United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has endorsed President Trump’s tariff policies, asserting they are designed to create middle-class jobs. His support, expressed during the 2025 World Economy Summit, contrasts sharply with other airline executives, like Delta’s CEO Ed Bastian, who …
Campbell Wilson, CEO of Air India, is stepping down as Chairman of Air India Express, marking a significant leadership change as the airline pursues strategic growth. Nipun Aggarwal, currently the Chief Commercial Officer, will assume the chairmanship while retaining his …
Spirit Airlines has appointed Dave Davis as the new President and CEO, effective April 21, 2025. Davis, formerly President and CFO of Sun Country Airlines, brings extensive aviation experience to the ultra-low-cost carrier. Alongside him, Duncan Dee joins as Senior …
United Airlines’ CEO Scott Kirby reassured stakeholders during the April 2025 earnings call that tariffs imposed by President Trump will not significantly affect the airline’s aircraft orders. Despite a dip in international passenger demand, Kirby emphasized the strength of the …
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian announced on April 9, 2025, that the airline will defer deliveries of new Airbus aircraft due to newly imposed tariffs on goods from Europe, citing concerns over operational costs and profitability. Bastian emphasized that …
In a CNBC interview, Emirates Airline President Sir Tim Clark expressed concerns about global trade turmoil’s impact on international travel, likening it to a potential economic reset akin to the 2008 financial crisis. Despite rising tariffs and geopolitical tensions, Emirates …
Spirit Airlines has announced the resignation of President and CEO Ted Christie, just weeks after exiting Chapter 11 bankruptcy. His departure comes amid ongoing financial challenges and restructuring efforts within the airline. The Board of Directors is seeking a permanent …
Latvian airline airBaltic has announced a leadership change, parting ways with CEO Martin Gauss and appointing Chief Commercial Officer Pauls Cālītis as interim CEO. This transition, confirmed on April 7, 2025, is part of the airline’s strategy to address operational …
Animawings, a Romanian airline founded in 2018, is emerging as a significant player in Eastern European air travel. Originally a charter operator, the airline plans to expand its scheduled flight services and fleet, currently consisting of four aircraft: two Airbus …
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has offered hope for Go First Airways, which is undergoing liquidation. Busy Bee Airways, backed by EaseMyTrip’s CEO Nishant Pitti, has been permitted to propose an asset buyout plan, potentially altering the airline’s …
