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...]
United Airlines Pauses Flights to Israel as Iran Launches Drone Attack
Skift Take Airlines are halting service to Israel as tensions in the Middle East escalate due to Iran’s "imminent attack" on Israel. Meghna Maharishi United Airlines said it was canceling its service to Tel Aviv on Saturday, as reports came out that Iran was launching drones toward Israel. Due to Iran’s attack, airspace over Israel, Iran, Iraq and Jordan has … [Read more...]
Aircraft Diverted and Airspace Closed as Iran ‘Launches Attack’ on Israel
Skift Take Airlines are halting service to Israel as tensions in the Middle East escalate due to Iran’s "imminent attack" on Israel. Meghna Maharishi and Gordon Smith, Skift There has been a dramatic escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran. Reuters reports that Iran has launched dozens of drones and missiles at Israel. The widely anticipated attack is … [Read more...]
Norwegian Air CEO Shares the Secret to Surviving Low-Season Lulls
Skift Take Geir Karlsen leads an airline that defied the odds (and many critics) to bounce back from the edge of extinction. Gordon Smith In the modern airline business, companies are usually divided by their “low-cost” or “legacy” models. The upstarts versus the old guard. But is there room for a little Scandinavian pragmatism in the mix? Norwegian Air Shuttle … [Read more...]
Top 10 Most On-Time Airlines Revealed – Is Your Favorite On The List?
Skift Take There are more than a few surprises in the global top 10, with multiple flag carriers, and even a budget airline, vying for first place. Gordon Smith For airlines, timekeeping is about more than keeping passengers happy. Delays can hit the bottom line with additional fuel, labor, and operational costs. Sloppy scheduling can also have a major reputational … [Read more...]
American Airlines CEO Made $31.4 Million in 2023
Skift Take American Airlines CEO Robert Isom received his highest pay in 2023 since he was appointed to the top spot in 2022. Meghna Maharishi American Airlines CEO Robert Isom was awarded $31.4 million in 2023, his highest compensation since he was appointed to the top spot in 2022, according to a proxy statement filed Thursday. Isom had a base salary of … [Read more...]
United Flight Attendants Picket at U.S., U.K. Airports as Contract Negotiations Stall
Skift Take United flight attendants are the latest to express their frustrations over stagnant pay and taxing work conditions. Meghna Maharishi Around a dozen United Airlines flight attendants picketed outside LaGuardia Airport on Thursday, demanding better pay and working conditions. The protest was part of a wider initiative by United’s flight … [Read more...]
U.S. Airlines Ask Government to Pause Additional Flights to China
Skift Take The U.S. airline industry is worried that Chinese carriers enjoy an unfair advantage with access to Russian airspace and China’s government. Meghna Maharishi The U.S. airline industry is asking the federal government to pause the expansion of passenger flights to China, citing “anti-competitive policies of the Chinese government.” The letter, … [Read more...]
Vistara’s CEO Weighs In As Cancellations Mount and Pilots Protest
Skift Take It could be a cruel summer for Indian aviation if the situation at Vistara doesn't improve. Peden Doma Bhutia “I assure you that the worst is behind us, and we have already stabilized our operations,” Vistara CEO Vinod Kannan wrote in an internal note to employees Thursday. Kannan was referring to recent disruptions at the airline: Over 150 … [Read more...]
Why Has Lufthansa Canceled Flights to Iran But Austrian Airlines Keeps Flying?
Skift Take The cancellations come as U.S. intelligence reports suggest an attack on Israeli assets by Iran or its proxies could be imminent. Gordon Smith Lufthansa has canceled flights to and from Iran as tensions escalate in the region. However, Skift has discovered that the cancellations aren’t universal, even within the same airline group. A Lufthansa … [Read more...]
Delta Comes Out of the Gate Strong
Skift Take Today's podcast looks at Delta's big first quarter, Brazil's delayed visa requirements, and the factors behind corporate travel agency mergers. Rashaad Jorden Listen Now 🎧 Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast | Google Podcasts | Amazon Podcasts Episode Notes Delta Air Lines posted a … [Read more...]
Delta Posts Record Revenues as Corporate Travel Bounces Back
Skift Take While a myriad of issues are set to constrain growth in the airline industry, Delta seems almost immune to those headwinds. Meghna Maharishi As the airline industry grapples with delayed aircraft orders and rising operating costs, Delta Air Lines has stayed above the fray. The carrier not only posted a narrow profit during what’s typically a … [Read more...]
Croatia Digital Nomad Visa: How to Apply & Requirements
Croatia is one of those countries that you simply must have on your bucket list. The scenery, the beaches, the food, the culture, the history, the list goes on. The good news is that you can apply for a digital nomad visa in Croatia, meaning you can stay longer in this beautiful country while still keeping up with your work. Table of Contents Croatia is a fantastic country to explore, and I … [Read more...]
Boeing Whistleblower Claims Company Took Shortcuts to Make the 787 and 777
Skift Take A Boeing engineer alleged he saw “people jumping on pieces of the airplane” when manufacturing the 787, making it prone to defects. Meghna Maharishi An engineer at Boeing claimed the plane maker dismissed repeated concerns about the quality control of the 787 Dreamliner and 777, some of the most used widebodies in the airline industry. Sam … [Read more...]
Delta to Split Boarding Process Into 8 Numbered Zones
Skift Take Starting May 1, Delta said it plans to use zones, numbered one through eight, to make the boarding process more intuitive for its customers. Meghna Maharishi Boarding a plane can be a frustrating travel experience. The lines are long, and it’s almost always slowed down by passengers storing their carry-ons in the overhead bins. But Delta Air … [Read more...]
SAS Scandinavian Airlines Quits Star Alliance: 6 Key Questions Answered
Skift Take The fallout from SAS leaving the Star Alliance group of airlines will be felt far beyond Scandinavia, with SkyTeam partners such as Delta's SkyMiles program due to be the biggest winners. Gordon Smith Late last year, SAS said it would leave the Star Alliance group of airlines – but it didn’t say exactly when or how. Things are now much clearer. … [Read more...]
United Delays Launch of Two International Routes Amid FAA Audit
Skift Take The decision to cancel a major transatlantic route launch with just a few weeks' notice will not have been taken lightly by the airline. Gordon Smith United Airlines has scrapped plans for a new transatlantic route this summer, just weeks ahead of its maiden flight. The highly unusual decision to cancel the service comes amid an audit of the company by … [Read more...]
Digital Nomad Guide to Living in Cozumel
Cozumel, Mexico, is one of those places that truly lives at “island speed.” What I loved most about living in Cozumel as a digital nomad was the slow pace of life, the gorgeous scenery, and the fantastic culture.Table of Contents Being a digital nomad in Cozumel is great because your office can be anywhere – a rooftop bar, a cute cafe, a quiet outdoor space – just pick one! And aside from your … [Read more...]
Spirit Delays Airbus Deliveries and Furloughs Pilots to Boost Balance Sheet
Skift Take These two huge developments suggest that Spirit Airlines management are taking the carrier's financial situation very seriously. Gordon Smith Spirit Airlines has announced two major shake-ups to shore up its balance sheet. Firstly, the low-cost carrier has struck a deal with Airbus to delay deliveries of some new planes. Almost all Airbus A320neo … [Read more...]