Air Tahiti Nui Axes U.S. Route
Air Tahiti Nui will discontinue one of its two routes to the United States early next year as part of a network shake-up.
Air Tahiti Nui will discontinue one of its two routes to the United States early next year as part of a network shake-up.
The base, expected to open in the first quarter of 2026, will be the airline’s 12th and is projected to create more than 200 pilot and flight attendant jobs.
The airline announced plans to begin international service after being certified by the Federal Aviation Administration as a U.S. flag carrier.
Cathay Pacific will add to its U.S. operations next year with the introduction of five weekly nonstop flights beginning March 30, 2026.
The airline sold them to aftermarket parts supplier Aventure Aviation, which will dismantle the aircraft at Pinal Airpark in Marana, Arizona.
A spokesperson told AirlineGeeks that the move is part of a broader shift to Burbank, California, where the airline recently announced new service.
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South African Airways (SAA) will offer additional frequencies on a number of routes to cater to increased passenger numbers over the summer.
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Ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit is holding its ground against United following a hard-hitting series of comments from CEO Scott Kirby this week.