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Southwest Airlines Cuts Forecast Amid Trade War Concerns and Travel Demand Decline

Southwest Airlines has withdrawn its financial forecast for 2025 and 2026, citing trade war uncertainties and a decline in leisure travel demand. The airline plans to cut flights in the second half of 2025, with full-year passenger capacity expected to increase by just 1%.

2025-04-23T13:51:23.180095-07:00

New York Times

Boeing's Q1 2025 Financial Results Improve Despite US-China Trade Frictions

2025-04-23T05:06:36.914357-07:00

Airline Economics

Saudia Group Orders 10 Airbus A330-900s for flyadeal's Long-Haul Expansion

2025-04-23T05:05:18.018763-07:00

Skift

Virgin Atlantic to Launch Non-Stop London to Seoul Service in 2026

2025-04-23T02:30:52.731942-07:00

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

Richard Nuttall Appointed CEO of Philippine Airlines, Marking a Historic Leadership Shift Philippine Airlines has appointed Richard Nuttall as its new CEO, marking the first time a foreign executive leads the national carrier. Nuttall, who previously served as CEO of SriLankan Airlines, joins the airline amid its efforts to enhance market position and operational efficiency.

2025-04-23T20:41:08.040774-07:00

Richard Nuttall Appointed CEO of Philippine Airlines, Marking a Historic Leadership Shift

CNBC

Korean Air Navigates Supply Chain Challenges and Asiana Merger Korean Air CEO Walter Cho addresses the airline's strategies in overcoming supply chain shortages impacted by Trump's tariffs and the integration process with Asiana Airlines. The merger aims to mitigate challenges and enhance Korean Air's competitive edge in the global aviation market.

2025-04-23T19:01:23.102256-07:00

Korean Air Navigates Supply Chain Challenges and Asiana Merger

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Alaska Airlines Faces Revenue Pressure Amid Weaker Demand Forecast Alaska Airlines anticipates a six-point revenue impact in Q2 2025 due to weakening demand, following a modest rebound in business travel. The carrier warns that softening demand will pressure airfares and dampen profit outlook for the quarter, despite recent price cuts.

2025-04-23T15:43:57.910533-07:00

Alaska Airlines Faces Revenue Pressure Amid Weaker Demand Forecast

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Alaska Airlines Unveils Chef-Curated First Class Menus in Culinary Overhaul Alaska Airlines has introduced new chef-curated meals in its First Class service, marking the beginning of a significant culinary evolution. This enhancement aligns with the airline's aspirations for a broader service upgrade as it prepares for its upcoming expansion into European markets.

2025-04-23T13:56:26.332998-07:00

Alaska Airlines Unveils Chef-Curated First Class Menus in Culinary Overhaul

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Southwest Airlines Cuts Forecast Amid Trade War Concerns and Travel Demand Decline Southwest Airlines has withdrawn its financial forecast for 2025 and 2026, citing trade war uncertainties and a decline in leisure travel demand. The airline plans to cut flights in the second half of 2025, with full-year passenger capacity expected to increase by just 1%.

2025-04-23T13:51:23.180095-07:00

Southwest Airlines Cuts Forecast Amid Trade War Concerns and Travel Demand Decline

FlightGlobal

Air Canada Promotes Mark Galardo to Chief Commercial Officer Amid Executive Reshuffle Air Canada has announced a significant restructuring of its senior executive team, appointing Mark Galardo as Chief Commercial Officer, effective May 1. The shift aims to enhance operational resilience and streamline leadership roles, reflecting the airline's strategic initiatives amid rising international travel demand.

2025-04-23T13:04:20.593269-07:00

Air Canada Promotes Mark Galardo to Chief Commercial Officer Amid Executive Reshuffle

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JetBlue Expands TrueBlue Program with Japan Airlines Partnership JetBlue has enhanced its TrueBlue program by allowing members to redeem points on Japan Airlines-operated flights to Tokyo and beyond. This partnership expands the range of available redemption options, aiming to provide greater value and flexibility for JetBlue’s loyal customers.

2025-04-23T11:12:18.746218-07:00

JetBlue Expands TrueBlue Program with Japan Airlines Partnership

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Boeing Navigates US-China Trade Tensions Amid 737 Max Production Plans Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg has asserted that the ongoing US-China trade war will not impede the company's financial recovery and aircraft delivery milestones. Despite the indefinite halt in deliveries to Chinese airlines, Boeing aims to boost its 737 Max production, while securing a new Air Force F-47 contract.

2025-04-23T10:56:40.845410-07:00

Boeing Navigates US-China Trade Tensions Amid 737 Max Production Plans