IAG Invests in SeatBoost Software to Enhance Flight Upgrade Bidding
International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, is investing in the U.S. startup SeatBoost, which allows passengers… Read More »
Emerald Airlines Targets Profit in 2024 Amid Dublin Capacity Issues
Emerald Airlines, the operator of the Aer Lingus Regional franchise, is optimistic about achieving its first profitable year in 2024… Read More »
Striking Machinists Union Rejects Boeing’s Final Contract Offer
As the strike by Boeing machinists enters its 11th day, the company has presented what it describes as a “best… Read More »
SpiceJet Settles $16.7 Million Dispute with ELFC
SpiceJet, the Indian low-cost carrier, has reached a settlement with Engine Lease Finance Corporation (ELFC) to resolve a $16.7 million… Read More »
UK’s RAF Museum Teams Up with Virgin Atlantic
The Royal Air Force Museum (RAF Museum) in London, England, has announced a new commercial partnership with Virgin Atlantic, naming… Read More »
Elliott Management Calls Special Meeting with Southwest Airlines Leadership
Elliott Management announced plans to convene a special meeting at Southwest Airlines as early as next week, signaling a push… Read More »
OYO Acquires Motel 6 and Studio 6 Brands for $525 Million
Indian-based travel company OYO has announced its acquisition of economy budget brand Motel 6, along with its extended-stay chain Studio… Read More »
Supreme Court Rejects SpiceJet’s Appeal in Engine Dispute
The Supreme Court of India has upheld a decision by the Delhi High Court, rejecting SpiceJet’s attempt to overturn orders… Read More »
Southwest Airlines Faces ‘Difficult Decisions’ Amid Profitability Push
Southwest Airlines has warned its employees of “difficult decisions” ahead as the company strives to boost profits under pressure from… Read More »
Frontier Airlines Flight Attendants Vote to Strike
Flight attendants at Frontier Airlines, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), have voted overwhelmingly in favor of a… Read More »
Textron Aviation Workers Vote to Strike After Rejecting Contract Offer
approximately 5,000 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 774 in Wichita, Kansas, decisively rejected… Read More »
British Airways Invests £9 Million in Carbon Removal Credits
British Airways has announced a significant commitment to sustainability by signing a deal worth over £9 million ($12 million) for… Read More »
Boeing Strike Continues as Union Rejects Latest Offer
Boeing’s efforts to end a costly strike by more than 30,000 machinists hit another roadblock as the workers’ union rejected… Read More »
Assessing the A321XLR’s Viability in High-Demand Short-to-Medium-Range Markets
In the ever-evolving aviation industry, airlines continuously seek ways to optimize their fleets and routes for maximum efficiency and profitability…. Read More »
Boeing Defense Chief Ted Colbert Exits Amid Leadership Changes
Boeing’s newly appointed CEO, Kelly Ortberg, has announced the immediate departure of Ted Colbert, head of the company’s defense unit…. Read More »
American Airlines in Exclusive Credit Card Deal Talks with Citigroup
American Airlines is currently in discussions to designate Citigroup as its exclusive credit card partner, effectively ending its longstanding partnership… Read More »
Hawaiian Airlines to Update Employment Status for Nonunion Staff
Nonunion employees at Hawaiian Airlines will soon receive updates about their job status following the airline’s merger with Alaska Airlines,… Read More »
Boeing Settles Embraer JV Dispute with $150 Million Payment
Boeing has agreed to pay USD150 million to Embraer, settling an arbitration dispute over a failed commercial aviation joint venture… Read More »
Charlotte Douglas Airport Opens 10 New Gates in Expansion
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) marked a significant milestone on September 17, 2024, with the opening of 10 new gates,… Read More »
Boeing Implements Furloughs Amid Machinist Strike
Boeing is taking significant steps to cut costs in response to a machinist strike that has affected its operations. CFO… Read More »
Azul Linhas Aéreas Considers Private Offering Amid Restructuring
Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras (AD) is considering a private offering in the first or second quarter of 2025, according to… Read More »
SpiceJet Secures Approval for INR30 Billion Fundraising
SpiceJet has successfully gained shareholder approval for a substantial capital raise, aiming to secure up to INR30 billion (approximately USD357.7… Read More »
AirAsia X Approves $1.58 Billion Capital A Acquisition
AirAsia X (D7) has received approval from Bursa Malaysia, the Malaysian Stock Exchange, for the listing and quotation of shares… Read More »
Delta Partners with Birmingham City FC
Delta Air Lines has forged a groundbreaking partnership with Birmingham City Football Club, becoming the club’s official airline partner for… Read More »
American and Southwest Airlines Revise Strategies at Texas Airports
American Airlines and Southwest Airlines, two major carriers based in Texas, are re-evaluating their operational strategies at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport… Read More »
Marc Benioff: AI and Humans Now Indistinguishable in Customer Service
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff believes artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced to the point where AI-powered customer service agents are indistinguishable… Read More »