INFORMATIONALAug 22, 2024The Top 5 Largest Boeing Fleets in the WorldThe aviation industry is heavily dominated by two major players: Airbus and Boeing. While the latter's dominance has largely lagged behind the former, Boeing aircraft continue to comprise a large majority of airline fleets. Today, we will analyze the five airlines with the largest Boeing fleets. This list will change over the years as some carriers have hundreds of Boeing jets on order.Read More →
NEWSJul 25, 2024Southwest Ditches Open Seating Policy, Adds Premium SeatingTexas-based low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines has just announced its ditching one of its most well-known policies: open seating. In addition, the airline is adding premium seating options and redeye flights for the first time in its storied history. Read More →
NEWSJan 24, 2024U.S. Airlines' Fourth Quarter Earnings: What Is Behind Their Strong Performance?The fourth quarter of 2023 (Q4 2023) yielded strong results for America's "Big Five" airlines. These are the U.S.' five largest airlines: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. Many factors are behind these strong financial results, and airlines face multiple headwinds going into 2024.Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2024FAA Warrants 737 MAX Inspections For Possible Loose BoltsIn late December of 2023, another novice, extremely dangerous potential issue was spotted in Boeing's previously flawed 737 MAX aircrafts. Boeing is working with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to issue warnings to airlines to inspect their new 737 MAX aircrafts for possible loose bolts. This is yet another issue with an aircraft type already stricken with issues and production delays. Read More →
INFORMATIONALDec 04, 2023New Data Suggests that Flying from Large Airports May Not Always be the Best IdeaYou may have noticed today that large airports aren't always the only option when flying into a major city. Indeed, secondary airports have seen a major rise over the last 20 years, and in this article we'll look at the pros and cons of flying out of these airports. Read More →
NEWSAug 20, 2023Airlines Waive Several Fees as Hurricane Hillary Heads for CaliforniaTropical depression Hillary is wreaking havoc on west coast aviation operations with numerous airlines delaying flights. This article also includes airline change policies in regards to the storm and Southern California. Read More →
ROUTESJul 16, 2023All You Need to Know About Southwest's New Routes to OrlandoMajor American Low-cost airline Southwest is launching four new routes to Orlando, Florida.Read More →
NEWSDec 27, 2022Southwest Airlines Collapses in the Midst of Holiday StormSouthwest Airlines has suffered an operational meltdown across its route network. Nearly 70 percent of the scheduled flights Monday were canceled by the airline, leaving passengers angry, stranded, and confused.Read More →
NEWSDec 24, 2022Southwest Airlines Declares State of Operational Emergency at Denver AirportThe recent winter storm has hit Southwest Airlines hard at Denver International Airport (DEN). Beginning at 1:45 pm Mountain Time on December 21, 2022, and extending until further notice, the Vice President of Ground Operations, Chris Johnson, declared a State of Operational Emergency.Read More →
NEWSAug 01, 2022Southwest Removes Expiration Date From Flight CreditsSouthwest Airlines has a reputation for caring for its customers and being the airline with a 'heart.' Now, the airline has made another announcement designed to make traveling more flexible for its customers.Read More →