New: United Airlines Schedules Airbus A321XLR Flights On 2 Domestic Routes From Washington DC
United will debut its premium Airbus A321XLR domestically from Washington before launching transatlantic flights in December.
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For Better Or Worse: How AI Is Impacting The Passenger Experience In America
Do AI-assisted platforms in the airline industry deliver on their promise? A look at how passengers are being impacted by advancements in AI.
FAA Neglects Air Traffic Controller Raises Because “10-Hour Shifts 6 Days A Week” Isn’t Enough
FAA ties delayed pay to efficiency metrics that demand more on position time amid a 3,000 controller shortfall.
“Faster Path”: Frontier Airlines Now Allowing Frequent Flyers To Achieve Elite Status Faster
Frontier Airlines cuts Elite Diamond requirements by 25% while boosting mileage earning and adding First Class upgrades and new 2027 elite benefits.
American Airlines’ New Nonstop Chicago-Tokyo Flights To Commence A Week Earlier Than Planned
Chicago’s transpacific comeback arrives on a 787-9 Dreamliner offering Flagship and premium cabins with JAL ties.
American Airlines Says Aircraft Delivery Delays Stunted Its International Expansion Plans
13 new routes were planned but now only seven are scheduled.
The SR-71 Blackbird's Final Flight Set 4 Speed Records In Just 64 Minutes
A closer look at the final day that the legendary jet streaked through America's skies.
Breeze Airways Just Added 79 New Routes In A Single Year: Here's Where
Onwards and upwards!
Which Airports Are Projected To Be The World's Busiest A Decade From Now?
Atlanta may finally lose its crown as Istanbul, Dubai and Asia’s mega-airports race toward 150 million annual passengers.
American Airlines Launches 12 New Nonstop Routes From The World’s Busiest Airport [Full List]
All but one is domestic, including several places that the airline hasn't previously served. Find out more here!
Simple Flying Podcast Episode 302: Injuries at Skiathos Airport, JetBlue's 2nd BlueHouse Lounge, Starlink Drama
Join Tom & Channing for the latest aviation hot topics.
Southwest Airlines Rushing To Open Its Own Airport Lounges By Summer 2027
Southwest's first lounges could open in 2027 as major Austin and Nashville projects reveal its premium ambitions.
5 Airlines' Economy Seats With The World's Best Recline In 2026
These airlines' economy seats are among the world's best for a variety of reasons.
Delta Air Lines Launches This 13-Hour Nonstop Route Next Week: See Flights Now
The carrier will return to this very popular destination in the first week of September. Find out more here!
American Airlines Is Changing Its 40% Refund Rule For Downgrades After DOT Complaint
The carrier's refunds now use the average fare as a baseline, rather than simply refunding a flat percentage.
Boeing Boosted The 777-9's Range By 715 Nautical Miles - What That Reveals About Aircraft Performance Numbers
Why Boeing and Airbus have both been significantly extending the range for their widebody aircraft and what it really means.
JetBlue Could Get Spirit LaGuardia Slots As Google AI Bid Meets Block
JetBlue wins with the FAA's tentative approval of its slot acquisition. Google loses as a cabin crew union blocks its data acquisition.
Storms Turn 45-Minute British Airways Service Into 2-Hour Flight To Nowhere
Paris CDG was one of the world's most disrupted airports yesterday in terms of delays.
Desperation? Strong Sense Of Entitlement? Women Run Onto Tarmac To 'Catch' Missed Flight
Here’s a fun story for you: Some time in mid-august this video surfaced of two women running to catch their missed flight! It’s clearly an Aeroflot A320 aircraft, with reports indicating that the incident took place at Moscow's Sheremetyevo International Airport.
Why the 777-300ER Became the Ultimate Flagship
In this video, we take a look at how the Boeing 777-300ER became the flagship of many of the world's leading airlines, why its GE90 engines changed long-haul aviation forever, and how it paved the way for the next generation of widebody aircraft.