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The aviation industry is experiencing significant changes, as highlighted by recent updates from various sources.
Tickets for ZorkFest in Las Vegas, scheduled for early November, are available at Early Bird pricing until September 5, 2024, at 11:55 PM Pacific. Additionally, speaking engagements include the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Global Aerospace Summit on September 11 and Southern Methodist University’s Texas Economic Forum on September 17.
Demand for pilots has shifted dramatically over the past year. JetBlue is reportedly offering retirement packages to its pilots. However, furloughed pilots face challenges as getting rehired often means starting at the bottom of the seniority list.
Spirit Airlines has released its final furlough numbers: 186 pilot furloughs and 96 Captain downgrades. These are Spirit's first pilot furloughs since 2008.
Air Canada has standardized check-in times across all flights. This change benefits international travelers by eliminating the 90-minute cutoff at Toronto Pearson but increases check-in times for domestic flights within Canada.
Social media complaints about U.S. airlines continue to surface frequently, particularly regarding damaged checked bags and empty overhead bins despite passengers being required to gate-check their luggage due to alleged full bins.
"@AmericanAir second weekend in a row we’ve had to gate check bags because 'there’s no room,' only to have PLENTY of overhead bin space," tweeted Shannon (Melba) Dameron on August 30, 2024.
Capital One is offering a 20% bonus on point transfers to Air France Flying Blue through September 29.
Qantas contract cabin crew will receive approximately a 30% wage increase under Australia’s ‘same job, same pay’ law.
In a significant development for the United States Air Force (USAF), the B-1B Lancer bomber is set to receive upgraded pylons, enhancing its capabilities in the realm of hypersonic weapons.
American Airlines has announced new routes for the upcoming winter season, focusing on expanding its network in Latin America from key hubs.
Australian airline Qantas has received its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft.
Available from July 14 to 31, 2025, Emirates will offer a special seasonal menu celebrating British summer flavors.
Delta Air Lines is expanding its use of artificial intelligence in pricing strategies.
Taiwan-based EVA Air is set to introduce its new premium economy cabin in the United States, starting with a service from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) this fall.
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