NEWSJan 27, 2026Southwest’s New Era Begins: Assigned Seating Now in EffectEvery Southwest Airlines flight taking off across the globe will utilise assigned seating, marking the most significant operational shift in the carrier’s history. The move, first announced in 2024, aims to modernise the airline’s image and capture a larger "share of wallet" from travellers who previously shunned the carrier due to the uncertainty of its boarding process.Read More →
NEWSJan 27, 2026American Airlines Doubles Down on Premium Offerings to Offset Stormy 2026 OutlookAmerican Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) unveiled a complex financial tapestry today, January 27, 2026, reporting a staggering record for top-line growth that stands in stark contrast to its vulnerable bottom line. Read More →
NEWSDec 22, 2025Mexican Medical Plane Crashes in Galveston Bay During Rescue MissionSearch and rescue operations are continuing into the evening in West Galveston Bay following the crash of a Mexican military medical flight. The Beech King Air 350, which was carrying eight people (two pilots and six passengers), went down around 3:15 p.m. on Monday as it approached Scholes International Airport. Read More →
ROUTESDec 18, 2025American Airlines Unveils 15 New Routes for 2026 ExpansionIn a major strategic move to dominate regional connectivity, American Airlines (AA) has officially unveiled its 2026 flight schedule. The carrier is set to launch 15 new domestic routes starting in the spring and summer of 2026.Read More →
NEWSMar 08, 2024United Airlines Plane Veers Off Runway upon Landing in HoustonUnited Airlines has suffered the fourth major technical incident in one week when on March 8, a United 737 MAX 8 has suffered a landing gear failure and runway excursion on landing in Houston (IAH). No passengers or crew were injured in the incident. Read More →
NEWSMar 07, 2024Engine Burst Into Flames on United Airlines Flight Shortly After Takeoff From HoustonOn March 4, a United Airlines Boeing 737-900 was forced to make an emergency landing shortly after its takeoff from Houston-Intercontinental (IAH) due to the left engine bursting into flames. A passenger videotaped the incident, showcasing the bright sparks it shot out near the windows.Read More →
ROUTESFeb 27, 2024Delta Air Lines Adds Flights From Austin and Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit for Total Solar EclipseDelta Air Lines will offer special flights for astronomy enthusiasts interested in seeing the total solar eclipse on April 8. Delta will offer two flights that will follow the path of totality, traced on the Earth's surface by the moon's shadow. The flights will go from Austin (AUS) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to the airline's Detroit (DTW) hub on April 8.Read More →
NEWSFeb 25, 2024Southwest Airlines Transfers Lone Star One Livery to Boeing 737-800Southwest Airlines is keeping the "Lone Star One" representing its home state, Texas. The low-cost carrier has transferred its livery - the set of symbols, insignia colors, and identifiers that aircraft are painted or vinyl coated with - from older Boeing 737-700s to bigger and younger 737-800 aircraft. Southwest has transferred six liveries showcasing the state where it initiated its first flight in 1971.Read More →
NEWSFeb 06, 2024Alaska Airlines Eliminates San Jose-Austin Route: Why Are Airlines Removing Flights to Austin?Alaska Airlines has recently announced the removal of its nonstop route between Austin (AUS) and San Jose (SJC), marking the second route cut by the airline in about a month. This decision is part of Alaska's ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving travel patterns and market conditions. The move to end flights to San Jose reflects a broader trend of airlines adjusting their route networks in response to changes in demand and operational priorities.Read More →
NEWSFeb 05, 2024Houston-Bound Lufthansa Airbus A330 Flight Returns to Frankfurt After Engine FailureOn January 31, a Lufthansa Airbus A330-300, operating on flight LH440 from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), experienced an engine malfunction. After being airborne for only two hours, the aircraft was forced to return to Frankfurt. Read More →
