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The carrier will not resume these flights next summer.
Air Canada Suspends Two Long-Haul Routes | AirlineGeeks.com
The carrier is suspending two transatlantic routes next summer, citing “commercial reasons," after confirming the network changes on Tuesday.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The carrier will not resume these flights next summer.
Carrier posts $317 million loss and warns it may not remain a going concern within one year.
Spirit Flags ‘Substantial Doubt’ About Its Survival
The airline reported a $317 million quarterly loss and warned of “substantial doubt” about its ability to continue operations.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Carrier posts $317 million loss and warns it may not remain a going concern within one year.
Misconnected brake hoses and wiring caused reduced braking on DFW landing.
Maintenance Error Led to American 737 Overrun
According to a cockpit voice recorder summary, the captain asked the first officer, “Do you got any brakes on your side?” The first officer responded, “No.”
airlinegeeks.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Misconnected brake hoses and wiring caused reduced braking on DFW landing.
Flights will be operated by SkyWest.
United Adds Texas City to Route Map | AirlineGeeks.com
United will add new service to this Texas city beginning in March 2026, operated by SkyWest as part of a local air service development partnership.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Flights will be operated by SkyWest.
The carrier plans to move its 737 fleet to Rouge by the end of next year.
Air Canada Plans MAX Shift in 2026 | AirlineGeeks.com
As part of the fleet’s transition, Air Canada will retrofit the aircraft’s interiors. This will include removing some business class seats, executives said.
airlinegeeks.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:42 PM
The carrier plans to move its 737 fleet to Rouge by the end of next year.
MWAA nominee pledges modernization of Washington Dulles International Airport during Senate hearing.
Airport Appointee Vows to Retire Dulles Mobile Lounges
Airport board nominee Trent Morse vowed to retire Dulles’ 1960s-era mobile lounges, calling them “a relic of the past," during a Senate hearing.
airlinegeeks.com
November 7, 2025 at 3:31 PM
MWAA nominee pledges modernization of Washington Dulles International Airport during Senate hearing.
The restrictions will go into effect Friday morning.
FAA Names All 40 Airports Subject to 10% Traffic Cut
The FAA on Thursday finalized the list of 40 U.S. airports that will see a mandatory 10% reduction in flights starting later this week.
airlinegeeks.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:33 AM
The restrictions will go into effect Friday morning.
The airline is dropping three yet-to-launch routes following Alaska’s move into the same markets.
Breeze Pulls Back on Three Planned Routes | AirlineGeeks.com
The airline has now withdrawn those routes, coinciding with Alaska Airlines’ entry into similar Pacific Northwest markets.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:43 PM
The airline is dropping three yet-to-launch routes following Alaska’s move into the same markets.
New report cites uncommanded pitch-down event in cruise flight.
A320’s Sudden Descent Linked to Faulty Computer
A JetBlue A320 diverted to Tampa after an uncommanded pitch-down during cruise. An FAA report later traced the issue to a faulty flight control computer.
airlinegeeks.com
November 5, 2025 at 10:30 PM
New report cites uncommanded pitch-down event in cruise flight.
The two airlines expect the deal to close later this month.
Mesa-Republic Merger Draws Closer | AirlineGeeks.com
According to a recent prospectus filed with the SEC, Mesa will be the surviving corporate entity, though it will take the Republic Airways name.
airlinegeeks.com
November 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The two airlines expect the deal to close later this month.
The FAA confirmed the accident.
MD-11 Crashes in Kentucky | AirlineGeeks.com
Louisville Metro Police (LMPD) said multiple agencies are responding to the area. Multiple injuries have been reported.
airlinegeeks.com
November 4, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The FAA confirmed the accident.
The carrier is reducing headcount across various departments.
American Cuts Corporate Jobs After Quarterly Loss
The airline is cutting hundreds of corporate jobs, saying the move will “right-size for the work we do today” and improve efficiency across the organization.
airlinegeeks.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:25 PM
The carrier is reducing headcount across various departments.
The ultra-low-cost carrier continues trimming its network as it adjusts to a smaller fleet and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings.
Spirit Scales Back Again, Exits Five More Cities |
The ultra-low-cost carrier continues trimming its network as it adjusts to a smaller fleet and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings.
airlinegeeks.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:07 PM
The ultra-low-cost carrier continues trimming its network as it adjusts to a smaller fleet and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings.
Up to 40 aircraft will continue under a multi-year deal.
United Extends CRJ-200s Into 2030s | AirlineGeeks.com
The airline will keep 50-seat CRJ-200 aircraft in its network longer under a new agreement with regional carrier SkyWest.
airlinegeeks.com
November 2, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Up to 40 aircraft will continue under a multi-year deal.
The growth includes three first-time destinations and one long-dormant airport.
United Adds Three New Airports to Network | AirlineGeeks.com
The carrier is expanding into small-town America with new routes, including three first-time cities and one airport that hasn’t seen service since 1994.
airlinegeeks.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
The growth includes three first-time destinations and one long-dormant airport.
New weekend services span Austin, Atlanta, Boston, Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York.
Delta Adds 13 Seasonal Routes | AirlineGeeks.com
The airline is adding three brand-new routes from its growing Austin focus city, along with several more seasonal services throughout its network.
airlinegeeks.com
October 31, 2025 at 2:17 PM
New weekend services span Austin, Atlanta, Boston, Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York.
The long-range narrowbody will debut on transatlantic service next year.
American Adds First Long-Haul A321XLR Route
The airline is preparing to introduce its new Airbus A321XLR on international flights for the first time, expanding its European network in 2026.
airlinegeeks.com
October 30, 2025 at 7:59 PM
The long-range narrowbody will debut on transatlantic service next year.
State officials approved a lease for the site earlier this month.
Southwest to Open Airport Lounge in Hawaii | AirlineGeeks.com
The carrier will pay $156.14 per square foot per year in rent, the documents state, plus a performance bond equal to one quarter of the annual rent.
airlinegeeks.com
October 30, 2025 at 7:57 PM
State officials approved a lease for the site earlier this month.
Federal lawsuit alleges airline regarded pilot as disabled and discriminated based on race and perceived alcoholism.
Air Force Veteran Says United Fired Him Over False Alcohol Claim
A former United pilot has filed a federal lawsuit accusing the carrier of discrimination, retaliation, and defamation following his termination last year.
airlinegeeks.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Federal lawsuit alleges airline regarded pilot as disabled and discriminated based on race and perceived alcoholism.
The airline will not return to these cities next summer.
Sun Country Leaving Three Airports | AirlineGeeks.com
The ultra-low-cost carrier says it will not return to three U.S. markets next summer as part of its latest schedule extension.
airlinegeeks.com
October 28, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The airline will not return to these cities next summer.
The carrier’s code and callsign will disappear by the end of this month.
Last ‘Hawaiian’ Flight Scheduled | AirlineGeeks.com
An airline spokesperson confirmed to AirlineGeeks that the last flight with the long-standing ‘Hawaiian’ callsign will operate on Wednesday.
airlinegeeks.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:34 PM
The carrier’s code and callsign will disappear by the end of this month.
Flights will start in October 2026.
Delta Adds Nonstop Service to Saudi Arabia
The Atlanta-based airline announced Monday that it will start nonstop service on this route next year, which will be among its longest.
airlinegeeks.com
October 27, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Flights will start in October 2026.
Most of the cuts affect California markets, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose.
Alaska Ending 12 Routes | AirlineGeeks.com
The carrier will end several routes from San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose as part of a network realignment tied to slower aircraft deliveries.
airlinegeeks.com
October 25, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Most of the cuts affect California markets, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose.
Service will end in January 2026.
Avelo Leaving Airport, Axes Three Routes | AirlineGeeks.com
Ultra-low-cost carrier Avelo is reportedly planning to end service at a Northeast airport, drawing backlash from the local government.
airlinegeeks.com
October 24, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Service will end in January 2026.
The Honolulu-based carrier is in the process of merging with Alaska Airlines.
FAA Officially Drops Hawaiian Code, Callsign |
The FAA moved Friday to cancel Hawaiian Airlines’ three-letter designator and callsign, another step forward in the carrier’s integration with Alaska.
airlinegeeks.com
October 24, 2025 at 6:19 PM
The Honolulu-based carrier is in the process of merging with Alaska Airlines.