Worst Airline Ever

This section began merely a month into the blog's existence when Alitalia won the award. It became a regular series as Alitalia continued to dig itself into a deeper and deeper hole over the years.

On occasion, other airlines have contended for this award. Aerolineas Argentinas, Air India, and Mexicana have all made a run in the past, but it keeps coming back to Alitalia. This is just a way to document the mess. And maybe some day, another airline will claim the crown for good.

Delta, easyJet, and the Italian Government Show Interest in the Worst Airline Ever

Nov 6, 2018 | 19 Comments

It’s been well over a year since Etihad pulled the plug on its failed Alitalia experiment. That left Alitalia — … Read More

3 Links I Love: Alitalia Rescue Plan #85,083, United Takes on Cheaters, Air India Hits Wall and Keeps Flying

Oct 19, 2018 | 53 Comments

This week’s featured link: Alitalia relaunch to include Italian state ownership – USA TodayThis is excellent news for all admirers of … Read More

(Even More) Storm Clouds on the Horizon for Alitalia

May 3, 2018 | 11 Comments

You’ve probably been wondering when there would be a new post on Alitalia. After all, the airline was supposed to … Read More

The Vultures Are Circling Alitalia as It Looks for a Savior

Jun 8, 2017 | 39 Comments

The worst airline ever, Alitalia, has had a busy few months. After continuing to bleed money thanks to Etihad’s failed … Read More

Ringing In the New Year In the Best Way: An Alitalia Restructuring

Jan 2, 2017 | 17 Comments

Happy New Year, everyone! It’s that time of year where people try to change for the better. We make resolutions, … Read More