Category: Airlines
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Passengers rejoice. American Airlines is bringing its new premium-heavy Boeing 787-9 twinjets — with 51 new Flagship Suite lie-flat seats in business class and a 32-seat Premium Economy section — to new long-haul routes. The aircraft type is internally designated by American as 787-9P with the P standing for “Premium”. After an initial domestic preview... The post American Airlines brings 787-9P to more international destinations appeared first on Runway Girl.
By Mary Kirby on July 2, 2025
Unexpected Comeback: Airlines Are Bringing the Airbus A380 Back from the Brink
Once considered a relic of the past, the Airbus A380 "superjumbo" is making a surprising comeback as airlines struggle to meet soaring post-pandemic travel demand with existing fleets.
By David Wilson on May 9, 2024
Legacy Carrier Unveils Revolutionary New Business Class Suites
A major international airline has raised the bar for premium travel by introducing private business class suites equipped with full-length beds and a virtual reality in-flight entertainment system.
By Jessica Taylor on May 7, 2024
Severe Turbulence Incident Injures 12, Prompts Airlines to Review Seatbelt Policies
Following an incident where a wide-body jet encountered severe, unforecasted clear-air turbulence, injuring twelve passengers and crew, airlines are re-evaluating their "fasten seatbelt" sign policies.
By Linda Martinez on May 5, 2024
The Regional Jet Market Heats Up with New Entrants from Brazil and Japan
The market for regional jets, once dominated by a few key players, is seeing increased competition as new, highly efficient models from Embraer and Mitsubishi gain traction with regional airlines.
By Karen Walker on May 1, 2024
Competition in In-Flight Wi-Fi Intensifies as Satellite Internet Providers Enter the Market
The era of slow and expensive in-flight Wi-Fi may be coming to an end as new low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite providers like Starlink and OneWeb begin offering high-speed, low-latency internet to airlines.
By Paul Robinson on April 30, 2024
Pilot Shortage Continues to Impact Airline Schedules and Growth
Airlines worldwide are still grappling with a significant pilot shortage, forcing them to reduce flight frequencies on some routes and delay expansion plans.
By Daniel Young on April 28, 2024
Private Jets and Exclusive Terminals: The New Trends in Luxury Air Travel
The demand for private and semi-private air travel has surged, leading to new services that offer a more personalized and seamless journey from doorstep to destination.
By Catherine Villa on April 22, 2024
Airline Traffic Growth Continues in February
IATA reports that total demand, measured in revenue passenger-kilometers (RPKs), was up 21.5 percent compared to February 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat-kilometers (ASK), was up 18.7 percent.
By Charles Alcock on April 4, 2024