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Berkshire Hathaway, under Greg Abel, buys $2.6B in Delta shares—after returning to airline exposure

Berkshire Hathaway has disclosed a $2.6 billion stake in Delta Air Lines, described as a repeat bet on an airline stock Berkshire previously avoided or exited. The purchase came as Greg Abel settled into the CEO role after succeeding Warren Buffett.

2026-05-15T13:39:19.624237-07:00

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Alaska Airlines plots 787-led shift from regional carrier to global intercontinental operator

2026-05-15T15:38:21.179217-07:00

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US DOT extends Essential Air Service contracts for Southern Airways Express

2026-05-15T12:38:47.098014-07:00

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Air India turnaround hit by record losses as SIA defends long-term investment

2026-05-15T09:24:05.899861-07:00

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Alaska Airlines plots 787-led shift from regional carrier to global intercontinental operator Alaska Airlines CEO says the carrier plans to launch a dozen intercontinental routes using Boeing 787s, signaling a deliberate move beyond its traditional regional footprint. The strategy is designed to reposition Alaska into a West Coast long-haul player, with Europe as a near-term proving ground.

2026-05-15T15:38:21.179217-07:00

Alaska Airlines plots 787-led shift from regional carrier to global intercontinental operator

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Berkshire Hathaway, under Greg Abel, buys $2.6B in Delta shares—after returning to airline exposure Berkshire Hathaway has disclosed a $2.6 billion stake in Delta Air Lines, described as a repeat bet on an airline stock Berkshire previously avoided or exited. The purchase came as Greg Abel settled into the CEO role after succeeding Warren Buffett.

2026-05-15T13:39:19.624237-07:00

Berkshire Hathaway, under Greg Abel, buys $2.6B in Delta shares—after returning to airline exposure

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US DOT extends Essential Air Service contracts for Southern Airways Express The US Department of Transportation has extended its Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts for Southern Airways Express, keeping the carrier in place to subsidize connectivity for smaller communities under the EAS program.

2026-05-15T12:38:47.098014-07:00

US DOT extends Essential Air Service contracts for Southern Airways Express

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DOT publishes charter for Trump-era Airline Passenger Experience Advisory Board The U.S. Department of Transportation has published the advisory committee’s charter outlining its objectives and scope of work under the Trump administration’s Passenger Experience agenda. The move formalizes how DOT intends to solicit input on passenger-facing outcomes across the airline travel journey.

2026-05-15T10:56:22.478173-07:00

DOT publishes charter for Trump-era Airline Passenger Experience Advisory Board

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Cubana cancels Madrid route after Plus Ultra exit Cubana has withdrawn its Madrid service following Plus Ultra’s departure from the market. The change underscores how quickly bilateral route networks can contract when a single operator exits—particularly where demand and operating conditions remain fragile for Cuba-facing services.

2026-05-15T09:44:26.029585-07:00

Cubana cancels Madrid route after Plus Ultra exit

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Global Airlines reshuffles leadership as A380 plan remains sidelined in ongoing flight hiatus UK start-up carrier Global Airlines has replaced a senior director following “twin departures,” while keeping its Airbus A380 “quadjet” in storage in France. The leadership tweak comes amid a continued operational pause that has lasted since May last year, indicating the A380 launch remains deferred.

2026-05-15T09:40:51.801483-07:00

Global Airlines reshuffles leadership as A380 plan remains sidelined in ongoing flight hiatus

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Air India turnaround hit by record losses as SIA defends long-term investment Air India posted an annual loss of $2.8 billion as Tata’s fleet renewal and modernization push continues amid widening operational and financial pressure. Singapore Airlines says progress is “tangible” but frames the transformation as a long, difficult “long game,” despite the hit Air India has taken to SIA earnings.

2026-05-15T09:24:05.899861-07:00

Air India turnaround hit by record losses as SIA defends long-term investment

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Alaska Airlines facing negligence lawsuit after severe turbulence injured cabin crew and left passenger “terrified of flying” An Alaska Airlines passenger is suing the carrier for negligence after a severe turbulence event left three flight attendants tossed and bleeding, according to the complaint. The case alleges the turbulence outcome was mishandled and seeks damages tied to the passenger’s fear of flying and related harm.

2026-05-15T08:38:36.981042-07:00

Alaska Airlines facing negligence lawsuit after severe turbulence injured cabin crew and left passenger “terrified of flying”

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Berkshire Hathaway, under Greg Abel, buys $2.6B in Delta shares—after returning to airline exposure

Alaska Airlines plots 787-led shift from regional carrier to global intercontinental operator

US DOT extends Essential Air Service contracts for Southern Airways Express

Air India turnaround hit by record losses as SIA defends long-term investment

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