Lots of different groups are chiming in on the US DoT’s plan to not renew antitrust immunity for Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico. Perhaps most surprising among them, however, is the Mexican government.
Airplanes and Airports
American orders 260 single-aisle aircraft for fleet up-gauging
American Airlines is spreading its delivery timeline and its supplier base, with Embraer, Boeing, and Airbus involved. All told, the carrier announced firm orders for 260 aircraft on Monday, part of its plan to keep the fleet fresh into the next decade.
Air Canada adds Landline bus connections in Toronto
Air Canada is the latest carrier to add bus connections to its route network, with Landline set to operate at its Toronto-Pearson hub.
JAL launches unique experiences market, sullies it with NFT link
Airline-supported NFTs are back. And, once again, it is an absolutely useless bolt-on of unnecessary and inefficient technology to what could otherwise be a cool experience.
JetBlue appoints Marty St. George as President
More change is coming to the JetBlue C-Suite. Marty St. George will assume the role of President, returning to the airline after five years away.
Global Airlines buys its first A380 – again
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. But startup Global Airlines is taking a second chance to buy its first A380.
Right for whom? Airlines shift SAF goals to easier – and far less effective – targets
Faced with insufficient supply of SAFs that could actually help reduce emissions, airlines are turning to options that just make things worse for everyone.
American snags slots for JFK-Haneda service
American Airlines secured the necessary authorities to launch service between New York City and Tokyo, beating out United Airlines. Ultimately, the US Department of Transportation favored American’s offering as an incremental add of service rather than a shift of existing capacity.
DOT orders termination of Delta, Aeromexico partnership
Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico will not be permitted to renew their cross-border joint operations. And it is all about access at MEX.
The MAX 9 is back, but a major question remains
Twenty days ago a door plug blew out of a Boeing 737 MAX 9. The FAA now has allowed the type to return to service. Yet one significant question remains unanswered: Why were just some planes grounded?