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Southwest’s Game of Catch-Up: What’s Next After Elliott Settlement?

Southwest had a rough going over the past few months, but CEO Bob Jordan says he has a plan. The Southwest experience may not look too different from other airlines.

Elizabeth Casolo | 2 days ago

Airlines

Ask Skift: What Are the Biggest Challenges For the Airline Industry?

The airline industry is still facing its share of challenges, and here are some issues keeping executives up at night.

Rashaad Jorden | 4 days ago

Airlines

Iberia Makes History With First Airbus A321XLR Passenger Flight

Don't be fooled by the modest nature of the A321XLR's Madrid to Paris debut - this plane can fly seriously far with incredible efficiency. Get ready for it to shake-up route networks worldwide.

Gordon Smith | 1 week ago

Airlines

Boeing Strike Ends as Union Members Accept 38% Pay Rise

Agreement after a 53-day strike is good news for Boeing and its airline customers, but don't expect the planemaker's problems to disappear overnight. This will be a long-haul recovery.

Gordon Smith | 1 week ago

Airlines

The World’s Longest Flight Is Getting a First Class Upgrade

Singapore Airlines already boasts one of the world’s most exclusive passenger planes. After six years of development, it’s about to take things to a whole new level.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

Airlines

Boeing Delivery Delays are ‘Pain in the Backside’ Says Ryanair CEO

The colossal Ryanair machine relies on hyper-efficiency and a ruthless scrutiny of costs. By its own admission, Ryanair was 'over-scheduled, over-crewed, and over-costed' this summer. It won't let this happen again.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

Airlines

Boeing Ups Offer to Machinist Union in Bid to End Strike

The latest offer includes a 38% general pay raise over four years. The union urged its members to vote in favor of the proposal to avoid a “regressive or lesser offer in the future.”

Meghna Maharishi | 2 weeks ago

Airlines

Riyadh Air Orders 60 Airbus Planes, Reconfirms 2025 Launch Plans

After months of speculation about its narrowbody fleet, on Wednesday Saudi start-up carrier Riyadh Air finally revealed the supplier and size of its first single-aisle plane order.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

Airlines

Lufthansa’s Earnings Position has ‘Deteriorated Significantly’ — Here’s Why

Despite a shaky set of quarterly figures, the Lufthansa Group is sticking to its full-year outlook and says demand remains strong, particularly for its premium products.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

Podcasts

AI-Powered Travel Agents, Hilton’s Mixed Fortunes and Boeing’s Struggles

Today's podcast looks at AI travel agents, Hilton's highest room addition, and Boeing's latest hurdle.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 weeks ago