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Articles tagged “International Airlines Group”

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United and American Air CEOs Ask European Governments to Loosen Restrictions on Transatlantic Travel

This reeks of desperation. What the CEOs are suggesting likely would be a logistical nightmare. How about the United States gets Covid-19 under control, and then the governments can figure out a solution?

Brian Sumers, Skift | 4 years ago

Airlines

Virgin Atlantic Unveils Massive Growth Plans With a (Major) Catch

On a branding and product level, Virgin Atlantic has long punched above its weight. But overall, Virgin Atlantic is just another undersize airline trying to squeeze out a profit amid intense competition. Perhaps Heathrow's expansion will change that. But don't bet on it.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 5 years ago

Airlines

Boeing 737 Max Gets a Lift With 200-Jet Order From British Airways Parent IAG

International Airlines CEO Willie Walsh likes a good deal. We're guessing he found one here. Clearly he's betting travelers have short memories.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 5 years ago

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Air France-KLM CEO Says Company Would Consider Buying a Competitor

The Air France-KLM merger has been a textbook example of how hard it is to meld corporate cultures. But CEO Ben Smith isn't letting that deter him from taking a look at new acquisitions. Too soon?

Brian Sumers, Skift | 5 years ago

Air France-KLM CEO Says Company Would Consider Buying a Competitor

Airlines

European Governments See Renewed Importance of National Airlines

European governments once believed they could rely on the market to ensure their links to the outside world. But many are starting to become more protective of their national airlines. In many ways, it is a return to the past.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 5 years ago

Airlines

Can Norwegian Air Survive?

We suspect Norwegian Air, which is in weaker financial shape than most passengers might expect, will survive 2019. But the first quarter will be an important harbinger of things to come. It's always a rough period for European airlines because leisure demand is slow.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 5 years ago

Can Norwegian Air Survive?

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Investors Are Giving Up on Gogo Even as Airlines Add Wi-Fi

Poor Gogo. Its stock is getting pummeled in public markets, and there doesn't seem to be a lot of hope among investors. How will the company respond?

Brian Sumers, Skift | 6 years ago

Investors Are Giving Up on Gogo Even as Airlines Add Wi-Fi

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Air France Unveils Its New Millennial-Focused Airline Joon

Air France might need a low-cost airline. That part makes sense. But why is it trying so hard to attract millennials? Just offer cheap fares and reasonable service, and young people will fly your airline.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

Air France Unveils Its New Millennial-Focused Airline Joon

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Interview: Virgin Atlantic CEO on Loyalty and Low-Cost Competition

Virgin Atlantic has a strong brand, but for years it has lagged far behind British Airways in most categories. The upstart has just been too small to be a bona fide competitor. But Virgin Atlantic is finally taking action to ensure it will be more nimble going forward.

Brian Sumers | 7 years ago

Interview: Virgin Atlantic CEO on Loyalty and Low-Cost Competition

Airlines

Human Error Caused British Airways Computer System Failure

We wish British Airways had explained what happened right away. But now that we know the situation, we understand why the airline gave little information after its late-May computer failure.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago