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airBaltic hits monthly record: 393,400 passengers in March 2026

Latvian carrier airBaltic carried 393,400 passengers in March 2026, the airline’s highest monthly figure for that month. The result signals continued traffic momentum alongside the carrier’s ongoing efforts to stabilise capacity and finances amid prior funding concerns.

2026-04-14T12:14:58.416784-07:00

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Air New Zealand Economy Skynest: lie-flat “bunk bed” pods on new Boeing 787-9s, bookings open May 18, 2026

2026-04-14T07:08:35.180105-07:00

World Airline News

American Airlines to roll out electronic boarding gates at DFW starting summer 2026

2026-04-14T08:12:33.764679-07:00

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American Airlines signs TLC Jet to let private charter clients earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points

2026-04-14T09:53:51.099915-07:00

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airBaltic hits monthly record: 393,400 passengers in March 2026 Latvian carrier airBaltic carried 393,400 passengers in March 2026, the airline’s highest monthly figure for that month. The result signals continued traffic momentum alongside the carrier’s ongoing efforts to stabilise capacity and finances amid prior funding concerns.

2026-04-14T12:14:58.416784-07:00

airBaltic hits monthly record: 393,400 passengers in March 2026

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American Airlines signs TLC Jet to let private charter clients earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points American Airlines has partnered with private-jet charter broker TLC Jet, allowing members who fly on TLC Jet charters to earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points—opening a route to elite status outside traditional commercial flying. Separately, American’s shopping portal is offering a promo of 500 bonus miles on $200 spend through April 20, 2026.

2026-04-14T09:53:51.099915-07:00

American Airlines signs TLC Jet to let private charter clients earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points

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Korean Air posts record first-quarter revenue and pivots to overseas/transit demand as fuel and FX volatility squeezes margins Korean Air reported record first-quarter revenue on strong passenger and growing cargo performance, then said it will steer capacity toward overseas and transit traffic to counter geopolitical volatility. The carrier cited higher oil prices and currency moves, with cargo plans to target seasonal volumes and protect margins.

2026-04-14T08:55:34.043423-07:00

Korean Air posts record first-quarter revenue and pivots to overseas/transit demand as fuel and FX volatility squeezes margins

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WestJet retires its last Boeing 737-800(BCF) freighter WestJet is retiring its final Boeing 737-800(BCF), marking the end of the carrier’s Boeing Converted Freighter operation. The move highlights a fleet clean-up as WestJet continues repositioning its aircraft mix ahead of its next-generation aircraft plans.

2026-04-14T08:35:14.578227-07:00

WestJet retires its last Boeing 737-800(BCF) freighter

Skift

Delta Air Lines walks back climate targets, softening its net-zero commitment Delta has revised its climate targets on its website, adjusting—rather than reaffirming—its previously stated net-zero ambition. The update signals a change in how the carrier frames its decarbonization roadmap, potentially affecting stakeholders tracking its emissions-reduction credibility and pace.

2026-04-14T08:15:00.386568-07:00

Delta Air Lines walks back climate targets, softening its net-zero commitment

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American Airlines to roll out electronic boarding gates at DFW starting summer 2026 American Airlines says it will install electronic boarding gates at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport beginning this summer, building on a pilot program conducted in November 2025. The carrier positions the “turnstile” approach as a way to make boarding smoother, more consistent and reduce congestion at the gate.

2026-04-14T08:12:33.764679-07:00

American Airlines to roll out electronic boarding gates at DFW starting summer 2026

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Spirit Airlines seeks to reject 7 Airbus A321neo and 4 Airbus A320neo aircraft Spirit Airlines is asking to reject seven Airbus A321neo and four Airbus A320neo aircraft, setting up a potential break or renegotiation of delivery/acceptance obligations tied to its A320neo-family fleet. The move signals continued legal leverage as the carrier works through its restructuring timeline.

2026-04-14T07:58:22.111672-07:00

Spirit Airlines seeks to reject 7 Airbus A321neo and 4 Airbus A320neo aircraft

Flying Magazine

Southwest CEO Bob Jordan: assigned seating, ancillaries and more changes still coming Southwest CEO Bob Jordan says the airline is “not done” making major customer- and operations-facing changes, beyond the end of open seating and free checked bags. The comments underscore continued rollout of Southwest’s mainstreaming strategy—moving from its legacy fare and seat model toward fee-driven revenue and tighter operating discipline.

2026-04-14T07:24:16.144220-07:00

Southwest CEO Bob Jordan: assigned seating, ancillaries and more changes still coming

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airBaltic hits monthly record: 393,400 passengers in March 2026

Air New Zealand Economy Skynest: lie-flat “bunk bed” pods on new Boeing 787-9s, bookings open May 18, 2026

American Airlines to roll out electronic boarding gates at DFW starting summer 2026

American Airlines signs TLC Jet to let private charter clients earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points

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