A federal appeals court has temporarily halted a US Department of Transportation order requiring Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico to unwind their long-running transborder joint venture. The airlines had petitioned for an emergency stay, arguing that unwinding the partnership on the government's accelerated timeline would impose significant financial and operational harm.
US airlines are quantifying the financial damage from the 43-day federal shutdown, with major carriers slashing Q4 earnings forecasts due to flight disruptions and booking declines. Southwest cut guidance to $500 million from $600-800 million, while Delta reported a $200 million hit driven by refunds and reduced bookings.
US airlines, including Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines, are preparing for potential disruptions due to Winter Storm Gianna. The storm is expected to bring heavy snow, high winds, and blizzard conditions to the southeastern coast from January 30-February 1, 2026.
US airlines have welcomed news of a government shutdown end, but warned of lingering delays and cancellations. The 43-day shutdown had significant impacts on air traffic controllers, with staff absences due to illness and stress.
Two experienced pilots lost their lives in a midair helicopter collision near Hammonton Municipal Airport on December 28, 2025. According to local officials, preliminary information suggests that both aircraft were flying close together shortly after takeoff and may have been traveling together at the time of the accident.
Airlines face significant challenges in managing their supply chains due to increasing pressures such as higher operating costs, geopolitical volatility, and aircraft and parts shortages. To address these challenges, OrbitronAI is developing an agentic AI platform that can augment human decision-making with speed and consistency.
ST Engineering has signed a new multi-year airframe agreement with Delta Air Lines at Singapore Airshow 2026. The five-year contract covers 2026 to 2031 and includes comprehensive airframe maintenance support for Delta's Airbus A330, A350 and Boeing 767 fleets.
The preowned business aircraft market is firing on all cylinders heading into Q4 2025. According to AMSTAT data, jet and turboprop transactions finished Q3 nearly 10% above the 10-year average, with year-to-date resale activity up 8.
2026 promises a packed calendar of major aviation conferences and airshows spanning commercial aviation, defense, space, and MRO sectors. From Singapore's flagship February airshow to Farnborough's July gathering, industry leaders will convene at key venues worldwide to discuss emerging technologies, sustainability initiatives, and strategic opportunities.
Chaos erupted at Puerto Vallarta International Airport and Guadalajara International Airport following the death of a prominent cartel leader, prompting flight cancellations and warnings from airlines. Despite claims that the airports were unaffected, panicked scenes on social media suggest a broader security crisis in the area.
A 38-year-old man based in the UK has been jailed for over four years in prison after orchestrating a $52 million fraud selling fake commercial aircraft used by global airlines. The scam involved over 60,000 engine parts worth $9.
The Federal Aviation Administration is gearing up for the busiest Thanksgiving travel period in 15 years, with over 360,000 flights expected between November 24 and December 2, 2025. The peak day will be Tuesday, November 25, with a projected 52,185 flights crisscrossing the national airspace system.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) began enforcing flight reductions at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, citing a need to manage workload during the federal government shutdown. The FAA confirmed that airlines were instructed to scale back domestic operations, with capacity reductions beginning around 4% and rising towards 10%.
Delta Air Lines has placed a firm order for 31 Airbus widebody aircraft as part of its fleet renewal strategy, targeting long-haul growth markets across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the South Pacific. The order includes 16 A330-900s and 15 A350-900s, with deliveries expected to begin in early 2027.
Delta Air Lines has placed an order for up to 60 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, marking the first time the airline has ordered this model. The announcement comes as Delta reported a record $63.
Delta Air Lines distributed $1.3 billion to employees on February 13, 2026 as part of its annual profit-sharing program. This payout represents 8.
In keeping with tradition, lawmakers' fiscal 2026 defense policy bill released late Sunday tweaks several key Pentagon programs, including the Air Force's E-7 Wedgetail program and Army helicopter procurement. The FY26 National Defense Authorization Act would boost the Pentagon's topline by $8 billion above what the Trump administration requested.
Bermuda-based airline BermudAir has launched a new service under the AnguillAir brand, connecting the small island of Anguilla to Boston-Logan, Newark Liberty International Airport, and Washington-Baltimore. The airline operates Embraer E-Jets with a two-class configuration.
2026 promises an exceptional calendar of aviation events spanning commercial, defense, space, and general aviation sectors. From Singapore's premier aerospace gathering in February to Las Vegas's business aviation showcase in October, industry professionals will find crucial networking opportunities and technology insights.
American Airlines has acquired a minority stake in Republic Airways Holdings following its merger with Mesa Airlines earlier this year, according to a recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Breaking Defense reports that American received approximately 9.
Airlines in the US are bracing for major disruptions over the coming days due to warnings about a massive winter storm set to hit parts of the South, Midwest, and Northeast. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines began warning customers of potential problems with their flights on January 21, 2026, and offered alternative travel arrangements.
Airbus is preparing to assess the market potential for a new stretched version of the A220, with lessors and airlines being consulted. According to Reuters, an announcement on the launch of the Airbus A220-500 could be made this year, with an expected announcement at Farnborough International Airshow in July.
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has announced Wong Hong as its new Director General, effective April 1, 2026, succeeding Subhas Menon. Wong brings over 22 years of international aviation experience, including senior roles at Singapore Airlines and Delta Air Lines, where he most recently served as President for China.