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scmp.com - Biman Mukherji - Duopoly of Air India, IndiGo to face challenge from 2 new airlines
Duopoly of Air India, IndiGo to face challenge from 2 new airlines
South China Morning Post

India 's aviation sector is poised to become more competitive after authorities granted initial approval to two new airlines to start operations in the country, in a move that will further challenge the duopoly of IndiGo and Air India. The…

seekingalpha.com - Kenio Fontes - LATAM Airlines: A Well-Run Airline Isn't Enough In Brazil (NYSE:LTM)
LATAM Airlines: A Well-Run Airline Isn't Enough In Brazil (NYSE:LTM)
Seeking Alpha

LATAM Airlines Group S.A. stands out among Brazilian carriers for efficiency, profitability, and strong financials, trading at a discount to peers. LTM boasts industry-leading growth, robust margins, and a sustainable business model, with positive…

timeout.com - Gerrish Lopez - These are the U.S. airlines with most delayed flights in 2025
These are the U.S. airlines with most delayed flights in 2025
Time Out Worldwide

News A new report shows that nearly one in four flights were delayed this past year, and these airlines top the list. Written by Gerrish Lopez Time Out Contributor, US According to Flighty, the flight-tracking app beloved by frequent flyers, delays…

ibtimes.co.uk - Catherine Armecin Martin - 2-Cat Karen' Accuses Alaska Airlines of Ruining Her Christmas
2-Cat Karen' Accuses Alaska Airlines of Ruining Her Christmas
International Business Times UK

A festive journey turned into a high-stakes airport confrontation on Christmas Eve when a passenger was barred from her flight. The dispute centred on a strict interpretation of pet safety protocols that left the woman stranded at the gate…

indianexpress.com - Sukalp Sharma - India may soon get 4 new regional airlines, but here's why their success isn't guaranteed
India may soon get 4 new regional airlines, but here's why their success isn't guaranteed
The Indian Express

The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) gave no objection certificates (NOCs) to two new airlines, Al Hind Air and FlyExpress, this week, taking the number of Indian regional airlines in the pipeline to four. Two more airlines, Air Kerala and Shankh…

dailydot.com - Lindsey Weedston - 'Race to the bottom': American Airlines cuts bonus miles for economy flyers
'Race to the bottom': American Airlines cuts bonus miles for economy flyers
The Daily Dot

American Airlines is facing renewed criticism after quietly changing its loyalty program to exclude basic economy passengers from earning bonus miles or loyalty points. The policy shift, which took effect this week, is the latest example of…

dnaindia.com - Prashant Tamta - Meet man who owns AlHind Air, India's new airline, he is from...
Meet man who owns AlHind Air, India's new airline, he is from...
DNA India

Two new airlines -- alHindAir and FlyExpress -- are set to take to the skies, having received their No Objection Certificates from the Civil Aviation Ministry. Al Hind Air is being promoted by Kerala-based alhind Group, which was established three…

republicworld.com - Asian News International - Govt Greenlights New Airlines: Shankh Air, Al Hind & FlyExpress Get NOCs Amid Aviation Duopoly
Govt Greenlights New Airlines: Shankh Air, Al Hind & FlyExpress Get NOCs Amid Aviation Duopoly
Republic World

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu clears NOCs for Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, FlyExpress after meetings. | Image: ANI Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Wednesday said the government has cleared the way for new airlines, a development…

nypost.com - Natalie O'Neill - Passenger explodes at Alaska Airlines staff for refusing to let her cram 2 cats under her seat: 'You're ruining Christmas!'
Passenger explodes at Alaska Airlines staff for refusing to let her cram 2 cats under her seat: 'You're ruining Christmas!'
New York Post

A holiday traveler dubbed “Two Cats Karen” was filmed blowing up at Alaska Airlines workers in Las Vegas who wouldn't let her cram a pair of felines under her seat — as she shouted, “Why are you ruining…

thehindubusinessline.com - Al Hind Air, FlyExpress get NOC to launch new airlines in India
Al Hind Air, FlyExpress get NOC to launch new airlines in India
BusinessLine

Two new airlines -- Al Hind Air and FlyExpress -- are set to take to the skies, with the carriers receiving their no objection certificates from the civil aviation ministry. In 2026, apart from these two carriers, Uttar Pradesh-based Shankh Air…

thehindu.com - Agencies - After IndiGo crisis, aviation ministry gives nod to two new Indian airlines
After IndiGo crisis, aviation ministry gives nod to two new Indian airlines
The Hindu

The civil aviation ministry has granted initial clearance to two airlines ‍to begin operations, weeks after mass cancellations ​by the country's largest airline ‌IndiGo brought into focus the lack ​of competition in the…

boardingarea.com - Kevincm - Philippine Airlines takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 - Economy Class & Beyond
Philippine Airlines takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 - Economy Class & Beyond
BoardingArea

The airlines using the Airbus A350-1000 continue to increase, with Philippine Airlines having taken delivery of its first A350-1000. With this delivery, Philippine Airlines has become the 10th operator to take delivery and operate the A350-1000…

travelandleisure.com - Amelia McBride - European Airlines May Start Charging Travelers a Fee for Carry-ons-Here's How to Work Around the New Rules
European Airlines May Start Charging Travelers a Fee for Carry-ons-Here's How to Work Around the New Rules
Travel + Leisure

Traveling carry-on-only is a feat in and of itself—but doing it in Europe is a totally different ball game. While most U.S. domestic flights won't check the weight of your carry-on, a too-heavy bag can result in unexpected fees across the…

marketbeat.com - Promising Airline Stocks Worth Watching - December 24th
Promising Airline Stocks Worth Watching - December 24th
MarketBeat

Why a 20-Second Flight Test Could Unlock Billions for Vertical American Airlines Group, United Airlines, Joby Aviation, Delta Air Lines, and JetBlue Airways are the five Airline stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool.

marketbeat.com - United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL Shares Purchased by Osaic Holdings Inc.
United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL Shares Purchased by Osaic Holdings Inc.
MarketBeat

Osaic Holdings Inc. boosted its position in United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL - Free Report) by 42.3% in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 57,212 shares of the transportation company's stock…

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