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Alaska Air's Expansion Hindered by Boeing Delivery Delays

Alaska Airlines' robust financial performance is at risk due to potential increased costs stemming from Boeing's delivery delays. Timely aircraft deliveries are crucial for Alaska Air's growth strategy, with further delays potentially affecting their operational efficiency and profitability.

2024-10-31T14:54:12.245241-07:00

New York Times

24 Hours in Mumbai With an Airline Pilot

2024-10-31T14:18:47.922946-07:00

FlightGlobal

SkyWest to Deploy 40 CRJ550s for United, Including 11 ex-GoJet Aircraft

2024-10-31T15:41:55.298061-07:00

FreightWaves

Amazon Air Explores Revenue Opportunities with Sun Country Cargo Charters

2024-10-31T11:30:20.841541-07:00

Hype Analysis

Riyadh Air: Saudi Arabia's New National Carrier Prepares for Launch Amid Regional Competition

October 15, 2024 - A report on Riyadh Air's development, outlining key milestones and future prospects as Saudi Arabia's new national carrier approaches its 2025 launch. Read More.

The 2024 CrowdStrike Outage: Unveiling the Aviation Industry's Cyber Vulnerabilities

October 9, 2024 - Examining the 2024 CrowdStrike outage that disrupted global airlines, revealing aviation's cybersecurity vulnerabilities and prompting industry-wide respon Read More.

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FlightGlobal

SkyWest to Deploy 40 CRJ550s for United, Including 11 ex-GoJet Aircraft SkyWest Airlines has finalized an agreement to operate 40 MHIRJ CRJ550 regional jets under United Express, with 11 sourced from GoJet. This move strengthens the partnership between SkyWest and United, further enhancing regional connectivity.

2024-10-31T15:41:55.298061-07:00

SkyWest to Deploy 40 CRJ550s for United, Including 11 ex-GoJet Aircraft

Seattle Times

Alaska Air's Expansion Hindered by Boeing Delivery Delays Alaska Airlines' robust financial performance is at risk due to potential increased costs stemming from Boeing's delivery delays. Timely aircraft deliveries are crucial for Alaska Air's growth strategy, with further delays potentially affecting their operational efficiency and profitability.

2024-10-31T14:54:12.245241-07:00

Alaska Air's Expansion Hindered by Boeing Delivery Delays

New York Times

24 Hours in Mumbai With an Airline Pilot

2024-10-31T14:18:47.922946-07:00

24 Hours in Mumbai With an Airline Pilot

FreightWaves

Amazon Air Explores Revenue Opportunities with Sun Country Cargo Charters Amazon Air is seeking to monetize its internal cargo operations by leasing aircraft to shippers. The initiative includes leasing aircraft operated by Sun Country Airlines, potentially expanding Amazon Air's market influence in the air cargo sector.

2024-10-31T11:30:20.841541-07:00

Amazon Air Explores Revenue Opportunities with Sun Country Cargo Charters

PaxEx.Aero

Frontier, Spirit, and JetBlue Challenge DCA Slot Allocations The airlines submitted objections to the US Department of Transportation, disputing the recent allocation of long-distance slots at DCA. This follows their unsuccessful bids in the latest proceedings, highlighting ongoing contention over competitive market access.

2024-10-31T09:14:45.897548-07:00

Frontier, Spirit, and JetBlue Challenge DCA Slot Allocations

Reuters

Pakistan International Airlines Auction Draws Insufficient Bid The final bid for Pakistan International Airlines' privatization fell short of the government's minimum, with a sole offer of 10 billion Pakistani rupees for a 60% stake, revealed the Privatisation Ministry. The low demand highlights challenges in the flag carrier's divestiture process.

2024-10-31T08:06:21.938977-07:00

Pakistan International Airlines Auction Draws Insufficient Bid

FlightGlobal

KLM Criticizes 41% Schiphol Fee Increase, Foresees Higher Airfares Schiphol Airport's plan to raise airline fees by 41% is expected to make it the second most expensive airport in Europe. KLM anticipates that such an increase will lead to inevitable fare hikes to offset rising operational costs.

2024-10-31T07:44:20.289988-07:00

KLM Criticizes 41% Schiphol Fee Increase, Foresees Higher Airfares

Breitflyte

Cathay Pacific Launches Non-Stop Hong Kong-Riyadh Flights Cathay Pacific inaugurated its direct passenger service between Hong Kong and Riyadh on October 28, 2024, enhancing connectivity between Asia and the Middle East. This new route aims to provide greater convenience for travelers in both regions.

2024-10-31T07:38:02.204958-07:00

Cathay Pacific Launches Non-Stop Hong Kong-Riyadh Flights