Hemal Gosai

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Aerolineas Argentinas Suspends Flights to Venezuela as Economic Activity Worsens

October 9, 2017 Hemal Gosai

Aerolineas Argentinas is the latest of a growing list of airlines to indefinitely suspend flights to the Venezuelan capital of Caracas, citing concerns over security in Venezuela due to increasing violence and immense political uncertainty.

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A Closer Look as Air India Inches Closer to Privatization

October 2, 2017 Hemal Gosai

As the flag carrier of India, Air India has encountered troubling times over the past few years, finally resulting in the Indian government beginning proceedings to privatize the airline. The airline has been bleeding cash

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Ryanair Continues to Struggle With Labor and Flight Cancellation Issues

September 25, 2017 Hemal Gosai

Ryanair has had a rough several weeks to say the least, driven by continued flight cancellations and a possible pilot strike for the airline. In short summary, the airline recently learned that it will not

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Part Two: Fuel Hedging in the Airline Industry

September 18, 2017 Hemal Gosai

While the previous post served as an introduction to the various types of fuel hedging methods, this post will focus on several real world examples of fuel hedging done right and wrong throughout the airline

Planes

A New Threat to Boeing and Airbus Comes From United Technologies’ Acquisition of Rockwell Collins

September 11, 2017 Hemal Gosai

Earlier this week, United Technologies Corp agreed to purchase Rockwell Collins, Inc. for approximately $23 billion. This proposed merger has the potential to significantly shake things up within the aircraft-parts manufacturing industry. United Technologies Corp

Airlines

Opinion: Why We Shouldn’t Blame American Airlines for Rolling Out Basic Economy

September 6, 2017 Hemal Gosai

American Airlines has finally launched Basic Economy fares on all routes in the continental United States for immediate travel. American Airlines initially rolled out Basic Economy for sale on February 21 for travel beginning March

Airlines

Part One: An Introduction to Airline Fuel Hedging

September 2, 2017 Hemal Gosai

While news organizations often announce airlines’ financial results, it quickly becomes difficult to further dissect and understand the major cost drivers, particularly related to fuel. This is the first part of a two-part series explaining

Routes

Alaska Airlines Launches Service from San Jose, Calif. to Austin and Tucson

August 28, 2017 Hemal Gosai

On Monday, Seattle-based Alaska Airlines commenced daily nonstop service from San Jose, Calif. to Austin and Tucson. With the addition of these flights Alaska will offer nonstop service to 18 destinations in the form of

Airlines

The Importance of PRASM: What Is It and Why Is It So Critical for U.S. Airlines

August 25, 2017 Hemal Gosai

Passenger Revenue per Available Seat Mile (PRASM) is a term thrown around the airline industry often. It’s a division of passenger revenue by available seat miles. The question of its importance has caused a divide

Trip Reports

Trip Report: TAP Portugal Retro-Themed Flight from Lisbon to Miami

August 21, 2017 Hemal Gosai

TAP debuted their first retro aircraft livery in Miami on August 11, 2017 and graciously invited me to take part in the festivities. TAP Fleet Breakdown This retro themed TAP aircraft is part of a

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American Airlines Announces New Seasonal Summer 2018 Routes

August 16, 2017 Hemal Gosai

American Airlines launches new seasonal routes from Philadelphia International and Chicago O’Hare to Europe for Summer 2018. Flights will be available for booking starting August 21 for travel between May 4, 2018 to Oct. 27,

Airlines

Full Analysis: American Airlines Second Quarter Earnings Signal Both Growth and Analyst Concerns

July 30, 2017 Hemal Gosai

American Airlines announced their second quarter earnings late last week, beating analyst expectations with revenues of $11.1 billion and a diluted EPS excluding special items of $1.92 vs analyst expectations of revenues of $11.08 billion

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United Airlines Stock Drops, Despite Strong Second Quarter Results

July 20, 2017 Hemal Gosai

United Airlines experienced a strong second quarter of 2017, reporting a net income, excluding special charges, of $846 million against revenues of $10 billion. Though United posted excellent financials, their shares on the New York

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Delta’s Second Quarter Earnings Show Strong Revenue, Declining Net Profit

July 14, 2017 Hemal Gosai

Delta announced its June quarter 2017 earnings, reporting a net income of $1.2 billion on revenues of $10.79 billion. The announcement highlights approximately a 20.8 percent fall in quarterly profit as operating expenses grew for

Trip Reports

Trip Report: JetSmarter Private Club to the Nation’s Capital

June 25, 2017 Hemal Gosai

Making the best use of ‘Summer Fridays’ at work, I made the decision to take last Friday off and hop on a flight using a service that many have never heard of: JetSmarter. Background on

Articles by Hemal Gosai

Aerolineas Argentinas Suspends Flights to Venezuela as Economic Activity Worsens

A Closer Look as Air India Inches Closer to Privatization

Ryanair Continues to Struggle With Labor and Flight Cancellation Issues

Part Two: Fuel Hedging in the Airline Industry

A New Threat to Boeing and Airbus Comes From United Technologies’ Acquisition of Rockwell Collins

Opinion: Why We Shouldn’t Blame American Airlines for Rolling Out Basic Economy

Part One: An Introduction to Airline Fuel Hedging

Alaska Airlines Launches Service from San Jose, Calif. to Austin and Tucson

The Importance of PRASM: What Is It and Why Is It So Critical for U.S. Airlines

Trip Report: TAP Portugal Retro-Themed Flight from Lisbon to Miami

American Airlines Announces New Seasonal Summer 2018 Routes

Full Analysis: American Airlines Second Quarter Earnings Signal Both Growth and Analyst Concerns

United Airlines Stock Drops, Despite Strong Second Quarter Results

Delta’s Second Quarter Earnings Show Strong Revenue, Declining Net Profit

Trip Report: JetSmarter Private Club to the Nation’s Capital

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Lloyd Aéreo Boliviano

Airbus A330neo Takes First Flight in Toulouse

Alaska Bids Farewell to Beloved 737-400 Combi Fleet

Lufthansa and EasyJet Among Seven Bidders in Battle for Alitalia

How the U.S. Visa Ban Could Create Issues for Turkish Airlines