Boeing Delays 777X Rollout, Lays Off 10% of Staff as Carriers Wait for Planes
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg told employees that the company has to make “tough decisions” during the machinist strike.
Meghna Maharishi is Skift’s Airline Reporter, where she covers everything from loyalty programs to policy-making in Washington, D.C. She previously covered the airline industry at The Points Guy, worked on the investigative desk at CNBC, and did data visualization at CNN Politics. Send tips to Meghna on Signal at mmaharishi.61.
United Airlines Bets on Offbeat Destinations, Adds Mongolia and Greenland for 2025
In what is probably one of its most unique route announcements, United is adding eight new destinations for next summer, ranging from the capitals of Sicily and Greenland.
Delta Sees Minimal CrowdStrike Impact, Expects Lower Demand Around the Election
Delta has been riding high despite a major summer meltdown. While third-quarter earnings fell slightly below Wall Street expectations, it’s expecting more growth in the fourth quarter. Election Day may cause a brief dip in travel demand.
Airlines Say They Capped Fares During Hurricane Milton as Price Gouging Claims Go Viral
Nearly all flights out of Orlando, Tampa and Sarasota were canceled as airports in the area closed due to Hurricane Milton.
Airlines Add Last-Minute Flights as Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida
As Florida officials urge residents to evacuate, airlines added several last-minute flights out of Tampa, Sarasota, and Orlando.
Uber to Offer $18 Rides to LaGuardia — For You and 13 Others
Uber is offering a shuttle service with significantly cheaper fares to LaGuardia, but these rides will take place in 14-passenger vans and are only available from three locations in midtown Manhattan.
Airports and Airlines Brace for Hurricane Milton
Major Florida airports are planning to suspend operations due to Hurricane Milton as the region continues to recover from Hurricane Helene.
Spirit Airlines in Talks With Bondholders Over Potential Bankruptcy Filing: WSJ
Just months ago, Spirit CEO Ted Christie said the budget carrier was not considering a chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Delta Inks Codeshare With Saudia, Expanding Partnerships in Saudi Arabia
Through the codeshare, Delta has decided to closely align itself with Saudi Arabia. Its competitors — American and United — already have agreements with Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.
Qatar Airways Seeks to Take 25% Stake in Virgin Australia
Qatar’s stake in Virgin Australia could revive international flying for the carrier and increase competition in the Australian market.