
Air Travel Faces Delays Amid ATC Staff Shortage
A major airline CEO warns travelers to book backup tickets as the FAA cuts 10% of flights at 40 major US airports due to an air traffic controller shortage during the government shutdown.
62 articles tagged

A major airline CEO warns travelers to book backup tickets as the FAA cuts 10% of flights at 40 major US airports due to an air traffic controller shortage during the government shutdown.

Southwest Airlines is considering its first-ever luxury airport lounge at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Hawaii, following approval from the state's Department of Transportation.

Cathay Pacific Airways will buy back the 9.57% stake held by Qatar Airways for HK$6.97 billion ($896 million), causing its stock to jump 5.4%.

Two American Airlines flight attendants were fired for failing to pay union dues, part of APFA's effort to recover $1.2 million in arrears. Mandatory union membership is a condition of employment.

Emirates is deeply frustrated by Boeing's latest 777X delivery delay, pushing initial aircraft arrivals to 2027, impacting fleet renewal plans.

All Nippon Airways (ANA) will discontinue its low-cost brand AirJapan by March 2026, consolidating operations under ANA and Peach Aviation due to intense market competition and a challenging global av

A former United Airlines flight attendant is suing the airline, alleging negligence and a hostile work environment after a pilot, her ex-boyfriend, distributed revenge porn. The pilot pleaded guilty t

JetBlue is likely to be acquired rather than face bankruptcy, according to analysts, as the U.S. airline industry shifts towards larger, loyalty-driven carriers.

JetBlue Airways plans to introduce domestic first-class seats by 2026, featuring more legroom and deeper recline, aiming to boost revenue in the growing premium travel market.

Alaska Airlines faces an estimated $26 million loss from a recent IT outage that grounded its fleet for eight hours and canceled 400 flights. This marks the second major system failure this year, prom

American Airlines is implementing a major overhaul to improve customer experience and financial performance, investing in premium cabins, digital tools, and operational reliability.

Emirates is upgrading its Airbus A380 fleet with new premium economy cabins and enhanced interiors, defying industry trends. This strategy addresses delays in Boeing 777X deliveries, with plans to fly