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Alaska Airlines announces largest fleet order in airline’s history

Source: Alaska Airlines Alaska orders 105 737-10 aircraft and 5 787 widebody aircraft – extending the delivery stream through 2035. The order includes an option for 35 additional 737-10 aircraft within the same timeframe. The airline will also welcome its first 787 widebody aircraft in the new Alaska global livery into its fleet, which will be seen operating across Europe and Asia. Alaska Airlines announced today it is ordering 105 new 737-10 aircraft and five new 787 aircraft – exercising all previous 787 options held with Boeing. The airline also secured rights for an additional 35 737-10 aircraft. This order – representing the largest order in the airline's history – secures critical delivery slots and extends the aircraft delivery stream [...]

2026-01-09T19:27:16+02:00January 9th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Joana de Epalza appointed new Chief Financial Officer of Iberia following Gabriel Perdiguero’s appointment as Chief Financial and Transformation Officer of British Airways

Source: Iberia De Epalza joins from Vueling, where she currently serves as Chief Financial and Transformation Officer Perdiguero, Iberia’s Chief Financial and Technology Officer, will move to British Airways after more than a decade at the Spanish airline, where he has held senior roles across Finance, Transformation, Technology and Customer areas The changes will take effect in June 2026 and reflect IAG’s commitment to talent development and internal mobility across the Group Joana de Epalza has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of Iberia, joining from Vueling, where she has held the position of Chief Financial and Transformation Officer since 2023. In this role, she has played a key part in consolidating a double-digit margin for the airline, as well as [...]

2026-01-09T18:49:47+02:00January 9th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines partners with award-winning Pecan Lodge to serve Texas barbecue on select flights from DFW to New York airports

Source: American Airlines Beginning next month, customers aboard select American Airlines flights will be able to enjoy an authentic taste of Texas en route to New York as the airline partners with nationally recognized Pecan Lodge restaurant to serve Texas barbecue on board. Since its founding in 2010, Pecan Lodge has been honored by the likes of the Food Network, New York Times, Travel + Leisure and more for its traditional Central Texas-style barbecue, which will take to the skies for the first time ever through this partnership with American. In February, passengers in First Class on flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) can enjoy an authentic [...]

2026-01-09T18:35:19+02:00January 9th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines maintains AAdvantage status and reward levels for third year in a row

Source: American Airlines For the 2026 program year, status and reward levels will stay the same, making it straightforward for members to achieve or retain status. New Loyalty Point Reward choices offer more personalized travel experiences. Members enjoy even more ways to use their miles, including premium experiences and AAdvantage® gift cards from top retailers, entertainment and more. Free high-speed Wi-Fi sponsored by AT&T begins rolling out this month. As American Airlines celebrates its centennial year, the airline continues to elevate its award-winning AAdvantage® loyalty program. For the third consecutive year, status and reward requirements remain unchanged, giving members a clear and simple path to achieve or maintain status and benefits. “As American Airlines marks 100 years of connecting people [...]

2026-01-08T19:56:46+02:00January 8th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines launches FREE high-speed Wi-Fi, sponsored by AT&T, available on more aircraft than any other carrier in the world

Source: American Airlines American takes connectivity to new heights with free high-speed Wi-Fi on more than 2 million American Airlines flights a year American Airlines is delivering what customers have been asking for: free, high-speed Wi-Fi and on more aircraft than any other carrier in the world. Beginning this month, AAdvantage® members will enjoy free high-speed, satellite-based Wi-Fi¹ across more than 2 million American Airlines flights a year, sponsored by AT&T. “As American celebrates 100 years of delivering industry firsts, including the first loyalty program and first airport lounge, we’re setting the standard for connectivity in the skies,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer. “Free high-speed Wi-Fi isn’t just a perk — it’s essential for today’s travelers. That’s why [...]

2026-01-07T01:24:04+02:00January 7th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Delta CIO Rahul Samant to retire after leading technology transformation

Source: Delta Air Lines Amala Duggirala will join Delta as Chief Digital & Technology Officer, taking responsibility for a combined technology and digital function. Delta CEO Ed Bastian sent the following memo to employees, announcing the retirement of Rahul Samant, E.V.P. and Chief Information Officer, after 10 years of service. He also announced Amala Duggirala will join the airline as its new Chief Digital & Technology Officer. Rahul Samant retirement After a decade leading our technology transformation as E.V.P. and Chief Information Officer, Rahul Samant informed me a few months ago of his plans to retire from Delta, effective March 1. During his years of service, Rahul focused on delivering secure and reliable IT services across the company, fostering a culture of innovation, and [...]

2026-01-07T02:04:20+02:00January 7th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

American’s industry-leading response: More than 8,000 additional seats and more than 50 extra flights added to Eastern Caribbean region

Source: American Airlines Interisland service operated by American’s wholly owned regional carrier Envoy Air lands at SJU Since resuming service in the Eastern Caribbean on Sunday, Jan. 4, American continues to lead the industry’s recovery in the region, adding more seats and flights than any other carrier. To add as much lift as possible — to take care of as many customers as possible — the airline has now added more than 8,000 additional seats since Sunday on more than 50 extra flights — further boosting capacity and expanding access for impacted customers affected by the FAA-mandated airspace closure. “Even before the airspace was reopened early Sunday morning, teams from across American were hard at work to recover our Eastern [...]

2026-01-06T06:23:58+02:00January 6th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada’s 2025 12 Days of Holiday Cheer: A Year of Expanding Global Connections and Elevating the Passenger Experience

Source: Air Canada Over 12 new international destinations launched in 2025, 7 already announced for 2026 New on-board additions such as fast, free Wi-Fi* in North America, complimentary beer and wine for all customers and premium snacks As 2025 has drawn to a close, Air Canada reflects on a year marked by significant achievements and milestones. With gratitude for the loyalty of its customers, the dedicated professionalism of its employees and the support of its partners, Air Canada celebrates its global leadership. This is captured in the airline's 12 Days of Cheer video, which also underscores Air Canada's commitment to building on its successes as it looks ahead to a bright 2026. "As we reflect on last year, we are [...]

2026-01-06T06:18:22+02:00January 6th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Lufthansa turns 100!

Source: Lufthansa Founding of the first “Luft Hansa” on January 6, 1926 Lufthansa celebrates a significant anniversary with customers, fans, and employees under the motto “We are the Journey.” A look at the history of one of the most renowned aviation brands and the future of Europe’s largest airline. First Lufthansa aircraft with special livery enters scheduled service. This year Lufthansa marks a major milestone: on January 6, 1926, 100 years ago, the first “Luft Hansa” was founded, and by April 6 of the same year, it had its maiden flight. This anniversary is not only a reflection on the history of one of aviation’s most iconic brands but also a significant step into the future. It honors the pioneering [...]

2026-01-06T06:32:15+02:00January 6th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

JetBlue Builds on Fort Lauderdale Growth with Year-Round Service to Orlando and Dallas, Additional Flights to New York

Source: JetBlue To celebrate the new route between Orlando and Fort Lauderdale, JetBlue is offering a limited time introductory fare JetBlue has announced it will further strengthen its position as the largest carrier in Fort Lauderdale with the launch of two new year-round nonstop routes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The airline will also add two additional daily flights on its popular route between Fort Lauderdale and New York’s LaGuardia Airport. The twice-daily flights to Orlando will begin on May 21, while daily service to Dallas will launch on March 12 and continue year-round, following its initial announcement as a spring break-only service. “These additions reflect the [...]

2026-01-06T06:24:43+02:00January 6th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|