Airlines are saying that AI is becoming an edge in running day-to-day operations — and a new source of risk that could quickly erode trust if it goes wrong.
The initial 10-day shutdown of a U.S. commercial airport for unspecified “special security reasons” was highly unusual. The Trump administration has said the closure was necessary because a cartel drone breached U.S. airspace.
American Airlines once pitched a patient turnaround under Robert Isom. Now, with unions escalating pressure and results lagging rivals, the CEO is on the defensive.
Data shows that summer bookings between the U.S. and Europe are on the decline so far. The decline could be a result of political tensions and changing preferences among U.S. consumers.
Delta was first to recognize that premium demand would become the industry’s profit engine. But United has been aggressive at expanding premium capacity — and is closing the gap quickly.
As Delta executives remain cautiously optimistic about 2026, they're revealing more details about one it's most lucrative businesses: maintenance, repair, and overhaul. Delta expects revenues from the unit to eventually top $3 billion.