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Why Airlines That Focus On Disruption Management Are Already Behind
Abha Dogra is the chief product officer at IBS Software. When a thunderstorm happens over a major hub airport, the impact cascades. Flights are delayed, resulting in crew rest violations, maintenance schedule conflicts, cargo rerouting…
American Airlines will now move middle seat passengers to better positions
American Airlines passengers who dread languishing in a middle seat could now be moved to their preferred spots automatically before flights. A new feature on the American app lets eligible AAdvantage members select the seat characteristics they…
I'm the CEO of United Airlines and the least stressed person you've ever met. Here's my daily routine.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Scott Kirby, the 59-year-old CEO of United Airlines, who is based in Dallas. The following has been edited for length and clarity. I went to the Air Force Academy, but I realized I couldn't be a…
American, Alaska Airlines Move to Enter Revenue-Sharing Pact
Alaska Air Group Inc. plans to join American Airlines Group Inc. 's joint business arrangements, in a push for scale as the US carriers face higher costs and fierce competition. Alaska Air said in a Tuesday statement that it intends to join…
What it's like on flying Iraqi Airways, an airline few Americans have experienced and is banned in the EU
I'm an American college student with a passion for flying airlines that most people have never heard of. When I found a $123 economy ticket on Iraqi Airways, I booked it without a second thought. When I started telling people, the reaction was…
Alaska Airlines Unveils Plush Seats, Lounges in Premium Push
Alaska Air Group Inc. will likely report earnings that fall at the low end of its guidance, the airline's chief executive officer said, as the US-Iran war continues to drive up fuel prices. “We're going to be below the midpoint of the guide…
Alaska Airlines is doubling down on long-haul luxury. Take a look at its newest premium cabins.
Alaska Air Group is the latest US air carrier to shore up its premium seating offerings — part of an industry-wide boom to cater to passengers who will pay more for premium perks. On Tuesday, Alaska Air Group, which operates Alaska Airlines…
Alaska Airlines CEO 'not overly concerned' about new Boeing Max 10 delay
Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said he wasn't 'overly concerned' about the latest delay to Boeing Max 10 certification, which the manufacturer had expected in the coming weeks. The problem stems from a glitch following a software update in which…
Alaska Airlines unveils massive premium cabin overhaul in high-end travel race
Alaska Airlines is overhauling its Alaska and Hawaiian cabins to include brand-new top-tier suites, a premium-economy class and other features. The overhaul comes amid an industrywide investment to add more higher-priced seats. Hawaiian and Alaska…
Breaking News: 6 Airlines Ban External Batteries Effective Immediately!
If you're planning to fly on vacation, take note of a new policy that has been implemented. Starting January 15, 2026, passengers aboard any flight operated by airlines within the Lufthansa Group are prohibited from using external batteries. This…
Routes Asia 2027: Delhi To Host Mega Aviation Summit With 115 Airlines From Around The World | Dynamite News
Post Published By: Rishira Jain Updated: 29 September 2026, 7:21 PM IST New Delhi: More than 115 airlines from 55 countries are set to participate in Routes Asia 2027 in New Delhi, bringing global aviation leaders, airport operators and industry…
Starlink Wi-Fi raises cost dilemma for LCCs
Korea's low-cost carriers (LCCs) are caught in a dilemma over rising demand for Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi, as the service carries hefty installation and operating costs for most budget airlines. Korean Air started introducing the service for the…
Alaska Airlines Adds Premium Economy and More Business Class - Can It Catch Up to the Big 3?
Despite grappling with a surge in high fuel costs, Alaska Airlines is doubling down on premium travel with more business class seats across its fleet and the introduction of premium economy. Alaska Airlines is adding more premium seating to its…
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (NYSE:LTM) Short Interest Update
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (NYSE:LTM - Get Free Report) was the target of a significant increase in short interest during the month of September. As of September 15th, there was short interest totaling 3,204,337 shares, an increase of 73.2% from the…
United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL Shares Sold by Envestnet Asset Management Inc.
Envestnet Asset Management Inc. reduced its holdings in United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL - Free Report) by 44.0% during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned…
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