A major US low-cost carrier based in Dallas.
WestJet flight attendants have ended their strike after CUPE 8125 and the airline have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes more pre‑ and post‑flight work and raises pay. The deal will go to a ratification vote; WestJet cancelled hundreds of flights and said about 250,000 travellers were affected over the long weekend.
Bloomberg reports several airline moves: American Airlines is adding Philadelphia, New York, Charlotte and Chicago routes to European cities and Japan, while JFK-Tel Aviv and Newark-Luxembourg/Marseille services are expanding. These updates reflect broader network growth from major carriers.
A wave of studies and social posts highlight growing passenger etiquette concerns and renewed attention to airline cleaning practices, with surveys showing mixed opinions on behavior and ongoing discussions about seat cleanliness and post-flight sanitization.
A380s are being retired early due to maintenance costs and a newer generation of jets. Qantas has begun the process of retiring its Airbus A380 fleet in 2028, four years ahead of schedule, after decades of service and mixed reliability in recent years.
The FAA has paused some incoming flights to Los Angeles International Airport due to staffing shortages at SCT, the Southern California Terminal Radar Approach Control. The delay affects arriving and departing schedules as authorities work to manage air traffic in a major regional airspace.
Security screenings have uncovered concealed weapons at multiple US airports as new CT scanners roll out. The devices fit smaller openings, potentially prompting some travelers to check bags. TSA officials say the technology improves screening while reducing manual inspections, though some carry-ons may require manual routing or checking.
Dolly Parton Day is being celebrated worldwide. Proclamations highlight Parton’s literacy advocacy, with events from Nashville to Manhattan, and charitable book donations through the Imagination Library continuing to broaden access to children’s reading.
Airlines are grappling with rising jet-fuel costs that are pushing up fares and compressing profits even as demand remains strong. Industry leaders warn premiums and route cuts may become more common while passengers keep booking amid high prices.