Skift Take Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves sent an internal memo to staff late Thursday. Josh Corder Etihad Airways chief operating officer Mohammed Al Bulooki has stepped down from his role, confirms an internal document seen by Skift. The internal memo was signed by Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves and shared with staff Thursday evening. John Wright will serve as … [Read more...]
Air India CEO on the 180-Degree Transformation — Full Video
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson is undertaking a massive project: completely overhauling India’s newly privatized 92-year-old flag carrier after decades of underinvestment by the Indian government. The average age of an Air India employee was 54 years old. The airline had such a dated email system that its employees started using Gmail. But that’s the old Air India, according to Wilson. Wilson, … [Read more...]
Southwest Is No Longer a Low-Fare Airline, Ryanair CEO Says
Skift Take Michael O'Leary says Southwest's all-inclusive fares are a sign that the airline has lost its 'passion' for low-cost travel. Gordon Smith Has Southwest Airlines lost its way? One of its biggest long-time advocates seems to think so. Speaking to Skift, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary claimed that Southwest’s generous baggage allowance, onboard perks, and … [Read more...]
10 Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Chiang Mai (Laptop Friendly!)
If I had to give a title to the best spot for digital nomads in the world, Chiang Mai would 100% be in contention for the top spot. This is a place packed with other remote workers, a low cost of living, a captivating culture, and an amazing food scene. It’s so easy to work here, with some of the best cafes in Chiang Mai offering a comfortable chair to top-notch coworking spots.Table of … [Read more...]
Breeze Makes Big Bet on New Co-Branded Credit Card
Skift Take Breeze, an low-cost carrier founded in 2021, believes it can attract a steadfast customer base to its loyalty program with the release of its co-branded credit card. Meghna Maharishi Breeze Airways announced Tuesday it would launch a co-branded credit card and a re-branded loyalty program, an ambitious step for the young low-cost carrier. The … [Read more...]
Is EasyJet Heading for Heathrow? ‘Let’s See’ Airline CEO Says
Skift Take Speaking to Skift, easyJet CEO Johan Lundgren confirmed that the West London hub is on the low-cost carrier's radar. Gordon Smith Could easyJet add one of the world’s most expensive airports to its route map? Speaking to Skift, easyJet CEO Johan Lundgren said the budget airline would consider Heathrow, subject to certain criteria being … [Read more...]
15 Pros and Cons of Living in Lisbon
In this post, I’ll share with you my thoughts on the main pros and cons of living in Lisbon, Portugal’s beautiful capital.Table of Contents With its year-round sunshine, atmospheric cobblestone streets, colorful tiled buildings, and rich cultural and culinary scene, Lisbon is a pretty amazing place to live, all things considered. It’s one of my favorite cities in Europe and I’ve spent quite a … [Read more...]
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun Out by Year-End, Airplane Chief Leaves Immediately
Skift Take Boeing will be hoping that the departure of three of its most senior leaders will mark a fresh start for company. Gordon Smith Boeing has announced a major shake-up of its senior leadership team. Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun said Monday morning he would step down from the top post at the end of the year. The company didn’t immediately name a successor for … [Read more...]
10 Best Places in Vietnam for Digital Nomads
Vietnam offers an enticing blend of affordability, rich culture, and modern amenities. With a vibrant entrepreneurial scene and a rapidly growing tech industry, Vietnam is a perfect destination for digital nomads.From bustling areas like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to serene coastal towns like Da Nang and Nha Trang, I found that a great work/life balance is particularly easy to attain in … [Read more...]
Former JetBlue CEO Took Home $10.8 Million in Total Compensation in 2023
Skift Take Robin Hayes raked in some of his highest compensation during his 8-year tenure as JetBlue CEO while the carrier struggled to reach profitability in 2023. Meghna Maharishi Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes made around $10.8 million in total compensation in 2023, his highest take home pay in the past two years, according to a proxy statement JetBlue filed … [Read more...]
FAA Steps Up Oversight of United Airlines Following Safety Incidents
Skift Take The FAA will be reviewing United’s work processes, manuals and procedures after a string of safety incidents the carrier experienced in March. Meghna Maharishi The Federal Aviation Administration is increasing its oversight of United Airlines following a string of safety incidents. Sasha Johnson, United’s vice president of corporate safety, … [Read more...]
Ryanair CEO Shares Social Media Strategy – And Two Topics Even He Won’t Touch
Skift Take In a sitdown interview with Skift, Michael O'Leary reveals some of the secrets to Ryanair's viral success, and tells us the two subjects that are absolutely off-limits. Gordon Smith Michael O’Leary doesn’t understand TikTok. He isn’t on X, and you definitely won’t find him sharing his vacation snaps on Instagram. Yet the Ryanair CEO is proud to describe … [Read more...]
United Airlines Now Allows Family and Friends to Pool Miles for Booking Trips
Skift Take United is one of the biggest U.S. airlines to allow friends and family to combine miles — at no extra fee — to redeem award tickets. Meghna Maharishi United Airlines announced Thursday it will allow friends and family to create joint accounts to pool frequent flier miles through its loyalty program. The move is intended to make it easier for … [Read more...]
Korean Air Seals Deal With Airbus to Replace Long-Haul Jets
Skift Take Despite Boeing having its new 777X and 787 Dreamliner on offer, Airbus' best-selling widebody jet has clinched the deal. Gordon Smith Korean Air has confirmed a major deal with Airbus for a new generation of long-haul planes. The Seoul-based flag carrier is adding a total of 33 Airbus A350s to its fleet. This comprises 27 of the largest A350-1000s … [Read more...]
U.S. to Review How Airlines Handle Passengers’ Personal Information
Skift Take The review into passenger data protections is the first of many the Department of Transportation plans to periodically conduct. Meghna Maharishi The Department of Transportation is reviewing how the 10 largest U.S. airlines handle, use and collect passengers’ personal information. The review will include a look into airlines’ policies and … [Read more...]
Ryanair CEO Slams Boeing Culture: ‘They Love Talking Corporate Bullsh*t’
Skift Take Michael O’Leary’s public condemnation of Boeing’s corporate culture and recent changes to its 737 Max program will likely heap further pressure on the planemaker. Gordon Smith The chief executive of Ryanair has slammed Boeing’s approach to the 737 Max crisis. Speaking exclusively to Skift on Wednesday, Michael O’Leary called out what he described as … [Read more...]
15 Pros and Cons of Living in Bangkok
So far, in all of my travels, I can say with ease that living in Bangkok is one of the craziest experiences I’ve ever had – and I mean that in the best way possible. The city is truly “alive.” It’s loud and bustling, but there are also tranquil parks and scenic views. It’s huge in size and intensity, but in a way, it feels like a big community.Table of Contents There are so many pros of living … [Read more...]
Air India CEO Details Carrier’s Ambitions: ‘We Are as Much a Startup as We Are a Transformation’
Skift Take Air India CEO Campbell Wilson said the airline is in the process of changing its operations and culture as it seeks to rebrand itself as a “top-tier and world-class airline.” Meghna Maharishi Air India has big ambitions: CEO Campbell Wilson said he wants to restore the carrier into a “top-tier and world-class airline” at the Skift India Summit in New … [Read more...]
JetBlue Cuts More Cities From Network, Reduces Flights From Los Angeles
Skift Take JetBlue is cutting more routes as part of the carrier’s strategy to restore its profitability following the loss of the Spirit merger and Pratt & Whitney engine issues. Meghna Maharishi JetBlue told crewmembers on Tuesday that it is cutting a slate of routes as part of its strategy to restore profitability following the termination of the Spirit … [Read more...]
Frontier Launches Flights From Newark and JFK
Skift Take Frontier’s routes in two of New York’s biggest airports signals a shift in strategy as it moves some of its capacity away from over-served leisure markets. Meghna Maharishi Frontier Airlines is adding New York to its network. The ultra-low-cost carrier announced Tuesday that it would operate flights out of Newark and JFK to San Juan, starting in May … [Read more...]