Airline News

American Airlines President Robert Isom said customer satisfaction may be declining because the airline has not been as reliable as it should be. Is that the entire problem?

American Airlines wasn't first to the party when it launched award seat availability for its international premium economy product. But it was the most transparent.

Is this the end of the story? We're willing to bet that this one still has more twists and turns to come.

The details included in these reports are chilling, with many corporations citing severe weather events as certain to occur.

We know first class is on the way out on routes between the biggest business cities. But do travelers want a better-than-business option at a reasonable price?

Skift Research's proprietary U.S. airline estimates provide market shares for all major carriers as well as industry overviews by product line and key operating statistics.

Asian airlines still cling to first class, but is the product necessary anymore? Some carriers are rethinking their strategies.

When it comes to their debt, easyJet has a much more liquid position than Ryanair, while United and Delta have a lighter debt burden relatively speaking than American Airlines. In the event of a recession, debt loads would be one critical factor among many in hamstringing or contributing to a company's ability to maneuver.

Twitter users are saying the airline just trolled Americans — and the outcome is pretty funny.

By adding a new premium-heavy configuration, United Airlines will be increasing operational complexity. It is hoping it can offset that with increased revenue. Will the plan work?