As airlines continue to explore the options available to them in the AI world Delta Air Lines believes it has found a competitive advantage – allowing it to charge more for seats on board – thanks to the technology.
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Winding Tree winds down, bailing on Blockchain for airlines
For years Winding Tree pitched itself as delivering a distribution and payments blockchain revolution for airlines, hotels, and consumers. Today that dream is dead.
Shakeup in ancillaries, AI on tap for flyadeal
Flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway sees plenty of opportunities for his LCC to innovate, even with a very basic service offering. Removing all the ancillary sales options is part of that plan.
Turkish Airlines promises speed, convenience with TK Wallet launch
Can the new TK Wallet improve the payment and refunds experience for passengers of Turkish Airlines? Or just for the airline??
American limits loyalty earning options
American Airlines says it wants to make it “more convenient for customers to enjoy the value and magic of travel,” but that’s not at all what the upcoming AAdvantage changes will do.
Lufthansa Group pitches "Green" fares to boost passenger SAF offset purchases
Airlines have tried selling carbon offsets and alternative fuel options to passengers for a few years now, generally with minimal success. The Lufthansa Group of airlines now hopes to boost sales by making “Green” flights an option earlier in the booking flow, akin to picking between Economy Light or a flexible fare.
Porter Air bringing premium economy(ish) to E195-E2 fleet
Porter Air will add an almost premium economy offering, dubbed PorterReserve, as part of its E195-E2 product launch. The offering will be one of three seating options on board the carrier’s first jets, and include other benefits in the terminal and on board as well.
Could Allegiant deliver an interline win?
Allegiant typically operates any given route only on limited days of the week. For travelers looking to book a longer or shorter trip, the company loses out on that potential ticket sale. And, more importantly to the business model, it loses out on the associated hotel, rental car, and other ancillary bookings.
Southwest boosts corporate fare, ancillary fee merchandising with ATPCO
Southwest Airlines continues to push its corporate sales channel forward. The company announced a multi-year agreement today with ATPCO to implement Express Contracts, a corporate contract automation tool.
Alaska Airlines finds a new Architect for fare planning
Alaska Airlines is changing the way it prices tickets. The carrier’s transition to ATPCO’s Architect pricing tool allows it to take a more holistic view of pricing strategy rather than focusing on individual fares.