Robert Silk

Airlines are increasingly adopting stopover programs to attract international flyers, allowing passengers to explore destinations en route for extended periods.

Avelo Airlines will begin commercial service at McKinney National Airport on Nov. 11, establishing it as their fifth base with routes to Florida and Las Vegas.

The FAA is initiating a regulatory process to permit commercial and private supersonic flights over land, replacing the 1973 ban with new noise limits, due to technological advancements in quieter supersonic flight.

American Airlines will start daily flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Tokyo's Narita Airport on March 27, 2027, using a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, in partnership with Japan Airlines.

The 3,700-square-foot Provisions by Admirals Club, to be located at New York JFK Airport, is American's second such lounge.

EasyJet agreed to sell a majority stake to Castlelake for $7 billion, pending regulatory approval, with a deadline of Aug. 3. Castlelake has airline financing experience and deals with SAS and Air France/KLM.

Southwest has partnered with South Korean carrier Air Premia, allowing passengers single-ticket travel to more than 120 Southwest destinations from Air Premia flights between Seoul and select U.S. cities.

JetBlue has launched seven new routes from Fort Lauderdale, taking over routes previously served by Spirit Airlines, and plans further expansion with additional routes this fall.

Delta's Q2 earnings report showed strong demand, and the airline exceeded revenue expectations despite fuel cost challenges.

The FAA is implementing AI-supported solutions to improve U.S. air traffic management, potentially reducing flight delays by 2028. Critics are skeptical about the timeline while airlines show cautious support.