Articles tagged “jet stream”

Airlines that treat punctuality as an operating identity rather than a one-year PR win are turning on-time performance into a durable marketing advantage.

Delta CEO Ed Bastian was highly skeptical of Trump’s proposal to implement a 10% cap on credit card interest rates. The proposal was also met with criticism from banks and Republican leadership.

Delta executives expect a lift to their main cabin revenues as low-cost carriers continue to struggle.

Delta is reporting a strong start to the year, despite a rocky 2025 that saw airlines pull guidance and cancel flights due to the government shutdown.

Wizz Air is testing how far it can push “premium” without touching the cost or complexity of business class. If blocked seats and basic perks lift yields with little operational pain, this won’t stay a niche product for long.

Delta’s latest order is an unusual one for the carrier — the only Boeing widebody in its fleet is the 767, a much older aircraft. After experiencing a slew of safety and quality issues over the past few years, the order also signals renewed confidence in Boeing’s turnaround efforts.

We've written a lot about the problems facing low-cost carriers. But both Allegiant and Sun Country stand out for finding a way to stay profitable.

Big news for a sleepy Sunday afternoon: Airline consolidation has been looming over 2026, but a merger between Allegiant and Sun Country underscores just how quickly that pressure is translating into action.

From 'boarding-not-boarding' to patchy priority rules, Europe’s premium airline experience is increasingly controlled by third parties – and it shows.

Europe’s low-cost airline rivalries can resemble a soap opera, with familiar characters and recurring insults. But beneath the theatrics lies a very real battle for market dominance and relevance.