Airlines
Why popular airplanes are getting scrapped years early
Airplanes are getting dismantled for parts years ahead of schedule because engines and other components are in short supply.
Fewer people are flying as airfare soars. Here’s why airlines aren’t worried
Airlines are reporting fewer people flew in the third quarter as airfare surged on fuel costs, but executives say travelers are mostly swallowing higher fares.
American Airlines forecasts bigger loss in 2026 on fuel spike, plans to slow growth next year
It’s the fourth major U.S. carrier to cut its 2026 forecast this month because of a spike in fuel costs.
Southwest Airlines cuts 2026 profit forecast on higher fuel
Southwest Airlines became the third major U.S. airline this month to cut its 2026 profit forecast due to higher fuel prices.
United Airlines slashes 2026 profit outlook on fuel prices, but travelers keep booking despite higher fares
United Airlines cut its profit outlook for the year as fuel prices continued to climb.
JetBlue’s new domestic first class, BlueFirst, is now on sale
JetBlue announced that BlueFirst, its new domestic first class option, is available for booking on more than 30 routes. It launches December 8.
Delta’s business-class revamp: New seats, menus, plates and more Porsches
Delta is upgrading its top-tier Delta One cabin with new suites for its largest A350 plane, starting next year.
Airport attacks put aviation in crosshairs of geopolitical conflicts
Deadly attacks at Riyadh’s main airport are disrupting airlines, closing airspace and raising new security questions for commercial aviation.
Delta delays debut of Saudi Arabia service until March after Riyadh airport attacks
Delta planned to begin the route on Oct. 23, in what would have marked the first nonstop commercial flight between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.
FAA warns U.S. airlines of safety risks over Saudi Arabia after attacks
The FAA warned U.S. airlines about flight risks over Saudi Arabia as Riyadh airport attacks disrupt travel and Delta weighs an Oct. 23 launch.