Airways MagazineRoberto Leiro

Air Astana delivers growth while grounding jets amid global engine crisis; long‑serving CEO exits

Air Astana reported robust 2025 revenue and expanded its network despite a global engine supply crisis that forced temporary groundings of some aircraft, constraining capacity. The carrier’s long‑serving CEO also departed, prompting a leadership transition as the airline balances growth with operational strain.

2026-03-21T05:10:02.467114-07:00
The Air CurrentElan Head

United Airlines Readies for $175/barrel Oil, Plans 5% Capacity Cut

By The Air Current: ![](https://theaircurrent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Ostrower-Headshot-1-300x300.jpg) In a Friday message to employees, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the airline is An active TAC/Pro or Individual Business subscription is required.

2026-03-20T16:47:20.096833-07:00
Flying MagazineJack Daleo

NASA, Lockheed’s Supersonic X-59 ‘Returned Prematurely’ on Second Flight

By Flying Magazine: Initial phase of supersonic test program aims to bring the X-59 to Mach 1.4, or about 925 mph.

2026-03-20T14:04:13.531590-07:00
Paddle Your Own KanooMateusz Maszczynski

JetBlue Pilots Sue to Force Arbitration Over 'Blue Sky' Partnership with United, Citing Job Security Concerns

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: Pilots at New York-based airline JetBlue are suing the carrier in an attempt to force it into full and binding arbitration over a dispute arising from a major partnership with United Airlines, dubbed ‘Blue Sky.’ First announced in May 2025, Blue Sky is a close collaboration agreement between JetBlue and United, which includes introducing reciprocal….

2026-03-20T11:54:17.717891-07:00
BloombergAngus Whitley, Kate Duffy

Qantas Fuel Supplies Are Assured Well Into April, CEO Memo Says

By Bloomberg: Qantas Airways Ltd.’s fuel supplies are assured well into next month, according to an internal memo from Chief Executive Officer Vanessa Hudson, as the airline attempts to ease concerns about potential shortages stemming from the Iran War.

2026-03-20T16:09:16.172735-07:00