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JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty: 'The deck is stacked' against smaller U.S. carriers — competition, labor and the future of flying

Speaking on-stage at the Skift Aviation Forum, JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty warned that structural market forces have "stacked the deck" against smaller U.S. carriers, constraining their ability to compete with larger, better-capitalized network airlines. Her remarks focused on competitive dynamics, labor pressures and strategic responses shaping the future of flying.

2025-12-25T01:23:31.127485-08:00

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Navi Mumbai International Airport commences commercial operations as IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air launch services

2025-12-24T17:40:59.280983-08:00

aeroroutes.com

IndiGo to launch Delhi–Heathrow Feb 2, 2026; India’s first A321XLR enters service Jan 23

2025-12-24T05:04:57.565927-08:00

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Boliviana de Aviación eyes up to ten 767-300ERs and two 767 freighters

2025-12-24T11:06:05.119000-08:00

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JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty: 'The deck is stacked' against smaller U.S. carriers — competition, labor and the future of flying Speaking on-stage at the Skift Aviation Forum, JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty warned that structural market forces have "stacked the deck" against smaller U.S. carriers, constraining their ability to compete with larger, better-capitalized network airlines. Her remarks focused on competitive dynamics, labor pressures and strategic responses shaping the future of flying.

2025-12-25T01:23:31.127485-08:00

JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty: 'The deck is stacked' against smaller U.S. carriers — competition, labor and the future of flying

newsaero.info

FlySafair pilot strike cancels 28 domestic flights, disrupts short‑haul schedules (21–22 July 2025) FlySafair canceled 28 domestic flights between 21–22 July 2025 after pilots staged strike action demanding higher pay and improved working conditions, producing short‑haul schedule disruption and highlighting weaknesses in contingency planning and labour relations at the South African low‑cost carrier.

2025-12-24T17:41:48.106626-08:00

FlySafair pilot strike cancels 28 domestic flights, disrupts short‑haul schedules (21–22 July 2025)

ANI News Agency

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Navi Mumbai International Airport commences commercial operations as IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air launch services Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) began commercial operations on 25 December when an IndiGo flight from Bengaluru landed at 08:00, joined by inaugural services from Air India Express and Akasa Air. Adani Group welcomed passengers; the airport is expected to handle about 90 million passengers at full build-out.

2025-12-24T17:40:59.280983-08:00

Navi Mumbai International Airport commences commercial operations as IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air launch services

Cargo Facts

Motu Link nears launch of ATR 72F freighter service in French Polynesia French Polynesian startup Motu Link Airline is poised to begin dedicated freighter services after an ATR 72F is due to arrive in the coming weeks. The delivery will establish the carrier’s initial cargo capability and strengthen intra‑island logistics across the Pacific.

2025-12-24T12:27:13.493331-08:00

Motu Link nears launch of ATR 72F freighter service in French Polynesia

ch-aviation

Boliviana de Aviación eyes up to ten 767-300ERs and two 767 freighters Boliviana de Aviación is considering acquiring up to ten Boeing 767-300ER passenger aircraft plus two 767 freighters, ch-aviation reports. If completed, the move would substantially enlarge the carrier’s widebody fleet, increasing long‑haul passenger capacity and airfreight capability across Bolivia and regional markets.

2025-12-24T11:06:05.119000-08:00

Boliviana de Aviación eyes up to ten 767-300ERs and two 767 freighters

CBC

Charting the delays: Current flight disruptions at Canada's major airports CBC compiled a live overview of flight statuses at three major Canadian airports, creating a real‑time snapshot of delays, cancellations and on‑the‑ground disruptions. The tracker aims to show how easy—or difficult—air travel currently is for Canadians and highlights operational stress across key hubs.

2025-12-24T10:48:33.160644-08:00

Charting the delays: Current flight disruptions at Canada's major airports

Wall Street Journal

U.S. airspace restrictions leave Venezuela reliant on about 20 ageing aircraft and strand citizens U.S. restrictions and safety advisories on flights to and over Venezuela have forced Caracas to operate with roughly 20 ageing aircraft, leaving Venezuelans stranded worldwide as the campaign to topple President Nicolás Maduro disrupts international services and deepens the country’s connectivity crisis.

2025-12-24T09:53:08.391740-08:00

U.S. airspace restrictions leave Venezuela reliant on about 20 ageing aircraft and strand citizens

Skift

Middle East and Africa Lead Global Travel Growth in November as Live Tourism Fuels Gains The Middle East and Africa were the top-performing regions for travel growth in November, according to the Skift Travel Health Index, driven by a rebound in live tourism. The data signals continued recovery in international demand and stronger seasonality across those markets.

2025-12-24T08:29:41.452533-08:00

Middle East and Africa Lead Global Travel Growth in November as Live Tourism Fuels Gains

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JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty: 'The deck is stacked' against smaller U.S. carriers — competition, labor and the future of flying

Navi Mumbai International Airport commences commercial operations as IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air launch services

IndiGo to launch Delhi–Heathrow Feb 2, 2026; India’s first A321XLR enters service Jan 23

Boliviana de Aviación eyes up to ten 767-300ERs and two 767 freighters

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