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Southwest Cuts Atlanta Flights: ‘We Simply Cannot Afford Continued Losses’

Just one day before its investor day, Southwest announced it would cut some of its Atlanta service, impacting around 300 pilot and flight attendant positions.

Southwest Cuts Atlanta Flights: ‘We Simply Cannot Afford Continued Losses’

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Elliott to Call for Special Meeting at Southwest as It Continues Activist Campaign

In a letter to shareholders, Elliott said it still doesn’t support Southwest’s current course and would continue to push for new leadership.

Elliott to Call for Special Meeting at Southwest as It Continues Activist Campaign
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Three Days, Two Nights, One Flight: Cathay Pacific’s New Time-Bending Route

Double-check your diary if you’re flying on Cathay Pacific’s new route from Dallas Fort Worth to Hong Kong. A time-bending schedule sees the 16-hour flight span three days.

Three Days, Two Nights, One Flight: Cathay Pacific’s New Time-Bending Route

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Etihad to Announce ‘Around 10’ New Routes in November: Exclusive

If you thought Etihad’s recent growth was running out of steam, think again. Speaking exclusively to Skift, the airline’s CCO revealed that further big changes are coming in 2025.

Etihad to Announce ‘Around 10’ New Routes in November: Exclusive

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FAA Exceeds Air-Traffic Control Hiring Goals But Shortage Persists

Despite exceeding its hiring goals for the 2024 fiscal year, the Federal Aviation Administration is still dealing with an air-traffic controller shortage that airline executives are expecting will last for years.

FAA Exceeds Air-Traffic Control Hiring Goals But Shortage Persists

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The Q2 2024 Airline Earnings Scoreboard

Cost pressures. Cooling demand. Geopolitical turbulence. Despite all of this, the second quarter of 2024 was a good one for the global passenger airline industry.

The Q2 2024 Airline Earnings Scoreboard

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Skift Global Forum: The Airline Storylines

In this special episode, Gordon Smith and Jay Shabat are in New York City for the Skift Global Forum. Recorded just minutes after stepping off stage, the pair debrief following a wide-ranging discussion with United Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella. From Boeing strikes to over-tourism, we explore the big takeaways.

Skift Global Forum: The Airline Storylines

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JetBlue’s CEO on Mergers, Lounges and Getting Past Engine Issues

JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty said at the Skift Global Forum that JetBlue is focused on its “core strategy” as it seeks to become consistently profitable.

JetBlue’s CEO on Mergers, Lounges and Getting Past Engine Issues

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JetBlue to Open Airport Lounges in Major Premium Push

Speaking to Skift, JetBlue president Marty St. George said it’s possible to balance a low-cost airline with high-end lounges. If realized as planned, these could be some of the most exclusive spaces of any U.S. carrier. 

JetBlue to Open Airport Lounges in Major Premium Push

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Why United Charges for Carry-Ons and the Impact of Boeing’s Strike

United hasn't been affected by the Boeing strikes so far, but it and other airlines will eventually need their planes.

Why United Charges for Carry-Ons and the Impact of Boeing’s Strike