Southwest to resume operating 737 Max flights
Southwest Airlines becomes the latest airline to put the 737 Max back in its active fleet. Airlines have operated some… Read More »
Alaska Airlines to restart service to Hawaii’s Kauai
Alaska Airlines will resume service to Kauai April 5 as the island prepares to join Hawaii’s program allowing visitors presenting… Read More »
Hawaiian Airlines CEO “cautiously optimistic”
Hawaiian Airlines President and CEO Peter Ingram said he is “cautiously optimistic” as the airline has reopened all its mainland… Read More »
Delta CEO: Vaccinations key to open international travel
“Tests and vaccinations are the answer, not quarantine,” Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said in an interview, adding: “Vaccination… Read More »
A4A urges standards for digital health certificates
Airlines for America continues to advocate for federal guidance around a standardized digital health pass that would track proof of… Read More »
US air travel to Pacific Mexico is booming
Air traffic from the US to the airport serving Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding area on Mexico’s Pacific coast is… Read More »
FAA paints optimistic outlook for airport construction
Airport construction plans have scarcely been affected by the pandemic, with an estimated $43.6 billion in projects during the next… Read More »
Recaro will provide seats for Alaska’s new 737 Max fleet
Alaska Airlines is extending its partnership with seating supplier Recaro, which will outfit its new 737 Max fleet. “Guests love… Read More »
CEO Carol Tome explains her “calling” to UPS
Carol Tome was prepared for retirement when she was invited to interview for the CEO position at UPS, but she… Read More »
Air Canada expands cargo fleet
As Air Canada prepares to jump into the e-commerce market, the airline is also increasing its cargo capacity by reactivating… Read More »
Airlines celebrate employees on International Women’s Day
US Airlines marked International Women’s Day by highlighting their female crew members. American Airlines assembled an all-female flight crew, mirroring… Read More »
Airlines urge standards for health credentials
Airlines for America joined labor and travel industry groups in urging the federal government to adopt standards for temporary COVID-19… Read More »
Southwest donation in action at the local level
100 Black Men of America shared how Southwest Airlines’ investment in its community is making a difference, including providing internet… Read More »
American Airlines pilot publishes poetry book
American Airlines pilot, Linda Pauwels, is the force behind “Beyond Haiku: Pilots Write Poetry,” an anthology that includes the contributions… Read More »
Southwest plans service to 3 new cities
Southwest Airlines is launching three more cities to its route map: Bellingham, Wash.; Eugene, Ore.; and Myrtle Beach, S.C. The… Read More »
Air Canada recognized for workplace diversity efforts
Air Canada has been included on the list of Canada’s “best diversity employers” for the sixth straight year by Mediacorp… Read More »
US airlines prepared to facilitate employee vaccinations
American and United Airlines are set to start vaccinating their workforce at O’Hare International Airport this week. Meanwhile, Delta Air… Read More »
Leisure travel expected to lead rebound through 2021
As search data indicate consumers are increasingly ready to fly, observers expect airlines’ focus on leisure destinations to continue through… Read More »
FAA testing anti-drone tech at 5 US airports
Airports in Washington, Alabama, New Jersey, New York and Ohio have been selected by the Federal Aviation Administration to test… Read More »
Terminal upgrade planned for Dallas-Fort Worth airport
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport now plans to renovate the existing Terminal C while plans for the future Terminal F project… Read More »
Southwest extends Colo. service past the ski season
Southwest Airlines has extended through June 5 service from Denver to Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden, Colo., and Montrose… Read More »
Alaska adds new routes between Calif. and Mont.
Alaska Airlines is adding new seasonal routes between California and two Montana destinations. The airline will fly to Kalispell from… Read More »