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Five Fleet Decisions That Haunted Major Airlines
From the A380 to the 787, we examine five fleet bets that backfired spectacularly for major airlines, reshaping strategy and finances.
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United Airlines Accelerates Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout Across Its Fleet
United Airlines is rapidly installing SpaceX Starlink satellite internet across its fleet, which an analyst says gives it a head start over rivals.
FlyOne Commits to 10 MDA1 eViator Electric Aircraft
Moldovan airline FlyOne has committed to acquiring 10 MDA1 eViator electric aircraft, Aviation International News reports.
EASA Expands Saudi Arabia Airspace Warning After Houthi Strikes
Europe's aviation safety regulator has widened the zone of Saudi Arabian airspace where it advises airlines not to fly, citing a growing risk from Houthi missile and drone attacks.
Lufthansa Group Expands Boeing 737 MAX Fleet with 20 MAX 10s
Lufthansa Group has firmed up options for 20 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, bringing its total MAX order to 60 as it modernizes its short-haul fleet.
American Airlines to Bring Starlink Wi-Fi to Entire Mainline Fleet
American Airlines will equip more than 1,000 mainline jets with Starlink satellite Wi-Fi, with installations beginning in early 2027.
American Airlines to Bring Starlink Wi-Fi to Every Mainline Jet
American Airlines announced it will equip every mainline jet in its fleet with SpaceX's Starlink high-speed satellite Wi-Fi.
Qantas Choreographs a Smooth Sunset for Its Boeing 737 Fleet
As Qantas prepares to retire its Boeing 737 fleet in favor of the Airbus A321XLR, the airline is carefully managing pilot transitions to avoid grounding crews or disrupting operations.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines Places Firm Order for 10 Airbus Aircraft
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed a firm order with Airbus for 10 aircraft, comprising four A350-900s and six A321neos.
Boeing 777 Captain Pay 2026: Top 6 Airlines Compared
We analyze the gross and tax-adjusted earnings of Boeing 777 captains at six leading global carriers in 2026, revealing stark contrasts in compensation.
Delta A350 Winglet Pierces Air Canada 777 Tail in LAX Tarmac Collision
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A350's winglet became wedged in the tail of an Air Canada Boeing 777 during a towing operation at Los Angeles International Airport, raising fresh concerns about ground handling safety.
Southwest Airlines Launches First U.S. Airline ChatGPT Plugin
Southwest Airlines launched the first U.S. airline plugin for ChatGPT on October 6, letting travelers discover and shop for Southwest flights inside the platform.
Delta Jet Clips Air Canada Plane at LAX, No Injuries Reported
A departing Delta Air Lines jet clipped an Air Canada plane that had arrived from Toronto at Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, with no injuries reported.
Why Premium Economy Is the Worst Deal for Miles Redemptions
Premium economy may offer extra comfort, but when it comes to redeeming frequent flyer miles, it often delivers the poorest value in the cabin lineup.
Aviation Capital Group Delivers Sixth Boeing 737-8 to Royal Air Maroc
Aircraft lessor Aviation Capital Group has delivered its sixth Boeing 737-8 to Moroccan flag carrier Royal Air Maroc.
Pegasus Airlines Takes Helm at Smartwings: New CEO and CFO Appointed
Following its acquisition of Smartwings, Pegasus Airlines has installed a new CEO and CFO to lead the Czech carrier, signaling a strategic push into Central European aviation.
Flydubai Co-Pilot Subdued After Alleged Hijacking Attempt on Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight
Crew and passengers overpowered a Flydubai co-pilot who allegedly stabbed the captain and tried to crash a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight, forcing a diversion to Saudi Arabia.
Flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking captain on Tel Aviv-bound flight
A Flydubai first officer is accused of attacking his captain with an emergency axe and trying to seize control of a Tel Aviv-bound flight, prompting renewed scrutiny of pilot vetting.