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The airline made no major strategic shifts that it wasn't likely to have implemented had Elliott not become involved.

Slightly new Southwest emerges from Elliott fightElliott Investment Management was able to force a substantial reshaping of the airline's board, but that seems to be the extent...

Appleton Airport in Wisconsin has gotten two additional American Eagle routes this year.

After a pilot shortage eases, regional flying reboundsMany small and medium-size communities in the U.S. are seeing boosts in air service with regional flight operators gradually...

United passengers flying basic economy don't get to choose their seat and aren't allowed to stow a carry-on bag in the overhead bin.

United calls its surge in basic economy sales a 'home run'Chief commercial officer Andrew Nocella called United's basic economy product "good for United, profitable for United and bad...

Since late May, American has increased its account manager headcount by 20% and added 79 sales-support staff.

American rebuilds sales staff, trying to win back agencies and corporatesThe airline is working to strengthen its standing with the trade, re-establishing its corporate sales division.

Southwest plans to provide extra legroom for approximately 30% of its seats.

Southwest Airlines leadership details strategy to boost profitsThe airline says its plan will produce $4 billion in incremental revenue. But will current management survive to implement it?

Digital health passports: Covid-era relic or critical tool for next crisis?

Digital health passports: Covid-era relic or critical tool for next crisis?The latest outbreak of mpox in central Africa is serving as a reminder of the disruptive potential of public health crises.

Hawaiian Airlines has not turned a profit since before the pandemic.

With Alaska's acquisition complete, Hawaiian Airlines' outlook brightensAlaska and Hawaiian are now sister airlines flying as part of Alaska Air Group. And for Hawaiian Airlines, that means a...

Arajet CEO Victor Pacheco said the airline hopes to launch routes to Miami, the New York area and San Juan from Santo Domingo and Punta Cana.

Dominican airline Arajet sees opening into U.S. marketCEO Victor Pacheco is optimistic that a recently negotiated Open Skies treaty will ease the process for Arajet to begin flying...

The DOT's probe into airline rewards: Necessary move or overreach?

The DOT's probe into airline rewards: Necessary move or overreach?Critics say it's regulatory overreach, but consumer groups are applauding the investigation.

Tweed New Haven Airport has just three gates to go along with two ground boarding positions.

Are Avelo and Breeze Airways in a New Haven turf war?The small Connecticut airport is Avelo's primary base on the East Coast, but the airline will soon have company there, with...