues have led to delays, pushing back the delivery timeline to next

The recent announcement made by American Airlines during the ASTA’s Travel Advisor Conference to reverse its distribution strategy was generally well-received by the travel agency community. This decision marked a significant victory for ASTA after a yearlong battle against American Airlines, as it agreed to abandon its plans of not awarding loyalty points for bookings

When it comes to corporate travel, meetings, and incentives, there are specific considerations to keep in mind regarding the DOT’s new refund rule. One of the main questions that arise is who is responsible for refunds for canceled or delayed flights when payments are made via check, wire transfer, or cash deposit. According to the

United Airlines has taken a bold step in the world of advertising by launching Kinective Media, an innovative platform that leverages the vast amount of customer data the airline possesses. This new advertising initiative allows companies to customize and target their advertisements to United Airlines customers through a variety of platforms such as the airline’s