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India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Regional air connectivity is a major focus for the India government. Amid this, the commencement of operations by Fly91 highlights the vibrant aviation landscape in the country.

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

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United CEO Attempts to Reassure Customers After Spate of Safety Incidents

After a string of recent incidents on Boeing jets, United CEO Scott Kirby said the carrier is committed to putting “safety first” in a memo to customers. 

United CEO Attempts to Reassure Customers After Spate of Safety Incidents

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Play Airlines Shake-Up Sees Largest Shareholder Become New CEO

The Icelandic airline's biggest shareholder has secured his place in the captain's seat, but will the direction of travel change?

Play Airlines Shake-Up Sees Largest Shareholder Become New CEO

Airline Weekly

Lufthansa’s Lufthansa Problem

The Lufthansa Group is trying to field a championship football/soccer team. But the team captain isn’t playing well. Its name is Lufthansa. What’s wrong with the German airline, and can it get itself on a more profitable path?

Lufthansa’s Lufthansa Problem

Airline Weekly

The Lufthansa Problem

In this week's Airline Weekly Lounge podcast, Gordon Smith and Jay Shabat discuss the latest developments from the Lufthansa Group and explain why the German flag carrier is trailing competitors.

The Lufthansa Problem

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Qatar Airways U-Turns on First Class, New Cabin Coming Soon CEO Says

The new CEO of Qatar Airways is shaking up the carrier's premium strategy with a major change in policy.

Qatar Airways U-Turns on First Class,  New Cabin Coming Soon CEO Says

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No Hot Food in Economy on JetBlue’s New Dublin Routes: Here’s Why

The prospect of an eight hour transatlantic flight without a hot meal may not receive a warm reception from everyone.

No Hot Food in Economy on JetBlue’s New Dublin Routes: Here’s Why

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London for Spring Break? International Destinations Grow in Popularity — Especially For Younger Travelers

While destinations in Florida, Mexico and the Caribbean are still the top choice for many spring breakers, cities in Europe are also becoming popular options.

London for Spring Break? International Destinations Grow in Popularity — Especially For Younger Travelers

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Delta Confirms JFK to Israel Route Will Return – But With A Delay

Delta's decision will soon leave American Airlines as the only U.S. carrier not to have returned to the Israeli market.

Delta Confirms JFK to Israel Route Will Return – But With A Delay

Airlines

The Challenge With the Long-Haul, Low-Cost Business Model

The long-haul, low-cost business model has proved to be a challenge for airline executives. But with changes in travel preferences and advancements in aircraft technology, could we finally see a breakthrough?

The Challenge With the Long-Haul, Low-Cost Business Model