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Emirates posts record $5.2B profit, orders 16 Airbus A350s as Dubai hub thrives

Dubai-based Emirates Airline reported a record full-year profit of $5.2 billion, a 14.9% gain from $4.7 billion last year, as the carrier capitalized on Dubai’s emergence as a global hub and placed orders for 16 Airbus A350s to support future growth.

2025-05-07T23:41:00.089051-07:00

Wall Street Journal

Airlines Wager Billions on First-Class Suites as Economy Cramming Fades

2025-05-09T10:43:19.975235-07:00

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Vietjet and Qazaq Air Launch Vietjet Qazaqstan JV with 20 Boeing 737s

2025-05-06T10:21:02.021994-07:00

Aviation24

Qatar Airways to launch 5 weekly Toronto and 17 weekly São Paulo flights from June 2025

2025-05-05T05:54:54.821674-07:00

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Thai Airways completes operational merger with Thai Smile Thai Airways International has completed the operational merger of its low-cost carrier subsidiary Thai Smile, integrating flight operations, crew allocation and reservation systems effective May 8. The move centralizes management at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, reduces overlapping domestic routes and lays the groundwork for cost synergies in its post-restructuring transformation.

2025-05-11T17:40:51.616145-07:00

Thai Airways completes operational merger with Thai Smile

beatofhawaii.com

Jetstar Ends Sydney–Honolulu Service After 18 Years, Redirects 787-8s to Asia Jetstar Airways will cease its triweekly Sydney–Honolulu flights on October 24, marking its exit from the U.S. market after 18 years. The carrier will reallocate its Boeing 787-8s to expand routes across Asia, while Qantas boosts group capacity on remaining Australia–Hawaii services.

2025-05-11T12:51:00.806745-07:00

Jetstar Ends Sydney–Honolulu Service After 18 Years, Redirects 787-8s to Asia

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Dan Air to Become First EU-Based Carrier Resuming Passenger Flights to Syria After Assad’s Ouster Romanian airline Dan Air will inaugurate passenger services to Syria, becoming the first EU-based carrier to do so following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. The move marks a significant step in re-establishing international air links with Damascus and Aleppo airports.

2025-05-11T05:54:57.908265-07:00

Dan Air to Become First EU-Based Carrier Resuming Passenger Flights to Syria After Assad’s Ouster

Independent.ie

Aer Lingus CEO flags robust US–Ireland bookings amid transatlantic softness Despite broader indications of weakening transatlantic traffic, Aer Lingus reports no drop in US–Ireland travel demand this year, driven by a year-on-year rise in bookings. The carrier’s resilience contrasts with peers facing softness, underscoring its positioning in the transatlantic market.

2025-05-10T18:43:00.354223-07:00

Aer Lingus CEO flags robust US–Ireland bookings amid transatlantic softness

CBS News

United CEO Scott Kirby Previews Summer Airfare, Safety and Industry Shifts United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby told CBS’ Face the Nation on May 11 that the carrier is prioritizing passenger safety while navigating rising summer ticket prices, driven by sustained demand and industry shifts. Kirby also outlined measures to adapt capacity and address operational challenges heading into peak travel season.

2025-05-10T14:43:01.988893-07:00

United CEO Scott Kirby Previews Summer Airfare, Safety and Industry Shifts

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SkyWest Expands Share Repurchase Program with $250M Increase The board of directors at SkyWest Airlines approved a $250 million boost to its existing share repurchase program, enhancing the company’s capacity to return capital to shareholders. This increase reflects management’s confidence in cash‐flow stability and aligns with broader industry trends in financial optimization.

2025-05-09T12:08:07.664199-07:00

SkyWest Expands Share Repurchase Program with $250M Increase

Wall Street Journal

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Airlines Wager Billions on First-Class Suites as Economy Cramming Fades International carriers are reversing decades-long strategies of densifying economy cabins, instead investing billions in first-class suites aimed at premium leisure and corporate travelers. Air France’s new La Première private suite, priced at $11,000 round-trip between New York and Paris, exemplifies this high-yield push.

2025-05-09T10:43:19.975235-07:00

Airlines Wager Billions on First-Class Suites as Economy Cramming Fades

Reuters

IAG triples Q1 profit, maintains around 3% capacity growth outlook and orders 53 new jets IAG, owner of British Airways, reported Q1 profit of €176 million, reversing a €4 million loss a year ago as resilient demand nearly tripled earnings. The Anglo-Spanish carrier group upheld its full-year outlook for approximately 3% capacity growth and placed orders for 53 new aircraft.

2025-05-09T04:03:09.746815-07:00

IAG triples Q1 profit, maintains around 3% capacity growth outlook and orders 53 new jets

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