Southwest Airlines Plans Major Transformation Initiatives in 2026
Southwest Airlines is preparing to roll out larger-scale transformation initiatives in 2026 as it continues to reshape its business model… Read More »
Widebody Aircraft Utilization Shifts as New Jets Enter Service
Widebody aircraft utilization is undergoing a notable transition as airlines bring newer-generation models into service and retire older jets, reshaping… Read More »
Alaska Airlines Launches AI Trip Planner With Loyalty Integration
Alaska Airlines has introduced a new artificial intelligence–powered trip planning tool designed to simplify and personalize the travel booking experience…. Read More »
Mumbai Airport Earns Highest Level 5 Carbon Accreditation
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai has achieved a major sustainability milestone, becoming the first airport in India… Read More »
US Border Protection Proposes SM Checks for Visitors
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has proposed expanding the information it collects from foreign travelers by requiring visitors from… Read More »
DOT Says Airlines Not Required to Cover Costs After Recalls
The U.S. Department of Transportation has clarified that airlines are not required to cover passenger expenses such as meals or… Read More »
Alaska Air CEO Ben Minicucci Targets Global Expansion
Alaska Air Group chief executive officer Ben Minicucci has emerged as one of the most influential leaders in the U.S…. Read More »
US Grants Permits to Three European Business Jet Operators
The US Department of Transportation has issued tentative foreign air carrier permits and related exemptions to three European business aviation… Read More »
US Fractional Jet Startup BOND Raises Additional $44M
United States-based fractional aircraft ownership start-up BOND has secured an additional USD44 million in funding from a group of ultra-high-net-worth… Read More »
South Korea Boosts Aviation Safety With AI Accident Prevention Plan
South Korea is elevating aviation safety as its top national priority, unveiling a comprehensive five-year roadmap that includes AI-powered accident… Read More »
New All-Business-Class Airline Plans U.S. Launch in 2026
A rare bit of good airline news is on the horizon: a new all-business-class carrier is aiming to launch in… Read More »
Kingswood Capital to Acquire Safran Passenger Innovations
Safran Passenger Innovations (SPI), a leading provider of inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for airlines and aircraft manufacturers, is… Read More »
Outside Experts to Probe IndiGo Disruptions
IndiGo is bringing in independent external experts to investigate the root cause of last week’s nationwide flight disruptions, as India’s… Read More »
SAF Supply Falls Short of Airline 2030 Goals
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is falling well short of what airlines need to meet their 2030 climate targets, raising… Read More »
United Tests New Data System for Safety and Efficiency
United Airlines and Boeing have successfully tested an internet-based data communication system designed to improve the flow of information between… Read More »
Dreamliner Demand Lifts Boeing Ahead of Airbus in Order Race
Strong airline demand for Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner is pushing the U.S. manufacturer ahead of Airbus in the annual aircraft order… Read More »
Alaska Air Weighs 737s to Replace Hawaiian 717s
Alaska Air Group is evaluating options to replace Hawaiian Airlines’ aging fleet of Boeing 717 aircraft, signaling an important next… Read More »
Delta’s Busiest Routes Led by Atlanta–Orlando
Delta Air Lines carried approximately 202 million passengers between September 2024 and August 2025, underscoring the airline’s continued dominance in… Read More »
JetBlue Opens First Airport Lounge at JFK With NYC-Inspired Design
JetBlue Airways has officially entered the airport lounge space with the opening of its first-ever lounge, BlueHouse, at John F…. Read More »
Sandals Launches “Hint the Caribbean” Holiday Toolkit
Sandals Resorts has introduced a playful, low-pressure way for couples to hint at their dream vacation with the launch of… Read More »
Hyatt Adds Asilia Africa Luxury Safaris to World of Hyatt
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that World of Hyatt members can now book 15 luxury safari experiences across East Africa through… Read More »
Southwest Considers Airport Lounges for Premium Travelers
Southwest Airlines is exploring the idea of launching an airport lounge network as part of a broader effort to attract… Read More »
American Airlines Expands Long-Haul Fleet for Global Growth
American Airlines is preparing to significantly expand its international footprint as it pivots toward long-haul markets that deliver stronger margins… Read More »
Atlantis Paradise Island Adds Dining, Shops, and Events
Atlantis Paradise Island is rolling out a slate of new dining experiences, retail boutiques, and seasonal events this winter, further… Read More »
Marriott Survey Reveals Americans Plan More Travel in 2026
A new survey reveals that traveling more is a top New Year’s resolution for Americans in 2026, prompting Marriott Bonvoy… Read More »
US DOT Waives $11M Fine Balance for Southwest Airlines
The US Department of Transportation has waived the remaining USD11 million balance of a USD35 million civil penalty imposed on… Read More »