In a report in the Telegraph (UK), Emirates’ outspoken CEO , Tim Clark, didn’t mince words about taking delivery of several early 777-9 aircraft built in 2019-2020 that require significant modifications to reach final configuration. Mr. Clark reportedly stated, “We’re not taking that batch, and…
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Southwest Airlines reported a Q1 net income of $227 million on record operating revenues of $7.2 billion, which were up 12.8% year over year. Bob Jordan, Southwest’s President and CEO, stated, “First quarter 2026 marked a turning point for Southwest,…
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For Southwest Airlines fliers, today is big. The airline starts assigned seating today. After 53 years of open seating, the airline officially ends its iconic “cattle call” boarding policy today at 12:01 AM, marking the biggest transformation in Southwest’s history.…
The United States remains the most significant air travel market. This critical mass provides sufficient heft for the market to guide commercial aviation. For example, the US market was the largest user of the 757. This aircraft, long out of…