All articles by Edward Russell – Page 2
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American pushes 737 Max return to September
American Airlines has removed the Boeing 737 Max from schedules through September, as questions over when the jet will return to service continue to swirl.
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ANALYSIS: What makes a focus city for Delta?
Delta Air Lines is unique among the US network carriers in operating "focus cities" separate from its connecting hubs across the country.
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Airline Business
ANALYSIS: Will others follow United's embrace of biofuels?
United Airlines wants to be the commercial aviation leader on sustainability, from expanding the use of biofuels to various onboard initiatives.
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Alaska expands Paine Field network with Palm Springs
Alaska Airlines will connect Paine Field with Palm Springs this November, building on its network from the Seattle-area airport within a year of reopening it to commercial service.
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EgyptAir plans Washington increase as it eyes Chicago
EgyptAir plans to add frequencies on its new service to Washington Dulles in the near future, as part of a larger push into North America.
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Spirit eyes eventual Canada service
Spirit Airlines is considering service to Canada, with chief executive Ted Christie saying its "on the list".
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Alaska to add new Paine Field route
Alaska Airlines plans to add a new route from Paine Field, adjusting its network at the Seattle-area airport less than a year after beginning service.
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Spirit drops Embraer from aircraft campaign
Spirit Airlines is focusing the campaign for its next aircraft order on Airbus and Boeing, ending the consideration of the Embraer E-Jet E2.
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Delta upgrades Boston to hub status on strong growth
Boston Logan International airport is Delta Air Lines newest hub, in a rare growth move by a US network carrier establishing a new connecting complex.
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Hawaiian alleges 'discriminatory' treatment at LAX
Hawaiian Airlines claims that it is being discriminated against at Los Angeles International airport, where its larger competitors are receiving preferential treatment securing precious terminal and gate space.
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American aims to capture more business traffic with hub growth
American Airlines aims to capture additional business travellers in smaller markets as part of its larger effort to boost connectivity over its largest hubs.
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Cathay prepares for new Hong Kong runway with HK Express deal
Cathay Pacific's pending acquisition of Hong Kong Express is just one element of its preparation to take advantage of the growth opportunities afforded by the coming opening of a third runway at its Hong Kong base.
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United to seek compensation for 737 Max grounding
United Airlines will seek some form of compensation from Boeing for the impact of the 737 Max grounding, says chief executive Oscar Munoz.
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Mesa closed $91mn refinancing in March quarter
Mesa Air Group closed a $91.2 million term loan to refinance a spare engine facility during the March quarter.
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American yet to realise US Airways merger benefits: Moody's
American Airlines may have yet to realise the full revenue benefits of its 2013 merger with US Airways, suggests Moody's Investors Service in a new report.
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American seeks to stop alleged slowdown by mechanics
American Airlines claims that the unions representing its mechanics are promoting an illegal work slowdown, adding to the series of operational woes it already faces this year.
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American and Dallas/Fort Worth commit to new 24-gate terminal
American Airlines is committing to further growth at its Dallas/Fort Worth base, inking an agreement with the airport for an up to $3.5 billion new terminal at the hub.
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American prices $750m private placement
American Airlines has priced a $750 million senior unsecured private placement with funds earmarked for its pension obligations.
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American adds Acapulco and Huatulco this winter
American Airlines will add Acapulco and Huatulco in Mexico to its network among 16 route additions this winter.
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PICTURE: Delta A330neo takes maiden sortie
Delta Air Lines first Airbus A330-900 made its maiden flight today, as the carrier prepares to take delivery later this month.