Gordon Smith

Not every Gulf airline wants to be Emirates. Oman Air just joined the powerful oneworld alliance, and with a new leadership team, it’s betting on strategy over swagger.

Qantas is turning an aircraft delivery into a marketing moment for the Airbus A321XLR. While the record-setting flight grabs headlines, the bigger story is how single-aisle jets are reshaping long-haul route planning.

We’re just about to start the second half of 2025, which means Q2 earnings season begins next week. As usual, Delta will get the party started, with an earnings call scheduled for July 10. Make no mistake: The first half of the year provided uncomfortable levels of uncertainty for many airlines. But amid the adversity, there are plenty of plucky carriers who aren't letting global headwinds hold them back. Among these is Saudi LCC Flynas, as we discuss in this week's feature story.

Turkish Airlines isn’t just building an airline – it’s building influence. Ahead of the company's centenary in 2033, the carrier is refining its soft power playbook.

Airlines and airports are working hard to stabilize operations after a dramatic 24 hours. Monday’s operational fallout was not universal, but ongoing airspace restrictions will continue to have a broad impact.

Disruptions introduce unpredictability into a system where buffer times are minimal by design.

In this Australian version of David versus Goliath, Goliath always wins — at least until now. After years in the long shadow of Qantas, Virgin Australia appears to be closing the profitability gap. 

Following a rare public update after last week’s crash, we now have a clearer view of how Boeing plans to manage consumer, customer, and regulatory relationships.

With Boeing on the sidelines, Airbus had a clear runway on day one at Le Bourget. The industry's cautious footing speaks volumes.

Just two weeks ago at the IATA AGM in Delhi, the aviation world was celebrating a new golden age for Indian aviation. Last week, the mood abruptly shifted as the industry confronted its worst nightmare. For all the marvels of air travel – its economic influence, its cultural influence, all the jobs it provides, all the joy it provides – there’s nothing more distressing than a fatal accident. Our sympathies go to all affected by the Air India tragedy. In this week's issue, we explore Air India's turnaround plan as it grapples with last week's crash.