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Wall Street pleased with United's Q2 performanceThe carrier's quarterly revenue of $10.78 billion beat expectations by $60 million.

Neeleman orders 60 aircraft for U.S. startupThe JetBlue founder placed an order for 60 Airbus A220-300 planes.

New Delta program puts pilots on a career pathDelta is partnering with universities to launch the Delta Propel Pilot Career Path Program, in anticipation of hiring...

President Donald Trump and British prime minister Theresa May at the NATO Summit 2018.

Trump effect: Flight searches down from China and Canada, up from RussiaRecent foreign policy events involving President Donald Trump have consistently impacted travel searches to the U.S., according...

Mesa Air plans IPOThe regional airline, which operates United Express and American Eagle flights, seeks to raise $150 million.

Oversight criticized, FAA agrees to resolve the issueThe agency lacks adequate safeguards to properly oversee and respond to complaints about flight test programs that airlines are...

Delta revenue surges with increase in premium sales

Delta revenue surges with increase in premium salesAn 8% increase in premium seats in the second quarter drove a 20% increase in premium revenue.

American Airlines eliminating plastic strawsThe carrier will start first at lounges, where this month it will eliminate plastic straws in favor of biodegradable straws and...

Singapore Airlines sets November date for launch of L.A. service

Singapore Airlines sets November date for launch of L.A. serviceThe route will be the second longest from the U.S., behind only the Newark-Singapore service that the carrier will begin Oct....

JetBlue orders 60 Airbus A220-300 aircraftWith deliveries scheduled from 2020 to 2025, the low-cost carrier will use the 130- to 160-seat aircraft to replace its fleet...