Copa Takes Delivery of Long-Awaited Boeing 737 MAX 8
Copa Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX 8 after months-long delays. The carrier is set to introduce the aircraft in September.
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Delta to Open New Widebody Crew Base
In a memo this week, the airline told pilots that Boston was the first base outside its existing hubs opened in “quite a while.”
E.U. Commission Green Lights Lufthansa’s ITA Airways Takeover
The deal is also expected to lead to ITA Airways’ departure from the SkyTeam alliance, with the airline likely joining the Star Alliance.
Alaska Flight Attendants Slated to Receive 32% Pay Bumps
Alaska Airlines flight attendants are set to receive hefty pay raises along with boarding compensation as part of a pending agreement.
Alaska Adds Two Mexico Routes
Alaska Airlines is expanding its international network with new nonstop service to two popular Mexican destinations this winter.
SAS Staff Can Now Have Visible Tattoos, Wear Sneakers
The new policy will take effect immediately, allowing SAS’ frontline staff to show their tattoos and wear sneakers while on the job.
Mesa Airlines to Furlough 53 Pilots
Mesa is the latest airline to reduce its pilot workforce, citing “a significant and unexpected reduction in pilot attrition levels.”
Livery of the Week: American’s AstroJet
American Airlines offers a glimpse into the past with its iconic AstroJet heritage livery on a Boeing 737-800 aircraft registered as N905NN.
United Blasts DOT for Choosing JetBlue as EAS Carrier
United is pushing back on the Department of Transportation (DOT)’s pick to serve Presque Isle, calling the decision “erroneous.”
CRJ-200s May Again Appear on Some Delta Routes
The CRJ-200 is again appearing on some Delta-marketed SkyWest regional flights from Detroit and Salt Lake City this summer.