Three Things We Learned from Air France-KLM’s 2023 Results
A mixed set of results from Air France-KLM shows that even during the post-pandemic boom, profitability cannot be taken for granted.
Gordon Smith is Airlines Editor at Skift and Editor at Airline Weekly. He’s covered the industry for more than 15 years across television, print, and digital platforms. Since joining Skift in January 2024, he has interviewed more than 20 airline CEOs, often helping make headlines along the way. Send stories/tips via Signal: smithgme.01
IAG Profits Soar as Leisure Travel Boosts Bottom Line
IAG says the healthy numbers show robust and sustained demand for air travel - a trend it sees continuing into 2024.
A Huge New Terminal 6 is Coming to JFK: Here’s a Sneak Peek Inside
The $4.2 billion Terminal 6 is due to open in 2026. Lufthansa Group and JetBlue will operate from the new complex.
Why Norse Atlantic Will Be Flying To Nigeria This Summer
Flying from London to Lagos on behalf of Air Peace will allow the Norwegian airline to utilize some of its surplus planes.
Ryanair CEO Warns of Fare Hikes Due to Lack of Planes
The comments from Michael O'Leary are likely to add pressure on Boeing ahead of the peak summer season.
Can China’s New Plane Compete With Airbus and Boeing?
China's state-owned plane maker is presenting the COMAC C919 on the international stage with high hopes of stealing market share from Airbus and Boeing.
This All-Luxury Airline is Expanding Fast: Should the Big Carriers be Worried?
If the business plan is to be believed, Beond Airlines could be a major threat to traditional operators before the end of the decade.
This Little-Known Korean Airline Is About to Shake Up European Travel
T'way Air is about to make the leap from regional low-cost player into a true transcontinental airline. History tells us that it may find this challenging.
First Deliveries of New Airbus A321XLR Plane Delayed Again
Developing new aircraft is rarely easy, but this fresh delay to the company’s flagship narrowbody jet program will come as a disappointment to Airbus and its customers.
World’s Biggest American Express Centurion Lounge Opens Today: Here’s A Look Inside
With outdoor terraces and a debut concept whiskey bar, the new Atlanta facility is American Express' most impressive airport lounge yet.