Alaska Air Group has announced that it will be replacing its retiring 717 aircraft with Boeing 737-800s for Hawaiian Airlines’ short-haul inter-island flights. The company, which also owns Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, stated that this change will greatly enhance the customer experience and increase reliability. Although the exact number of 737s to be used […]

United Airlines Flight Diverts to Luke Air Force Base Due to Severe Storms in Phoenix A United Airlines flight that was headed to Phoenix had to make an emergency landing at Luke Air Force Base on Monday due to severe thunderstorms in the Phoenix area. The flight, which originated in Houston, was forced to land […]

American Airlines has announced a series of new developments at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, including the building of a 37,000-square-foot Admirals Club lounge in Terminal C. This will be the largest Admirals Club in American’s network and will offer guests various seating options, premium amenities, and dedicated areas for work and relaxation. The lounge, located […]

Small Bahamian Airline Grounded After Fatal Crash The Civil Aviation Regulators in the Bahamas have suspended the operating certificate of Flamingo Air, a small carrier, after one of their airplanes crashed in North Andros, resulting in the death of 10 individuals. The Ministry of Transport announced the suspension of Flamingo Air’s operating certificate, effectively halting […]

Delta Expands International Network with New Nonstop Route from Los Angeles to Manila Delta Airlines has announced plans to add a new nonstop route from Los Angeles to Manila, strengthening its presence in the international market. The airline will begin operating flights on March 28, 2027, with initial service three times a week and daily […]

Former FedEx executive vice president and CFO, John W. Dietrich, has been announced as the newest member of American Airlines’ board of directors. After stepping down from his roles at FedEx in June, Dietrich will officially depart the company on July 31. He will bring his extensive experience to American’s Audit Committee and Finance Committee. […]

Aer Lingus, the national airline of Ireland, has announced plans to cut up to 500 positions and discontinue routes to the United States and Europe in an effort to reduce expenses. This decision comes as the airline faces challenges such as higher fuel prices, increased competition, and a weakening macroeconomic environment. The proposed job cuts […]

Sun Country Reduces September Schedule Due to Crew Attrition and Cargo Flying In a recent internal memo viewed by AirlineGeeks, Allegiant CEO Greg Anderson announced that Sun Country has reduced its September schedule due to higher-than-expected crew attrition and increased cargo flying. These factors have put pressure on staffing, resulting in temporary reductions in scheduled […]

WestJet’s approximately 4,400 flight attendants are at risk of going on strike in the coming weeks if a new collective bargaining agreement is not reached. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 8125, which represents the flight attendants, announced on Wednesday that 99. 4% of its members voted in favor of giving their bargaining […]

Western Sydney Airport Welcomes First Cargo Aircraft, Preparing for Public Opening Later This Year On Monday, a Qantas Airbus A321 freighter made history as the first cargo aircraft to land at Western Sydney Airport. This milestone marks a significant step forward as the airport prepares for its full public opening later this year. According to […]