Airlines

American Airlines has recently introduced a commission program aimed at promoting bookings through New Distribution Capability (NDC). The program offers a 10% commission for NDC-enabled bookings of American’s Main Plus, Main Select, and Flagship Business Plus bundles. This initiative is a departure from their previous strategy of penalizing travel agencies for not using NDC-enabled channels.

Air Canada is set to revolutionize the air travel industry by integrating NDC content within Sabre, one of the leading Global Distribution Systems (GDS). This strategic move aims to enhance the booking experience for travelers and travel agencies alike. The airline has already successfully implemented an NDC strategy that incentivizes NDC bookings while imposing surcharges

Fiji Airways has officially announced its transition from a member of the Oneworld Connect affiliate program to a full member of the prestigious Oneworld alliance. This South Pacific airline, with an extensive route network covering 26 destinations across 15 countries and territories, has set its sights on achieving full membership as part of its strategic

The summer of 2023 is anticipated to be one for the books in terms of air travel. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is preparing for record-breaking numbers of passengers passing through airports in a single day. The peak travel day for this year’s Fourth of July holiday period, June 28, is expected to see over

Delta Airlines has recently unveiled its latest addition to the Delta lounge experience with the opening of the Delta One Lounge at New York’s JFK International Airport. This premium lounge, located between Concourses A and B in Terminal 4, sets a new standard for luxury travel with its expansive 39,000-square-foot space. The Delta One Lounge

Recently, a mechanic working for a Boeing subcontractor came forward with some alarming allegations regarding the repair work being done on Boeing planes at a factory near Seattle. The mechanic, Richard Cuevas, claims that he was terminated from his job after voicing his concerns about what he perceived as substandard manufacturing and maintenance processes on

Receiving a large airline debit memo can be a frustrating experience for travel agencies, as getting a meaningful response from the carrier can be challenging. It is a common problem that smaller agencies face, as airlines often provide generic denials without thoroughly examining the situation. This lack of attention to detail can make resolving the

Lufthansa Group recently announced that they will be implementing an “environmental cost surcharge” for flights, ranging up to 72 euros per flight. This decision comes as a response to the increasing costs associated with meeting new green regulatory rules for airlines. The surcharge will be applicable to all tickets issued from June 26 onwards, with

The recent industrial action taken by Aer Lingus pilots has led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights and has caused chaos for tens of thousands of travelers. The pilots imposed a “work to rule” action, which includes refusing to work overtime, accept changes in set rosters, or take out-of-hours management requests. This has significantly

Qatar Airways has once again claimed the title of the world’s best airline at the prestigious Skytrax’s 2024 World Airline Awards. This marks the eighth time that Qatar Airways has been honored with this title in the 25-year history of the awards. Not only did Qatar Airways take home the title of the world’s best

American Airlines’ recent shift in their New Distribution Capability (NDC) strategy mirrors that of their competitor, United Airlines. The adjustment in approach towards travel agencies is now more lenient, hoping to regain market share lost during previous efforts. The decision to revert back to traditional systems and only withholding basic economy fares aligns American with

Air France has unveiled its latest addition to its collection of luxurious airport lounges in the United States, this time at the Los Angeles International Airport. Spanning an impressive 12,000 square feet, this new facility will provide travelers with a tranquil haven before their flights. Located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, the Air France

Recently, American Airlines faced a controversy involving the removal of several Black passengers from a flight in Phoenix allegedly due to a complaint about body odor. This incident led to the airline putting an unspecified number of employees on leave. American CEO Robert Isom expressed his disappointment in a note to staff, stating that the

The FAA is set to enforce new safety regulations that will require public air charters to adhere to the same safety standards as large commercial airlines. Additionally, a new regulatory framework will be explored for operators of scheduled flights using aircraft with 10 to 30 seats. Impact on Air Charter Operators The proposed changes will

In 2023, airlines worldwide saw an improvement in their baggage handling performance according to a report by aviation technology company SITA. The report, titled Baggage IT Insights Report, revealed that airlines mishandled 6.9 bags per 1,000 passengers, which was a 9.2% decrease from the previous year. This improvement is notable considering that passenger traffic increased

The U.S. Department of Transportation recently imposed a hefty fine of $1.8 million on Emirates Airline for breaching airspace regulations during flights that were codeshared with JetBlue. The undisclosed number of flights in question occurred between December 2021 and August 2022. According to the department, these flights were conducted in prohibited airspace over Baghdad, contravening

When Elliott Management acquired an 11% position in Southwest earlier this week, the activist investor placed the airline’s management in the crosshairs. With a history of forcing management changes at companies it targets, Elliott acquired $1.9 billion in Southwest stock as of June 10. The call for the dismissal of CEO Bob Jordan and chairman

Turkish Airlines has set its sights on future expansion in the United States, with Minneapolis, Charlotte, Philadelphia, and Orlando identified as potential new destinations. The chairman of the carrier, Ahmet Bolat, expressed confidence in the airline’s growth, with plans to increase the number of U.S. destinations from the current 14 to 20. While specific timelines