The DOT Ruling Is a Step Forward, But There’s Still a Long Way To Go
While a step forward, the DOT’s new rules still fall short compared to European regulations that protect passengers in the event of a flight disruption.
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American Adds Boeing 787 Flights From New York
American is planning to operate its first regularly scheduled Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights from New York-JFK later this year.
Livery of the Week: Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways’ livery, known as “Facets of Abu Dhabi,” was first introduced in 2014 on a Boeing 787-9 and designed by Landor Associates.
SkyWest Plans to Add CRJ-550s
The Utah-based regional carrier is slated to transition 19 CRJ-700s expiring from its American contract to the 50-seat configuration.
Southwest Closes Four Stations Amid Ongoing Boeing Delivery Woes
Southwest is ceasing operations at four airports and limiting capacity at others, citing ongoing aircraft delivery delays at Boeing.
Hawaiian Slated to Return Grounded A321neos to Service
Hawaiian Airlines says it expects to return all 18 of its Airbus A321neo aircraft to revenue service in the coming weeks.
JetBlue Reveals Diminished First Quarter Earnings
The New York-based carrier announced that its revenue will be down between 6.5% and 11.5% in the second quarter relative to last year.
Delta Bumps Employee Pay, Raises Minimum Starting Wages
On Monday, Delta announced plans to raise its minimum starting wage to $19 per hour and provide a 5% pay raise to eligible employees.
Livery of the Week: ANA’s R2-D2 Dreamliner
In 2015, All Nippon Airways (ANA) unveiled a special Star Wars-themed livery featuring the iconic R2-D2 droid on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.
American Scales Back Pilot Hiring Plans, Pauses Summer Classes
American is the latest U.S. carrier to detail slashed 2024 pilot hiring plans. The Fort Worth-based airline is slated to reduce hiring by roughly 40% in 2024.
