North America

Boeing achieves record commercial airplanes deliveries in 2015

Boeing delivered 762 commercial airplanes in 2015, 39 more than the previous year and most ever for the company as it enters its centennial year.  “The Boeing team has worked hard to achieve strong performance,” said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner. “Our team did a fantastic job achieving higher deliveries and getting our ... <a title="Boeing achieves record commercial airplanes deliveries in 2015" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/boeing-achieves-record-commercial-airplanes-deliveries-in-2015/" aria-label="Read more about Boeing achieves record commercial airplanes deliveries in 2015">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 7, 2016 · 2 min read

United provides additional update on health status of CEO Oscar Munoz

United Airlines today announced that Oscar Munoz, the company’s president and CEO, is currently recovering well following the heart transplant he received on Jan. 6, 2016. He is still expected to return from his previously announced medical leave at the end of the first quarter or the beginning of the second quarter of 2016. Brett ... <a title="United provides additional update on health status of CEO Oscar Munoz" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/united-provides-additional-update-on-health-status-of-ceo-oscar-munoz/" aria-label="Read more about United provides additional update on health status of CEO Oscar Munoz">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 7, 2016 · 2 min read

Frontier Airlines adds 42 new routes throughout United States

Frontier Airlines will add new non-stop service in 42 markets throughout the United States. This new service begins in April, and Frontier is offering special introductory fares as low as $39 one-way on these new routes as of today at Flyfrontier.com. “Travelers between big cities have enjoyed low fares while many markets have remained overpriced ... <a title="Frontier Airlines adds 42 new routes throughout United States" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/frontier-airlines-adds-42-new-routes-throughout-united-states/" aria-label="Read more about Frontier Airlines adds 42 new routes throughout United States">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 7, 2016 · 4 min read

Local Hawaii investors to acquire controlling interest in Island Air

Larry Ellison’s Ohana Airline Holdings today announced that it plans to sell a controlling interest in Hawaii Island Air (Island Air) to PaCap Aviation Finance and Malama Investments, two investment companies managed by local investment firm, PacifiCap. The sale, subject to U.S. Department of Transportation approval, will support Island Air’s successful restructuring and turnaround efforts ... <a title="Local Hawaii investors to acquire controlling interest in Island Air" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/local-hawaii-investors-to-acquire-controlling-interest-in-island-air/" aria-label="Read more about Local Hawaii investors to acquire controlling interest in Island Air">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 7, 2016 · 3 min read

Southwest Airlines pilots elect Captain Jon Weaks as Union President

Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments The membership of the Southwest Airlines Pilots’ Association (SWAPA), in voting that closed Monday, elected Captain Jon Weaks as Union President to complete the remainder of the 2015-2016 term after Captain Paul Jackson resigned effective the end of December 2015. Capt. Weaks ran unopposed and received 95.7 percent of ... <a title="Southwest Airlines pilots elect Captain Jon Weaks as Union President" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/southwest-airlines-pilots-elect-captain-jon-weaks-as-union-president/" aria-label="Read more about Southwest Airlines pilots elect Captain Jon Weaks as Union President">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 7, 2016 · 2 min read

JetBlue continues Florida growth with launch of Daytona Beach service

JetBlue today announced the start of service to its newest destination with the launch of flights between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Daytona Beach International Airport. JetBlue now serves eight Florida destinations and offers more flights between the Empire State and the Sunshine State than any other airline with up to 83 ... <a title="JetBlue continues Florida growth with launch of Daytona Beach service" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/jetblue-continues-florida-growth-with-launch-of-daytona-beach-service/" aria-label="Read more about JetBlue continues Florida growth with launch of Daytona Beach service">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 7, 2016 · 2 min read

WestJet announces year-round service to London Gatwick

WestJet today announced it is extending two of its new non-stop transatlantic services to London Gatwick from seasonal to year-round. Flights from Calgary and Toronto to London will now operate on a year-round basis, three times weekly and daily respectively through the winter, while service from Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg and St. John’s will operate seasonally as announced in September 2015.  “Today’s announcement is another important step in the international ... <a title="WestJet announces year-round service to London Gatwick" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/westjet-announces-year-round-service-to-london-gatwick/" aria-label="Read more about WestJet announces year-round service to London Gatwick">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 6, 2016 · 1 min read

Horizon Air announces key leadership promotions

Horizon Air announced today several changes to the company’s leadership team. Ali Donway has been named Horizon’s managing director and chief pilot after she successfully served in this role on an interim basis for the last several months. With more than 25 years of experience at Alaska Air Group under his belt, Dave Burris has ... <a title="Horizon Air announces key leadership promotions" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/horizon-air-announces-key-leadership-promotions/" aria-label="Read more about Horizon Air announces key leadership promotions">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 5, 2016 · 3 min read

Baltia’s President & CEO Igor Dmitrowsky passes

Baltia Air Lines Management released the following statement: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Baltia’s Founder, President and CEO, Mr. Igor Dmitrowsky”. “Private arrangements are currently being made”. “Baltia’s EVP Mr. Russell Thal is currently acting President. Baltia’s Board of Directors and Management are meeting to ensure a smooth and ... <a title="Baltia’s President & CEO Igor Dmitrowsky passes" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/baltia-s-president-ceo-igor-dmitrowsky-passes/" aria-label="Read more about Baltia’s President & CEO Igor Dmitrowsky passes">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 5, 2016 · 1 min read

Hawaiian Airlines appoints Soojin Yu as Country Director – South Korea

Hawaiian Airlines has announced the appointment of Soojin Yu to the position of country director and chief representative for South Korea. She will oversee general management of Hawaiian’s commercial activities in South Korea. “Soojin’s broad industry experience makes her the ideal representative to fortify our position as the airline offering the best value for South ... <a title="Hawaiian Airlines appoints Soojin Yu as Country Director – South Korea" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/hawaiian-airlines-appoints-soojin-yu-as-country-director-south-korea/" aria-label="Read more about Hawaiian Airlines appoints Soojin Yu as Country Director – South Korea">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jan 5, 2016 · 2 min read