Weekly Recap: December 13, 2026
Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending December 13, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap.
Hawaiian Airlines is Joining the OneWorld Alliance on April 22, 2026
Hawaiian Airlines will officially become a full member of the OneWorld alliance on April 22, 2026.
Is the End Near for Spirit? Reports Suggest it May Not Survive the Weekend
Spirit Airlines is at risk of collapse if it doesn't meet a December 13, 2025 funding deadline as part of its bankruptcy proceedings.
Southwest Airlines Announces Major Austin Expansion, Adds Crew Base
Southwest Airlines is making a major investment in Austin with the opening of a new crew base that will employ up to 2,000 people.
Passenger Injured After Getting Stuck in Baggage Equipment at Washington Airport
A person was injured and needed to be removed by emergency crews after getting stuck in baggage equipment at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Aer Lingus is Launching Flights Between Dublin and Pittsburgh
Aer Lingus is continuing to expand its U.S. route map with the announcement of new service to Pittsburgh.…
Royal Air Maroc Status Match: Earn up to OneWorld Emerald
Royal Air Maroc is offering a paid status match for its Safar Flyer loyalty program, offering the chance to earn OneWorld Emerald status.
Bunkhouse Hotels Opens Its Second Property in Houston, Hotel Daphne
Bunkhouse Hotels, which is part of World of Hyatt, has just opened its second property in Houston; Hotel Daphne.
JetBlue is Opening its First Lounge, BlueHouse, at New York-JFK
JetBlue is opening its first ever lounge, BlueHouse, at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on December 18, 2025.
Lufthansa Group Unveils New Corporate Identity
The Lufthansa Group has unveiled a new corporate identity which, thankfully, retained the carrier's iconic crane logo.