SAS Adds Atlanta in Ongoing SkyTeam Pivot
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) announced the addition of a ninth destination to its North American network for the upcoming Summer 2024 season.
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Billionaires Feud Over Airline Pilot Hiring
Elon Musk and Mark Cuban took to Twitter/X to debate the ethicality of some airline hiring policies, specifically around DE&I practices.
Photos: JAL Retires Last 777-200ER
Japan Airlines (JAL) retired its final remaining 777-200ER aircraft from scheduled service in December. JAL was one of the early adopters of Boeing’s 777.
Delta Orders Airbus A350-1000 Jets
Delta has ordered 20 of Airbus’ A350-1000 aircraft, the largest variant in the A350 family, with deliveries slated to start in 2026.
Disruptions Continue as 737 MAX 9 Remains Grounded
Airlines continue to feel operational pains as Boeing’s 737 MAX 9 remains grounded following Friday’s door plug loss and explosive decompression incident.
Major U.S. Airlines Hire Fewer Pilots in 2023
Major U.S. airlines hired 6.2% fewer pilots year-over-year in 2023, according to data from pilot career advisory firm FAPA.
Loose Bolts Found on 737 MAX 9 Aircraft
Loose bolts were found on the plug doors of at least five United 737 MAX 9 aircraft during mandated inspections, per reports.
Alaska Grounds All 737 MAX 9 Jets
The airline says it is inspecting each aircraft following a decompression incident on Friday. The 737 MAX 9 operates a quarter of Alaska’s scheduled flights.
Livery of the Week: Air Tahiti Nui
Air Tahiti Nui, the flag carrier of French Polynesia, boasts a livery as captivating as the destinations in which it serves, adorning a fleet of Boeing 787s.
United to Expand Flight Training Capacity
United is bolstering its pilot training capacity in Denver with the opening of a new 113-acre facility. The carrier plans to add 12 new full simulators.