Canadian airline WestJet is making headlines with its recent announcement to retrofit parts of its fleet, introducing a new cabin layout that includes a no-recline economy section and upgraded first-class seating. This initiative aims to provide budget-conscious travelers with more affordable fare options, but it comes with the trade-off of limited reclining capabilities for economy…
Allegiant Air is experiencing significant growth in its home base of Las Vegas, as some of its major competitors scale back operations in the city. At Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), Allegiant’s seat capacity remains steady year-over-year for the fourth quarter, while rival airlines like Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines have seen reductions of 13%…
Spirit Airlines is set to discontinue service to 11 cities starting in October as part of a significant overhaul of its route map following its recent bankruptcy filing. This move reflects the airline’s efforts to streamline operations and focus on key markets. The airline, based in Dania Beach, Florida, confirmed that the service cuts will…
American Airlines’ CEO, Robert Isom, recently expressed strong disapproval of competitors utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) for airfare pricing. During a call discussing the airline’s second-quarter earnings, Isom stated, “I don’t think it’s appropriate,” in a pointed critique aimed primarily at Delta Air Lines. Earlier this month, Delta announced its partnership with tech firm Fetcherr to…
Avelo Airlines has announced it will cease operations on the West Coast, exiting ten cities by December due to ongoing financial challenges. The airline’s CEO, Andrew Levy, communicated this decision to staff and customers, citing the “current operating environment” as a significant factor in the company’s strategic shift. Effective August 12, Avelo will begin to…