5G agreements prevent catastrophic NAS disruption
As a result of the White House’s agreement with AT&T and Verizon, widespread disruption of air service was averted. In… Read More »
American CEO seeing “huge pent-up demand” for travel
American Airlines CEO Doug Parker appeared on CNBC to address the carrier’s outlook as they continue facing “the most challenging… Read More »
Airbus plans to hire 6K employees
Airbus SE plans to hire 6,000 employees in coming months, reflecting the aircraft manufacturer’s optimism about aviation. The new hires… Read More »
Delta Air Lines unveils aircraft honoring Olympic team
Delta Air Lines unveiled an aircraft decorated in honor of Team USA to celebrate its partnership with the United States… Read More »
United Airlines reaps benefits of high cargo demand
United Airlines enjoyed $2.4 billion in cargo revenue in 2021, twice as much as in 2019 as shipping demand continues… Read More »
Incoming Southwest CEO: Reliability is top priority
Incoming Southwest Airlines CEO Robert Jordan ruled out adding checked baggage fees or a first class cabin but said the… Read More »
United CEO discusses improving travel trends
United CEO Scott Kirby, appearing on CNBC, heralded strong demand heading into the spring and summer travel season despite setbacks… Read More »
Airlines ramp up pilot recruitment
Airlines are ramping up hiring and creating new career pathways to build pilot talent pools. “We hired more pilots last… Read More »
American Airlines extends lease on Okla. maintenance base
American Airlines has extended the lease on its aircraft maintenance base in Tulsa, Okla., through 2048. “This amended lease further… Read More »
Delta employees mark MLK holiday by volunteering
Delta Air Lines employees marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day by volunteering for a day of service. In Delta’s Atlanta… Read More »
Alaska Airlines CEO “cautiously optimistic” about 5G
Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said he is “cautiously optimistic” about the latest developments around 5G deployment following Tuesday’s announcement… Read More »
A4A CEO: Still “work to be done” to safely deploy 5G around airports
Airlines for America President and CEO Nicholas Calio acknowledged the Biden administration’s actions to avoid “catastrophic disruption to the traveling… Read More »
Delta, American report on diversity initiatives
Delta Air Lines and American Airlines have reported on the progress of their diversity initiatives. The airlines highlighted recruitment efforts,… Read More »
Southwest’s route expansion attracts business travelers
Southwest Airlines’ decision to add 18 new routes during the pandemic, mostly to small cities that are tourist destinations, is… Read More »
Airlines honor Martin Luther King Jr.
As airlines marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Alaska Airlines highlighted Chicago-based Ade, who designed an aircraft honoring King and… Read More »
AT&T, Verizon plan to adjust 5G service near airports
Ahead of the planned January 19 launch of new 5G service, AT&T and Verizon have agreed to temporarily delay the… Read More »
FAA sees decline in unruly behavior
Reports of bad behavior by air passengers decreased significantly after the Federal Aviation Administration adopted a “zero tolerance” policy in… Read More »
Airlines ask Canadian government to drop testing mandate
Air Canada joined with aviation stakeholders in urging the Canadian government to lift COVID-19 testing requirements for arriving international air… Read More »
Airlines offer rebooking amid winter storms
Airlines offered complimentary rebooking to affected passengers as winter storms hit the eastern US over the weekend.
Delta Air Lines to give workers profit-sharing bonus
Delta Air Lines will give employees a profit-sharing bonus on Employee Appreciation Day, Feb. 14. Delta CEO Ed Bastian applauded… Read More »
American extends expiration date of upgrades
American Airlines is extending the expiration date on upgrade certificates earned in 2019 and 2020 to July 31. The carrier… Read More »
Alaska Airlines changes elite upgrade process
Alaska Airlines is making changes to its upgrade process. The new policy emphasizes fare class in determining priority and changes… Read More »