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8 Airline Mergers That Shaped Today’s U.S. Industry

Eight mergers have really shaped the U.S. airline industry we have today.

Edward Russell | 6 hours ago

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Air Traffic Controller Shortage Could Last Into the 2030s

The U.S. government needs to step up if it wants to ease the air traffic controller shortage that is snarling flights and slowing growth.

Edward Russell | 3 weeks ago

Airline Weekly

The Latest on U.S. Airlines

At the Skift Aviation Forum on November 1, airline executives from the U.S. and beyond shared their latest thoughts on industry developments.

3 weeks ago

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This Thanksgiving Could Be the Busiest for U.S. Air Travel in 18 Years

Looks like it will be harder for Americans to escape Thanksgiving travel delays.

Dawit Habtemariam | 3 weeks ago

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American Airlines Looks at Small Cities, United Airlines Looks Abroad

Today's podcast discusses Airbnb's earnings, American Airlines' loyalty plans, and United's international optimism.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 month ago

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United Airlines Confident Strong International Travel Demand Will Stick Around

United is betting a lot of money that costly long-haul, international flying is the place to grow and turn profits this decade.

Edward Russell | 1 month ago

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U.S. Airlines Face Investor Nervousness as Demand Softens

The industry's struggle to control operating costs and falling ticket prices raise questions about how airlines will hedge against cost increases and maintain profitability.

Rajesh Kumar Singh, Reuters | 2 months ago

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United Faces Higher Costs – and What Else We Learned on the Earnings Call

United’s third-quarter results were strong, but higher-than-expected costs in several key areas will prove to be challenging in the months ahead.

Kristin Majcher, Skift | 2 months ago

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United Airlines: Domestic Demand ‘Strong,’ Reveals Risk of Continued War

Analysts are worried about a softening U.S. market but United isn't seeing it yet. Profits in the Atlantic and Pacific regions reached “record highs.”

Kristin Majcher, Skift | 2 months ago

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Delta, United, American – in 20 Charts: New Skift Research

When comparing Delta, United, and American Airlines, which operate in similar markets with comparable business models, we found key data points that show where they can find an edge.

Ashab Rizvi | 2 months ago