Delta’s partnership with DraftKings is now flying, and the companies are working VERY hard to make sure everyone believes SkyPicks is not gambling.
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Airbus Details Growth Potential, Challenges
Airbus has grand plans to increase aircraft production, but also faces continued supplier challenges, plus some difficult internal decisions on how to scale up effectively.
Premium Takes Flight with Allegiant First Launching in 2027
Allegiant First will fly from Spring 2027, offering more space and other amenities to travelers. And the new seating might not be the biggest change announced today.
PaxEx Premium News
Sutton Replaces Marks in Anuvu CEO Swap
Anuvu appointed Simon Sutton as CEO effective 15 June, replacing Josh Marks.
Gogo Adds Airshare, Sees Strong LEO Future
Gogo will add another fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s to its Galileo LEO fleet, thanks to a deal signed with Airshare.
Anuvu Taps Eutelsat 10B for IFC Capacity
Anuvu will boost its inflight internet capacity over Europe and the Middle East, inking a multi-year contract for Ku-band services on Eutelsat 10B.
IFEC
Delta, DraftKings Launch SkyPicks Inflight Sports "Gaming"
Delta’s partnership with DraftKings is now flying, and the companies are working VERY hard to make sure everyone believes SkyPicks is not gambling.
LATAM Confirms SES for Single-Aisle Inflight Internet
LATAM’s next tranche of single-aisle aircraft will fly with inflight internet from SES.
Digital Retail Takes Flight on HK Express
Snacks, souvenirs, and space are all on sale in the new HK Express “Cabin Connect” platform powered by Inflight Dublin, buyable with a few taps on a passenger’s personal device.
Hawaiian to Inherit Alaska Airlines 737-800s for Inter-island Flying
The future of inter-island flying in Hawaii is the 737-800. Alaska Airlines announced its plan to replace the 717 fleet with 737-800s carrying the Hawaiian brand.
Frontier (and Friends!) Sign with Starlink
Frontier Airlines will bring Starlink’s inflight internet service to its fleet, part of a 1,000+ aircraft, multi-airline deal confirmed Tuesday.
Airlines, Airplanes & Airports
Airbus Details Growth Potential, Challenges
Airbus has grand plans to increase aircraft production, but also faces continued supplier challenges, plus some difficult internal decisions on how to scale up effectively.
Bermudair Picks A220 for Fleet Expansion
Bermudair has big plans for expansion, choosing the A220-300 as the backbone of an upgraded and up-gauged) fleet.
Hawaiian to Inherit Alaska Airlines 737-800s for Inter-island Flying
The future of inter-island flying in Hawaii is the 737-800. Alaska Airlines announced its plan to replace the 717 fleet with 737-800s carrying the Hawaiian brand.
Beyond the Numbers: Thoughts from Day 1 Orders at Farnborough 2026
Day one at Farnborough delivered little in the way of surprises. Still, the quiet first day offered a few interesting (and conflicting) bits to consider.
JetBlue Wins Bidding for Spirit’s LaGuardia Slots
JetBlue will pay $58.5 million to take over Spirt Airlines’ slots at LaGuardia.
Seating & Cabin
AirAsia Goes Big–and Wants Bigger–with Airbus A220 Order
The top-line numbers are impressive: 150 A220s to be delivered to AirAsia in the years ahead. Behind the headlines, however, are a few very interesting stories, as is often the case when Tony Fernandes is involved.
Unum Two Forward-Facing Business Class Mini-Suites Ready for the Runway
Unum Aircraft Seating now offers business class beds in forward-facing layout, as its Unum Two seats go to market.
Boeing’s E-Lounge: A Digital Workspace in the Sky
Improving inflight internet means more passengers will expect (or be expected) to spend more time collaborating with coworkers while flying. A new digital lounge concept aims to make that tolerable for everyone in the cabin.
Loyalty
JetBlue Launches TrueBlue Points (and Other Benefits) Subscriptions
JetBlue aims to attract annual commitments from customers with the launch this week of its TrueBlue Subscriptions “Points on Repeat” product. Members will have access to three different package options, with benefits beyond just the points.
Completing the JetBlue 25for25 Challenge: Some Numbers and Reflections
Like a couple thousand others I completed the JetBlue 25for25 promotion last year. But was it worth the investment?
Family Status, Fewer Drinks in JetBlue Mosaic Updates
Traveling with kids could make it easier to earn elite status in the JetBlue TrueBlue program starting next year. But that benefit will come with fewer free drinks on board.