Scandinavian airline SAS has recently made headlines by successfully exiting U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. This significant move has been described as the beginning of a “new era” for SAS, marking a pivotal moment for the airline. The European Commission’s approval of SAS’s restructuring plan was a crucial step towards the airline’s recovery. This plan
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Turkish Airlines recently announced that their fares will no longer be available for booking on the Sabre GDS platform starting from September 1st. The decision came after the airline and Sabre failed to reach a content agreement. Each party has pointed fingers at the other, with Turkish Airlines claiming that despite their efforts to continue
Southwest Airlines and Elliott Investment Management are gearing up for a showdown on September 9th as they prepare to discuss the future of the airline’s leadership. While Southwest is eager to engage in a conversation about necessary changes within the company, Elliott is pushing for a proxy vote to replace 10 board members, including chairman
As the potential pilots’ strike from Air Canada looms closer, the airline has taken steps to mitigate the impact on passengers. With the cooling off period between the Air Line Pilots Association and Air Canada coming to an end on September 17, the situation remains tense. The union’s strike-authorizing vote passed with a staggering 98%
Lost or delayed bags can be a nightmare for travelers, affecting both personal holidays and business trips. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has recognized this issue and is working on a new initiative to enhance communication between airlines and airports to improve interline baggage transfer. IATA plans to launch a pilot project later this
JetBlue recently announced a significant change to its operations to London Gatwick Airport. The airline will no longer offer year-round service to Gatwick but will instead transition to a summer seasonal schedule for flights originating from Boston and New York. This decision will see service between Boston and Gatwick paused on October 1, with New
Southwest Airlines, known for its policy of not charging fees for checked bags, is now considering a change in this practice. In a recent survey conducted by the airline, customers were asked their opinions on potentially implementing fees for checked bags. The survey included scenarios in which different fare classes would include varying baggage allowances.
Alaska Airlines achieved a significant milestone in its pursuit of acquiring Hawaiian Airlines when antitrust regulators agreed that the merger was not anticompetitive. The Department of Justice made the decision not to challenge the merger, and did not require any specific conditions, such as divesting gates or ensuring certain levels of interisland service in Hawaii.
Delta’s recent distribution agreements with the three major Global Distribution Systems (GDSs) are set to revolutionize the way travel advisors access full content without incurring any additional charges on legacy systems. Senior Vice President of Global Sales, Bob Somers, announced the completion of multi-year agreements with two of the three GDSs, with the third agreement
Recently, Federal safety officials have mandated inspections of cockpit seats on Boeing 787 Dreamliners following a concerning incident where the captain’s seat unexpectedly lurched forward during a flight, causing the autopilot system to disconnect. This issue posed a significant safety risk, as the plane went into a sudden dive, putting passengers and crew in danger.
Antitrust regulators at the Department of Justice have given their approval for Alaska Airlines’ acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, deeming it not anticompetitive. This decision comes after the merger review period ended without any action taken, allowing the $1.9 billion deal to move forward. Alaska Airlines expressed its satisfaction with the DOJ’s decision, stating that it
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has taken a significant step towards promoting sustainability in the aviation industry by awarding $291 million in grants for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and technologies. These funds, authorized under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, aim to support the Biden administration’s goal of achieving 3 billion gallons of domestic SAF production
When a software update by cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike caused widespread crashes of Microsoft Windows operating systems globally on July 19, the major U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, were all affected. However, the response and recovery efforts by each airline were notably different. American quickly restored its operations, with only 51 mainline flight cancellations
Portland International Airport has recently unveiled the first phase of its new main terminal, with a total cost of $2.15 billion. This modern terminal boasts upgraded check-in areas, wider TSA security screening spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and expanded public areas. Notably, the pre-security section now features stadium seating, providing travelers with a comfortable environment
Elliott Investment Management has publicly identified 10 potential nominees to Southwest Airlines’ board of directors, intensifying its call for changes to the airline’s senior management and inching closer to launching the proxy battle it has been hinting at. Southwest’s Response Southwest Airlines has made it clear that it will resist Elliott’s attempts to overhaul the
When it comes to booking travel groups, one must consider the size of the group that the advisor and the ship can effectively manage. For example, travel advisor Freed limited a group of her neighbors to 41 people on a cruise with Royal’s sister brand Silversea. Although she could have easily sold tickets to 100
Alaska Airlines has recently announced their investment in JetZero, a promising aircraft engineering startup with a vision to drastically reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption. JetZero’s unique blended-wing aircraft design has the potential to cut emissions by up to 50%, setting a new standard for sustainability in the aviation industry. This pioneering approach integrates wings
Southern Connecticut is about to witness a fierce competition between two discount airlines, Breeze Airways and Avelo. With Breeze recently announcing its plans to introduce 10 routes from Tweed Airport in New Haven, the battleground has been set. This move puts Breeze in direct competition with Avelo, the only commercial airline currently operating out of