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...]
American Airlines Pilots’ Union Raises Concerns Over ‘Spike’ in Safety Incidents
Skift Take The pilots’ union is alleging that American is compromising on safety protocols. The union said it has raised these concerns and the response from management has been “encouraging.” Meghna Maharishi The American Airlines pilots’ union said it has noticed a “significant spike” in safety and maintenance-related incidents. “While United Airlines is … [Read more...]
Airlines Extend Middle East Route Diversions and Cancellations
Skift Take The new week brings a relative stabilization after a tense weekend, however many airlines are still avoiding parts of the region. Gordon Smith After a tense weekend in the Middle East, airlines are considering what, if any, changes need to be made to their networks and routes. On Saturday evening, the airspace above Israel, Lebanon, Jordan, … [Read more...]
Lufthansa Takes €350 Million Hit From Strike Action, Slashes Yearly Forecast
Skift Take The German airline group has warned that increasing tension in the Middle East could also affect its bottom line. Meghna Maharishi The Lufthansa Group is slashing its financial forecast after a series of strikes affected its operations and warned rising tensions in the Middle East could further affect its bottom line. The German company expects a loss … [Read more...]
15 Best Things To Sell Online (Digital Products & Ideas)
Selling online products is more accessible and lucrative than ever before. If this is an area you’re interested in exploring, you’re in luck. In this post, I’ll be discussing some of the best things to sell online. Table of Contents Whether you’re a small business owner looking to expand your reach or an individual hoping to make some extra cash, there are many different digital products to … [Read more...]
The Opportunity for Long-Haul, Low-Cost Airlines
Skift Take With the availability of better aircraft, a growing middle class and the evolving travel preferences of young travelers, there could be a billion-dollar opportunity waiting for low-cost, long haul air travel. Ashab Rizvi and Aaditya Ugale, Skift Research JetBlue said recently that it was eliminating a number of routes from its network. It soon became clear … [Read more...]
Vistara CEO’s Message To Worried Staff: You’ll Have Clarity By June
Skift Take Vistara employees are seeking greater clarity about how their roles might look within the soon-to-be merged airline. Peden Doma Bhutia Vistara CEO Vinod Kannan has outlined a roadmap for the airline’s impending merger with Air India, following staff concerns and recent operational disruption. In his latest communication to employees sent over the … [Read more...]
Digital Nomad Guide to Living in Phu Quoc
Welcome to my digital nomad guide to living in Phu Quoc. Home to stunning beaches, spectacular national parks, and some fantastic cultural and historical sights, it’s a remote worker’s dream destination. To alleviate any confusion it’s pronounced Foo Kwuck, and it’s just one of many idyllic locations within Vietnam.Table of Contents Vietnam’s largest island has everything a remote worker … [Read more...]