All articles by Edward Russell – Page 3
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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.
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ANALYSIS: Has Baltimore/Washington's international push paid off?
Baltimore/Washington International airport has invested millions in expanding its capabilities to handle passengers from around the globe, expanding its international arrivals facilities twice in the past four years.
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American opens new gates at Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines begins operations from 15 new gates at Dallas/Fort Worth International airport today, as part of a push to add capacity at one of its most profitable hubs.
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Alitalia to be 'associate' of new Delta-Air France venture
Alitalia is in talks to become an associate member of the new transatlantic joint venture being forged by Delta Air Lines and Air France-KLM.
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American A321neo deliveries slide on Airbus delays
American Airlines faces another fleet-related setback to its growth plans this year, as delays at Airbus push the delivery of five A321neos into 2020.
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PICTURE: United unveils blue take on globe livery
United Airlines has unveiled an updated version of its globe livery, the latest in a larger transformation of its product and services.
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US gives nod for United's new South Africa flight
United Airlines has received approval begin Cape Town flights this December, reconnecting the South African city to the USA for the first time in more than a decade.
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United planned up to 110 737 Max flights by end-2019
United Airlines planned to operate up to 110 flights with the Boeing 737 Max by the end of year, more than double the number it flew when the type was grounded in March.
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Washington National set to open first piece of $1bn expansion
American Airlines will begin using the first piece of what will become a new regional concourse at Ronald Reagan Washington National airport later this month.
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ANALYSIS: What guides US carriers' widebody premium decisions?
There is a premium revolution underway at the US network carriers. Business class seats are becoming more spacious and private, while premium economy cabin installations are moving forward rapidly with widebody fleets due for outfitting in two years.