Articles tagged “delta air lines”

Rumors of a downturn in corporate travel have been greatly exaggerated according to Delta Air Lines. Delta executives, however, do admit that corporate yields have decreased.

If you take Delta at its word, then fears that the introduction of Basic Economy fares to compete with the ultra-low-cost carriers on price would dilute the spend of usually higher-paying passengers haven't been borne out. Still, the situation is fluid as other legacy carriers are set to introduce these discounted fares, as well.

First let's get the record straight, we were totally wrong about Delta wanting to add Virgin America as a boutique property to its collection. In the end, Alaska Airlines got it and we’re just not sure what Alaska will do with it; it would seem Alaska isn’t sure either.

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines continue to lead the pack when it comes to on-time arrivals. But Virgin America, which will likely be acquired by Alaska Airlines, stood above its competitors overall.

If airlines can widen redemption options while making their customers happy and boosting revenue in the same move, then all parties can walk away happy.

Consumers would love to see a Virgin-JetBlue merger, but that's just not going to happen.

We love the idea of a JetBlue and Virgin America merger, but loving the notion does not make it any more likely. Assuming that anyone will one day buy Virgin America, we believe it will be Delta. Go on, though, JetBlue. We would be delighted to be wrong.

New fares in the pipeline only spell difficulty for tomorrow's consumers.

The other shoe has finally dropped and American and United will soon deprive the most-budget-conscious travelers of upgrades and other perks.

American Airlines Group CEO sounds as though he has turned into a labor activist. OK, not really, but he knows you can't have a successful company unless its corporate culture is healthy and its employees have a real stake in its well-being.