NEWSFeb 02, 2024Delta Air Lines Adds New First Class Seats on Boeing 737-800s, Expands Delta One on Airbus A350-900sDelta Air Lines will update the cabins on its Airbus A350-900 aircraft and select Boeing 737-800 planes over the coming months. The airline aims to improve the onboard experience for passengers, especially those flying in its premium cabin classes. The updated cabins will appear on the first 737-800s and A350-900s in February and the summer, respectively. Read More →
ROUTESFeb 02, 2024American Airlines Announces Three New Destinations From Dallas/Fort Worth, Including BrisbaneAmerican Airlines has announced three new international routes from its largest hub: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The airline will now serve destinations in Australia, Brazil, and Mexico that are especially popular during peak travel periods. The new nonstop routes will connect passengers in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex to Brisbane (BNE), Rio de Janeiro (GIG), and Veracruz (VER). American will also reinstate a previously existing service between DFW and Kona, Hawaii (KOA). Read More →
ROUTESJan 31, 2024Air France Adds Flights From Los Angeles for Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Formula 1 RaceThe annual Cannes International Film Festival is a coveted event welcoming guests from all over the world. Similarly, the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix is one of the most popular racing events held annually around the same time. To meet demand for both the festival and the Monaco Grand Prix, Air France has announced special flights from Los Angeles for passengers interested in attending either event.Read More →
NEWSJan 31, 2024Boeing Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings After Suspending Guidance Amid 737 MAX 9 CrisisBoeing's fourth quarter (Q4) earnings report was volatile, with both financial turbulence and a shocking U-turn on their 2024 forecast. Still reeling from recent safety issues, the aerospace giant released results showing continued financial losses and a decision to ditch their financial predictions for 2024. This move is unprecedented in recent company history and sent shockwaves through the industry, raising questions about Boeing's future and the factors behind this bold decision.Read More →
NEWSJan 25, 2024FAA Allows Airlines to Fly Boeing 737 MAX 9 After Temporary GroundingThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has provided a path forward for airlines to continue flying their 737 MAX 9 aircraft, laying out strict new rules and regulations for airlines to follow. This announcement comes after a grounding of 737 MAX 9 planes following a major Alaska Airlines incident earlier this month when a door plug was ejected from the 737 MAX 9 aircraft at cruising altitude.Read More →
ROUTESJan 22, 2024Air France Announces Paris-Phoenix Route to Accommodate High Demand Ahead of 2024 Summer OlympicsAir France has announced plans to launch nonstop flights between Phoenix (PHX) and Paris (CDG) on May 23. The route aims to serve the increased demand for tourism to France ahead of Paris hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics from July 26 to August 11. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego announced the city's third direct connection to Europe at an event on January 22.Read More →
ROUTESJan 19, 2024Aeroméxico Launches Nonstop Flights to Atlanta From Five Mexican CitiesPassengers in Atlanta will receive more opportunities to visit Mexico through the introduction of multiple new nonstop routes this year. Aeroméxico plans to launch direct flights to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) from five Mexican cities in 2024, with the first two routes having already commenced on January 8. Aeroméxico's regional subsidiary, Aeroméxico Connect, will offer these routes daily with Embraer E-190 aircraft that can accommodate 99 passengers.Read More →
NEWSJan 15, 2024Alaska Airlines Passengers Sue Boeing Despite $1500 OfferingPassengers onboard Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 have filed a lawsuit against Boeing following the harrowing incident involving the operating Boeing 737 MAX 9. This lawsuit comes despite Alaska Airlines having offered monetary compensation to passengers.Read More →
NEWSJan 12, 2024Boeing 737 MAX Woes Pile Up, Raising Safety Concerns About the Company as a WholeWhile many are concentrating on the MAX series, the future of the entire company is in the spotlight. Boeing as a whole seems to be losing consumer confidence, with many passengers now refusing to fly on B737 MAX planes. Read More →
NEWSJan 11, 2024British Airways Pilot Kidnapped and Tortured Outside Supermarket During Stopover in JohannesburgA British Airways pilot was kidnapped and tortured by a large group of criminals during a stopover in Johannesburg on January 10. The pilot was "shaken" by the attack after being forced to give up "thousands and thousands" of pounds to the attackers in exchange for his release. This is not the first time in recent months that a British Airways employee was attacked during a stopover in Johannesburg.Read More →