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Airline News

Bringing you the latest airline news and airline industry insights. Get the need-to-know developments in passenger experience, ancillary services, revenue management, and loyalty and technology.

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United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding

United is making some adjustments to its long-term fleet plans after the FAA placed production constraints on Boeing.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding

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DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the partnership would fast-track the process for resolving passenger complaints.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations

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Tokyo Soars Back Into Busiest Airport Ranking Amid Japanese Travel Boom

In 2023, air travel got pretty close to pre-pandemic levels. This thrust Tokyo Haneda and Seoul’s Incheon Airport back into the spotlight.

Elizabeth Casolo | 2 weeks ago

Tokyo Soars Back Into Busiest Airport Ranking Amid Japanese Travel Boom

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British Airways Expands ‘£1 Fare’ Option to All Flights

Loyalty programs are huge business for many airlines, with fierce competition for well-heeled frequent fliers. BA will be hoping these changes make its Avios scheme more attractive to existing and future customers.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

British Airways Expands ‘£1 Fare’ Option to All Flights

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India’s 2023-24 Domestic Air Passenger Traffic Surpassed Pre-Covid Levels – India Report

The aviation industry in India is undergoing changes as the market is underserved. ICRA has, therefore, maintained a stable outlook on the sector.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 weeks ago

India’s 2023-24 Domestic Air Passenger Traffic Surpassed Pre-Covid Levels – India Report

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American Airlines Pilots’ Union Raises Concerns Over ‘Spike’ in Safety Incidents

The pilots’ union is alleging that American is compromising on safety protocols. The union said it has raised these concerns and the response from management has been “encouraging.”

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

American Airlines Pilots’ Union Raises Concerns Over ‘Spike’ in Safety Incidents

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Airlines Extend Middle East Route Diversions and Cancellations

The new week brings a relative stabilization after a tense weekend, however many airlines are still avoiding parts of the region.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

Airlines Extend Middle East Route Diversions and Cancellations

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Lufthansa Takes €350 Million Hit From Strike, Slashes Yearly Forecast

The German airline group has warned that increasing tension in the Middle East could also affect its bottom line.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Lufthansa Takes €350 Million Hit From Strike, Slashes Yearly Forecast

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The Opportunity for Long-Haul, Low-Cost Airlines

With the availability of better aircraft, a growing middle class and the evolving travel preferences of young travelers, there could be a billion-dollar opportunity waiting for low-cost, long haul air travel.

Ashab Rizvi and Aaditya Ugale, Skift Research | 2 weeks ago

The Opportunity for Long-Haul, Low-Cost Airlines

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Vistara CEO’s Message To Worried Staff: You’ll Have Clarity By June

Vistara employees are seeking greater clarity about how their roles might look within the soon-to-be merged airline.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

Vistara CEO’s Message To Worried Staff: You’ll Have Clarity By June