Dubai Airshow Shopping
It’s been a strange year for Boeing. Lots of good. Lots of bad. Everyone wants 737 Maxes and 787s. But oh, the headaches trying to build them. Two versions of…
Edward Russell
Edward was Skift’s Washington, D.C.-based airlines reporter from 2020-2023. He’s covered the industry from the American-US Airways combo to the depths of the coronavirus pandemic. He enjoys bikes, trains and runs with his dog, Heathrow.
Boeing's Big Week in Dubai
It was a busy week for Airbus and particularly Boeing in Dubai. The airframers racked up more than 350 orders for new aircraft from Emirates, Ethiopian, FlyDubai, and others at…
Norway Challenges Norwegian Air-Widerøe Deal as Airline Mergers Face Heightened Scrutiny
The Norwegian Competition Authority is moving to block Norwegian Air's plan to buy regional airline Widerøe, in the latest sign that European regulators are taking a tougher stance against the…
American Airlines, JetBlue Call for More Sustainable Aviation Fuel Support
American Airlines and JetBlue Airways are calling for more support from government and the energy industry to develop and produce sustainable aviation fuels at scale to meet carbon emission reduction…
Dutch Government Backs Down on Amsterdam Schiphol Cuts, Allows Full Airline Schedules
KLM and other airlines can fly their full schedules at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport next summer after the Dutch government backed down on plans to slash the number of flights there…
The Latest on U.S. Airlines
Two legends of the airline business — Singapore Airlines and Emirates — are both thriving in the post-pandemic aftermath. Though many corporate travelers are still missing, there’s more than enough…
Ryanair and Singapore Airlines Watch the Competition
Ryanair and Singapore Airlines had good summers, and the former will be among the most profitable globally. Both, however, are watching industry schedules closely as they look forward through the…
Fast-Growing Wizz Air Won't Grow Next Year
Wizz Air has burst out of the pandemic with eye popping growth. The discounter, fueled by the arrival of dozens of new Airbus jets, has grabbed share in London and…
Singapore Airlines Doubles Down on Strategic Initiatives as Competitors Recover
Singapore Airlines benefitted from strong travel demand and its rapid recovery from the pandemic this summer. But it is watching industry dynamics closely this winter and doubling down on efforts…
American Cuts 21 Austin Routes as U.S. Airlines Manage Over Supply
American Airlines will pull 21 routes from Austin early next year. The cuts follow the exit of Virgin Atlantic Airways from the airport, which saw dramatic growth in air service…