EU Approves Lufthansa Group Purchase of ITA Airways
The European Union has approved Lufthansa Group's purchase of Italian flag carrier ITA Airways with the deal expected to close in Q4 2024.
Spirit Planning to Furlough Over 200 Pilots
In a memo to members, the Spirit chapter of the Air Line Pilots Association is reporting that the airline is planning to furlough pilots.
Blade and Marriott Luxury Group Partner to Make Airport Transfers Easy in NYC this Summer
Blade has partnered with the Luxury Group by Marriott International to offer airport transfers to select guests this summer.
Alaska Adds Two New Routes to Mexico from Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines is adding flights from Los Angeles to La Paz and Monterrey in Mexico as they bolster their international route network.
American Airlines Commits to Conditional Purchase of 100 Hydrogen Engines
American Airlines has announced a conditional purchase agreement for 100 hydrogen-electric engines from ZeroAvia to power regional jets.
Four More Airlines Join TSA PreCheck
Four more airlines, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, Ethiopian Airlines and Saudia, have joined TSA PreCheck effective immediately.
June 2024 Monthly Recap
It was a slower month than usual on the travel front but there was plenty of news to cover as part of the June 2024 Monthly Recap.
Sheraton Opens its 100th Hotel in Greater China
Sheraton has hit a major milestone in Greater China with the opening of its 100th hotel in the country, Sheraton Lanzhou Anning.
Boeing Acquiring Spirit AeroSystems
Boeing announced today that they are acquiring major component supplier Spirit AeroSystems in an all stock deal.
WestJet Cancels More Than 150 Flights Due to AMFA Strike
WestJet has been forced to cancel more than 150 flights due to a strike by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA).