A weekly review of commercial flight
News: Top Headlines
Alaska Air Group Unveils Seattle-Tokyo, Seoul Nonstops
Alaska Air Group announces new nonstop Hawaiian Airlines service from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul.
Boeing Restarts 737 MAX Aircraft Production
After a seven-week halt, Boeing restarted its best-selling 737 MAX jetliner production last week.
JetBlue's First Crew Base Outside the Continental US
JetBlue opens its new crew base in Puerto Rico, its first outside the continental U.S.
Air India Discloses New Order for 100 Airbus Jets
Air India discloses a new order for 100 Airbus aircraft, including 10 A350 and 90 A320 aircraft.
Delta Air Lines Launches Queensland, Australia Flights
Delta has commenced a new seasonal service between the United States and Queensland, Australia.
Opinion
The Starlink Effect: Free In-flight Wi-Fi for All?
Several airlines will introduce free Starlink Wi-Fi, marking a shift in how we connect in the air.
This Week in Aviation History
12/09/2002: United Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Today, in 2002, United Airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, one of the largest in US history.
Analysis
The History of Commercial Flight: How Global Travel Took off
This is how commercial flights went from being exclusively for the wealthy to being a mainstream and affordable option today.
Media
Airways December Issue Out now!
In this striking shot, an Aeromexico Boeing 737-800 majestically ascends into a clear sky, symbolizing the airline’s proud legacy. Celebrating 90 years of connecting Mexico to the world, the iconic Caballero Águila soars as a testament to decades of excellence in flight. This and more in the Airways January 2024 issue, out now.