Meghna Maharishi

Meghna Maharishi is Skift’s Airline Reporter, where she covers everything from loyalty programs to policy-making in Washington, D.C. She previously covered the airline industry at The Points Guy, worked on the investigative desk at CNBC, and did data visualization at CNN Politics. Send tips to Meghna on Signal at mmaharishi.61.

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United Airlines Bets on Offbeat Destinations, Adds Mongolia and Greenland for 2025

In what is probably one of its most unique route announcements, United is adding eight new destinations for next summer, ranging from the capitals of Sicily and Greenland.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Delta Sees Minimal CrowdStrike Impact, Expects Lower Demand Around the Election

Delta has been riding high despite a major summer meltdown. While third-quarter earnings fell slightly below Wall Street expectations, it’s expecting more growth in the fourth quarter. Election Day may cause a brief dip in travel demand.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

An overview of Tampa International Airport

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Airlines Say They Capped Fares During Hurricane Milton as Price Gouging Claims Go Viral

Nearly all flights out of Orlando, Tampa and Sarasota were canceled as airports in the area closed due to Hurricane Milton.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Airlines Add Last-Minute Flights as Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida

As Florida officials urge residents to evacuate, airlines added several last-minute flights out of Tampa, Sarasota, and Orlando.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Uber to Offer $18 Rides to LaGuardia — For You and 13 Others

Uber is offering a shuttle service with significantly cheaper fares to LaGuardia, but these rides will take place in 14-passenger vans and are only available from three locations in midtown Manhattan.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Airports and Airlines Brace for Hurricane Milton

Major Florida airports are planning to suspend operations due to Hurricane Milton as the region continues to recover from Hurricane Helene.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Spirit Airlines in Talks With Bondholders Over Potential Bankruptcy Filing: WSJ

Just months ago, Spirit CEO Ted Christie said the budget carrier was not considering a chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Delta Inks Codeshare With Saudia, Expanding Partnerships in Saudi Arabia

Through the codeshare, Delta has decided to closely align itself with Saudi Arabia. Its competitors — American and United — already have agreements with Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

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Qatar Airways Seeks to Take 25% Stake in Virgin Australia

Qatar’s stake in Virgin Australia could revive international flying for the carrier and increase competition in the Australian market.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

A selection of Southwest airplane tails in Pittsburgh

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Southwest Leadership Makes Its Case With New Products, Capacity Cuts

As Elliott continues to press its case for new leadership at Southwest, the carrier unveiled a slate of changes ranging from assigned seats to airline partnerships at its investor day on Thursday.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago