How Jet Airways Once Connected India to North America
Summary Jet Airways initially connected India to North America via a scissor hub in Brussels, offering passengers more choice in terms of origin and destination points. Brussels was chosen as…
AMFA strike forces WestJet to cancel more than 150 flights beginning on Saturday
WestJet responds to the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) notice that it has commenced strike action as of today, June 28, 2024 at 7:30 pm ET. “The government has officially stepped in to…
The US Airports With The Most Runways
Summary Chicago O'Hare International Airport has the most runways of any civilian airport in the world, with 8 runways. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is the second-largest global hub in the…
Record savings rates and airline industry adjustments amid economic shifts
NEW YORK CITY, NY (KIAH) – In 2023, Americans demonstrated remarkable financial discipline, with the average 401(k) plan savings rate hitting a record 11.7%, according to Vanguard. This figure includes…
Record summer airline travel is starting, and so are the flight delays – NBC4 Washington
TSA forecasts a record-setting holiday screening period for flyers around July 4. Travelers must stay aware of in-flight traffic, erratic weather patterns, and cancellation and delay policies ahead of a…
US Airports Brace For 4 July Travel Rush
Summary US airports prepare for increased passenger numbers during the 4th of July holidays. TSA anticipates screening over 28 million passengers, a 5.4% increase from 2023. Technological advancements and investments…
Why Airbus Is Winning With Fleet Commonality
Summary Airbus' fleet commonality among its family of narrowbody and widebody aircraft has brought several benefits to pilots and airlines. The Fly-By-Wire (FBW) technology, shared among Airbus aircraft, has significantly…
Canadian airline WestJet cancels at least 150 flights following surprise strike by mechanics
Toronto: Canada's second largest airline, WestJet, says it has cancelled at least 150 flights affecting 20,000 passengers beginning Saturday after the union of maintenance workers announced it has gone on…
Breeze Airways Receives FAA Approval For International Supplemental Operations
Summary Breeze Airways, founded by David Neelman, is a startup airline that operates a fleet of narrowbody aircraft and plans to become an international carrier. The airline has received approval…
Letter: Don’t skimp on airline safety
When I saw the headline “Lawmakers grill Boeing CEO on safety” (The Columbian, June 19), I wanted to remind others that politicians of both parties were part of the aircraft…