U.S. Senate Committee Moves to Reject Pilot Retirement Age Hike
The Senate Commerce Committee voted 14-13 to reject a proposal raising the airline pilot retirement age to 67 on Thursday.
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Boeing Responds to Missing Bolts
“Whatever final conclusions are reached, Boeing is accountable for what happened,” said Boeing president and CEO Dave Calhoun.
JetBlue Appoints New President
JetBlue announced on Wednesday the appointment of Marty St. George as the airline’s new president, starting on Feb. 26, 2024.
Allegiant ‘Uncertain’ on First 737 MAX Deliveries
The ULCC is the latest airline to experience Boeing 737 MAX delivery woes as it looks to grow its aging all-Airbus fleet.
SkyWest Acquires Stake in Contour Airlines, Bolsters Charter Presence
The regional operator is continuing its foray into the Part 135 charter market with a recent investment in Contour Airlines.
Delta Expands Winter Service to Latin America and the Caribbean
Delta announced an expansion of its winter service to Latin America and the Caribbean, offering new routes and increased frequencies.
Southwest Pilots Ratify New $12 Billion Contract
Southwest pilots overwhelmingly approved a new contract on Monday, which includes 50% pay raises over the life of the agreement.
Delta Details Retirement Plan for Boeing 767 Fleet
Delta is looking to retire its fleet of 767-300ER aircraft by 2030, the airline’s President Glen Hauenstein said in a Q4 2023 earnings call.
FAA Scolds Boeing Over Door Plug Decompression Incident
The investigation is a result of an incident on January 5 when an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 (737-9) lost a door plug in mid-flight.
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.
