Airlines

The airline industry is experiencing a major shift in the way airlines promote and sell their lowest fares. A recent article published in The Beat highlighted this growing trend, where major US airlines are increasingly offering their lowest fares exclusively through nontraditional GDS (Global Distribution System) channels. This article examined a comprehensive survey conducted by

American Airlines and the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) have been engaged in a heated dispute regarding American’s distribution practices. ASTA filed a complaint with the Department of Transportation (DOT) in September, claiming that American’s removal of a significant portion of its content from traditional GDS booking channels has been detrimental to consumers. American

In recent years, the aviation industry has been grappling with an alarming surge in flight disruptions. According to a report by air travel data provider Infare, the number of schedule changes in 2023 was approximately three times higher than in 2019. This significant increase has raised concerns among airline and airport executives, who have been

The aviation industry is built upon precision, attention to detail, and rigorous safety protocols. Any deviation from these standards can have catastrophic consequences. Recently, an incident involving an Alaska Airlines flight shed light on the importance of proper installation procedures in aircraft manufacturing. A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) revealed alarming

Boeing, the renowned aircraft manufacturer, has announced that it will be postponing deliveries on approximately 50 of its 737 Max aircraft. This delay is prompted by the discovery of a quality-control issue related to two holes in the bodies of these planes not being drilled to precise specifications. Although this issue does not pose an

Boeing decided to withdraw a request for a safety standard exemption for the 737 Max 7 aircraft following pressure from Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.). The request was made to allow the Max 7 to fly while Boeing continued working on an engineering fix for the aircraft’s engine inlet de-icing system. In a letter to FAA

El Al, the national carrier of Israel, has announced plans to expand its service between the United States and Israel. This move comes in response to reduced and suspended service by several carriers following an attack on Israel by Hamas. El Al aims to replenish the lost capacity and maintain an important air bridge between

Finnair, the Finnish flag carrier, is facing significant disruptions to its flight schedule due to strikes involving several government employee unions. The strikes are set to impact Helsinki Airport, resulting in the cancellation of nearly the airline’s entire schedule on February 1 and 2. This unexpected development has left thousands of passengers stranded and has

Taylor Swift, the renowned pop icon, and her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, have become the center of attention in recent months. Swift’s presence at Chiefs’ games and her transformative album, 1989, have generated massive public interest. Noticing this, American Airlines and United Airlines have decided to pay homage to Swift, Kelce,

American Airlines is embracing a new era by gradually transitioning towards 100% internet bookings. During the company’s recent Q4 earnings call, executives made it clear that internet bookings are the future of their distribution strategy. American’s chief commercial officer, Vasu Raja, emphasized that meeting customer demands and providing the best content at the lowest expenses

Frontier Airlines, known for its budget-friendly leisure travel options, is embarking on a bold new strategy. The airline has announced a massive expansion, adding 52 new routes to its portfolio from April through June. This strategic move marks a departure from the carrier’s traditional focus on leisure destinations, aiming instead to tap into underserved and

The proposed tie-up between Lufthansa Group and Italy’s state-owned ITA Airways has sparked concerns within the European Commission (EC). As a result, the EC has decided to conduct an in-depth review to evaluate whether this collaboration would harm competition in the aviation industry. The potential acquisition would grant Lufthansa a 41% stake in ITA, with

United Airlines has made the decision to remove the largest version of the Boeing 737 Max, the Max 10, from its internal plans. CEO Scott Kirby stated during an interview with CNBC that the grounding of the Max 9 was the final straw that led to this decision. United had placed an order for 150

In a stunning turn of events, the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport in Hawaii was forced to shut down its runway due to a critical crack that was discovered by the Hawaii Department of Transportation. This unforeseen situation had significant implications for travelers, airlines, and cargo facilities. The closure resulted in the disruption of 26

The Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), the union representing American Airlines flight attendants, has once again asked to be released from further bargaining obligations with the airline. APFA president Julie Hedrick expressed disappointment with American’s economic framework, stating that it ignores the sacrifices made by the 27,000 flight attendants. The lack of any economic

Federal officials have recently provided updates on their investigations into a jetliner that experienced a midflight fuselage incident. These officials have briefed a congressional committee, revealing that airlines have inspected 40 identical Boeing planes in response to the incident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that it will review the information gathered from these

In a recent and highly anticipated decision, U.S. District Court Judge William Young blocked the proposed merger between JetBlue and Spirit airlines. Although acknowledging the potential consumer benefits of combining the two airlines, Judge Young ruled in favor of preserving Spirit’s ultralow-cost business model. By rejecting the merger, the judge aimed to safeguard the interests

Boeing, a leading aircraft manufacturer, has announced its plans to enhance quality inspections during the production of its 737 Max aircraft. This decision comes after the company faced intense scrutiny regarding safety failings. Additionally, Boeing has decided to open its factories for additional inspections by its airline customers. The company also plans to improve oversight