If you’re living the digital nomad life and are curious about where to go next – I highly recommend considering Bangkok. It’s vibrant, it’s fun, and it’s a haven for online workers. What’s more, they have the best cafes in Bangkok for you to open up that laptop while enjoying some seriously great coffee.Table of Contents Bangkok is a city unlike any other I’ve ever been to, and I’m not lying … [Read more...]
Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes to Join Airbus
Skift Take The surprise appointment marks a speedy return to the aviation industry for the former JetBlue CEO. Gordon Smith and Meghna Maharishi, Skift Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes will join Airbus as the company’s lead for North America. Hayes is best known for serving as JetBlue CEO for nine years. He also held senior roles at British Airways. As … [Read more...]
Air New Zealand Facing ‘Unprecedented Competition’ From U.S. Rivals
Skift Take An intense battle for transpacific passengers is underway, with Air New Zealand having to work hard to maintain its historically strong market position. Gordon Smith Major U.S. airlines are bringing “unprecedented competition” to the transpacific market. The comments from Air New Zealand come as the Kiwi flag carrier lowered its earnings guidance for … [Read more...]
Digital Nomad Guide to Living in Hanoi
This is my digital nomad guide to living in Hanoi. Vietnam’s capital city is a fantastic location for remote workers to consider calling their home base. It offers the perfect mix of dedicated coworking spaces, culture, and social fun; working remotely in Hanoi has many benefits and I’m happy to share them with you here.Table of Contents I recently spent a month as a Hanoi digital nomad and … [Read more...]
Emirates’ Chief on Dubai Flash Flood: ‘Our Response Was Far From Perfect’
Skift Take The Emirates President's honest assessment of the situation after Tuesday's record rainfall in Dubai indicates that the airline is determined to be better prepared for similar events in the future. Peden Doma Bhutia Dubai’s flagship carrier Emirates has had to cancel nearly 400 flights and delay many more in the 3 days following Tuesday’s thunderstorm, … [Read more...]
Dubai Airports CEO Says Hub is ‘100% Operational’ Despite 1,200 Cancellations
Skift Take Paul Griffiths says he's never seen anything like it as his airport cancels hundreds of flights a day. Josh Corder Over 1,200 flights have been canceled and 40 diverted in Dubai since an immense flash flood ground the city to a halt on Tuesday. It’s been three days since the storm and Dubai International Airport is still scrambling, however, CEO Paul … [Read more...]
Airlines Divert and Cancel Flights After Israel Attacks Iran
Skift Take Iran may have reopened its airspace following Israel's retaliatory attack, but will carriers risk flying over the two countries? Peden Doma Bhutia Airlines flying over Iranian airspace promptly rerouted to different airports or returned to their original departure locations early Friday morning following Israel’s retaliatory attack on Iran. Flights in … [Read more...]
Alaska Reports Strong Quarter Fueled by Business Travel Surge
Skift Take Despite taking a hit from the Max 9 grounding, Alaska Airlines saw an uptick in travel demand, fueled by a full return of business travel. Meghna Maharishi Even as the grounding of the Max 9 prompted Alaska Airlines to cancel thousands of flights in January, the carrier came out relatively unscathed in the first quarter. And that’s partly because … [Read more...]
India Advises Airlines to Assess Risks Before Flying International – India Report
Skift Take As Iran-Israel tensions continue, airlines are proceeding with caution. This is impacting passengers in several different ways. Bulbul Dhawan The Indian civil aviation ministry has advised domestic airlines to assess risks before flying on international routes as tensions in the Middle East are growing. The civil aviation regulatory body is working with … [Read more...]
United Airlines Comes Out Strong Despite Delivery Delays, FAA Oversight
Skift Take United reported a strong first quarter, even as it faces an FAA safety review, Boeing delivery delays and rising tensions in the Middle East. Meghna Maharishi From Boeing delivery delays and increased Federal Aviation Administration oversight to escalations in the Middle East, it would seem like United Airlines might be in hot water. But United … [Read more...]
Senators Call for ‘Detailed’ Investigation Into Boeing Following Whistleblower Report
Skift Take Boeing faces increasing pressure from Washington to reform its safety and manufacturing protocols after allegations of problems with the structural integrity of the 787 and 777 became public. Meghna Maharishi Senators are calling for a broader investigation into Boeing’s safety and manufacturing practices after a whistleblower alleged issues with the … [Read more...]
Digital Nomad Guide to Living in Zagreb
The capital city of Croatia is a lively, historic, vibrant, and fun place to spend some time. If you’re thinking of living in Zagreb, get ready for an experience like no other; this place is full of things to see and do, and you’ll probably never want to leave. I know I didn’t. Table of Contents In January 2021, Croatia’s digital nomad visa opened the doors for more people to spend time in … [Read more...]
FAA Pauses Alaska Airlines Flights Nationwide Due to IT Issue
Skift Take Alaska paused nationwide departures after discovering an issue when performing an upgrade to its system that calculates weight and balance. Meghna Maharishi The Federal Aviation Administration issued a temporary ground stop of nationwide Alaska Airlines flights on Wednesday due to an IT issue. Alaska said the ground stop also affects Horizon Air, a … [Read more...]
American Airlines Revamps Passenger Experience Amid Premium Travel Boom
Skift Take From rethinking menus to opting for more comfortable and sustainable bedding, American is hoping to win over more premium travelers with more premium products. Meghna Maharishi and Elizabeth Casolo, Skift As airlines capitalize on a post-pandemic surge in premium travel, American Airlines announced a rollout of new amenities to enhance customer … [Read more...]
Allegiant Flight Attendants Agree ‘Game-Changer’ Labor Deal, Wages to Rise up to 41.2%
Skift Take Union bosses have said the agreement sets a new benchmark for U.S. flight attendants across the industry. Gordon Smith Flight attendants at Allegiant Airlines have agreed to a “game-changer” new labor deal. The breakthrough will see 1,700 crew members receive immediate wage increases. The average pay rise is 25%, however the exact amount varies. … [Read more...]
Historic Thunderstorms Batter Dubai: ‘Do Not Come to the Airport’
Skift Take The UAE has endured its worst storm in 75 years with severe disruption to ground and air transportation. Josh Corder Historic storms across the UAE and the wider Gulf have halted operations at the region’s major airports. On Tuesday, the Dubai saw its worst rainfall in 75 years and the disruption has continued into Wednesday. The area saw more than 10 … [Read more...]
United Airlines Takes $200 Million Hit From Boeing Max 9 Grounding
Skift Take United is making some adjustments to its long-term fleet plans after the FAA placed production constraints on Boeing. Meghna Maharishi United Airlines reported it took a $200 million hit during the first-quarter from the Max 9 grounding, according to a regulatory filing posted Tuesday. The Federal Aviation Administration grounded the Max 9 for … [Read more...]
DOT Teams Up With State Attorney Generals to Investigate Airline Consumer Violations
Skift Take Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the partnership would fast-track the process for resolving passenger complaints. Meghna Maharishi The Department of Transportation announced Tuesday it would partner with 18 state attorney generals to investigate airline consumer violations. The program, called the “Airline Passenger Protection … [Read more...]
Tokyo Soars Back Into Busiest Airport Ranking Amid Japanese Travel Boom
Skift Take In 2023, air travel got pretty close to pre-pandemic levels. This thrust Tokyo Haneda and Seoul’s Incheon Airport back into the spotlight. Elizabeth Casolo As more passengers — nearly 8.5 billion to be exact — returned to the skies last year, one international hub made its way back into the global top 10. In 2023, Tokyo Haneda returned to the list … [Read more...]
India’s 2023-24 Domestic Air Passenger Traffic Surpassed Pre-Covid Levels – India Report
Skift Take The aviation industry in India is undergoing changes as the market is underserved. ICRA has, therefore, maintained a stable outlook on the sector. Bulbul Dhawan The domestic air passenger traffic in India during the 2023-24 financial year is estimated to stand at 154 million, according to credit rating agency ICRA. This figure surpasses the pre-Covid … [Read more...]