Lori Ranson

RIO DE JANEIRO—Fresh from placing an order with Boeing for 40 additional 737 MAX narrowbodies, Copa Airlines is evaluating the specific composition of that orderbook ahead of deliveries beginning in 2030, including the 737-10.

RIO DE JANEIRO—Despite spurring a frenzy about M&A a few weeks ago, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby doesn't see a rush for consolidation in the US but still believes in the virtues of a merger with American Airlines.

RIO DE JANEIRO—As Southwest Airlines awaits delivery of its first 737-7, the mission profile of the aircraft for the carrier has not changed, but the number of -7s in its fleet could differ from initial expectations.

RIO DE JANEIRO—As certification nears for the Boeing 737-10, Canada's WestJet believes there's a good chance Boeing will deliver the first aircraft to the Calgary-based airline by year-end.

At the start of the International Air Transport Association 's Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, LATAM Airlines CEO Roberto Alvo reminded

Airline leaders from around the world converged on Rio last weekend for the IATA AGM at a time when the fallout from the Iran war is hitting the industry hard.

Alaska Airlines has promoted company veteran and current CFO Shane Tackett to President.

LATAM is preparing for its Premium Comfort cabin rollout and Airbus A321XLR deliveries as corporate demand remains steady despite geopolitical tensions.