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Why the Judge Ruled Against American and JetBlue’s Northeast Alliance
On the surface, it looked like American and JetBlue had a strong case to continue their partnership, but in a 94-page ruling released Friday, Judge Leo Sorokin painted a picture of ineptitude. He cited the airlines for contradicting themselves multiple…
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Spirit Focuses on Its Schedule to Improve Operations
Spirit did not have a good summer in 2021. For years, this wouldn’t have been a big deal. After all, the airline prided itself on only caring about offering low fares. A terrible operation was just part of the package.…
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Airline Plans for Summer in New York City Crystalize at a Higher Level Than You Might Expect
We are now one month removed from the Federal Aviation Administration’s announcement that it would beg airlines to reduce flying in the New York City area this summer to help relieve congestion. Most airlines have made adjustments, but the results…
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The New Saudi Mega-Airline Will be Wildly Successful… as Long as the Saudis Want it to Be
Remember the crazy old days when there seemed to be no limit to Middle East carrier growth possibilities? It was completely insane. I mean, come on… Etihad effectively took over Alitalia and there’s nothing more insane than that. This madness…
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JetSMART Looks to Expand By Snatching Viva Away From Avianca
Chile-based JetSMART has talked a good game for awhile now. It has wanted to grow throughout South America, and it has effectively promised as much to its US partner, American. It has used a mix of internal and external growth…
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How the American and Mesa Relationship Reached Its Rocky Conclusion
The smart bet would have been on American and Mesa terminating their relationship multiple times over the past several years, but time and time again, the pact endured. That streak ended last weekend when it was revealed that Mesa will…
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Breaking Down The 9,999 Airline Flight Numbers
It’s apparently a week of breakdowns, but I mean that in only the best way. Today, I’ve decided to delve into the world of airline flight numbers. Every airline can have up to 9,999 of them, and they use them…
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Delta’s Slot Squatting in New York Reaches New Heights
With the industry’s eyes closely watching the end of the trial where the Department of Justice is suing to stop the Northeast Alliance between American and JetBlue, something far more anti-competitive is actually happening in New York. Delta — still…
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Hawaiian and Mokulele Realize At Long Last That They’re Better Working Together
The interisland market in Hawai’i is one that has seen years of shifting alliances, remarkable drama, and rarely… calm. But one thing that has stood the test of time is that it nearly always settles into a duopoly. With Hawaiian…
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United Accepts Reality, Partners with Emirates, and Leaves Delta As Last Man Standing
It had been known for weeks, but last Wednesday, United and Emirates officially announced that they would become partners. This is a smart move, and it’s one that will benefit both sides. The only losers are likely Delta and to…
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Thank You for Another Successful Cranky Dorkfest
I want to thank everyone who came out to LAX yesterday for what was officially the 11th Cranky Dorkfest at LAX. A lot of you asked me when it started, and I couldn’t remember. But now I’ve looked it up…
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United Says JFK Can Handle More Flights. Can It?
Not long ago, United was busy arguing that there were too many flights scheduled at Newark and flights needed to be cut back. Now, it is preparing to make the exact opposite argument on the other side of the Hudson.…