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American Airlines' planes at New York JFK. The airline's aggressive approach to NDC strategy will likely carry on into 2024.

The year ahead for ... airlinesTopping the agenda: Mergers, strengthening balance sheets and whether AA will continue to push the distribution envelope.

A merger would be a lifeline for Hawaiian Airlines, which has continued to bleed money in the post-Covid era due to factors largely beyond its control.

Hawaiian-Alaska: Airlines will benefit, but can they get the OK to combine?One investment analyst is bullish, giving the deal an 80% chance for approval. Meanwhile, an antitrust expert raises concerns.

Justice Department lawyer Edward Duffy said if JetBlue absorbs Spirit, it would cut the ultralow-cost carrier share of the market by half, raising fares 30%.

Closing arguments made in JetBlue-Spirit antitrust trialJetBlue lawyer Ryan Shores said JetBlue needs Spirit to be a "viable challenger" to the four airlines that control most of the...

Global Airlines was founded by James Asquith, 34.

A new airline's bold launch plan: Fly only A380sThe double-decker jumbo jet will be a differentiator for Global Airlines, says CEO James Asquith.

A candy-striped Condor Airlines jet.

Alaska Airlines relishes its Condor connection in EuropeAlaska likes Condor's U.S. growth and its improved cabin products.

Some airlines have begun dabbling with personalized offers, though not on a widespread basis.

Airlines see great opportunity in shopping personalizationThe goal is to give customers an experience similar to online retailers, which track purchase histories and use that...

The main sitting room at the new Denver Admirals Club.

American Airlines' new-look lounges offer luxury and local flavorAmerican has sought to create a relaxing atmosphere through the use of natural materials, soft color palettes and softer...

In the fight for frequent flyers, Delta pulls back SkyMiles changes, and rivals step in

In the fight for frequent flyers, Delta pulls back SkyMiles changes, and rivals step inAlaska Airlines and JetBlue have been the most blunt about their efforts to poach disaffected Delta elites.

CEO Scott Kirby said United aims to provide a cost-competitive basic economy product that is better than what budget airlines offer.

United says basic economy sales are soaringUnited reported that third-quarter revenue from basic economy sales rose 50% year over year, and the airline anticipates...

Delta will go forward with its plan to eliminate flying as a metric for obtaining status and instead base Medallion accrual solely on spending.

Delta dials back some changes to loyalty program and lounge accessResponding to a backlash from elite customers, Delta has made changes to its SkyMiles program less extreme.

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