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Southwest Airlines said last week that it is expanding its network of routes by adding new nonstop flights, such as a new route between Fresno and San Diego International Airport and reviving a popular connection between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and Jacksonville. The new routes are set to launch in October, in a strategic move to expand the airline’s footprint in key markets.

On February 12, while attempting to land at NAS North Island in San Diego, a Boeing EA-18G Growler in the US Navy's care had an in-flight emergency, and both the pilot and electronic warfare officer (EWO) had to eject. The US Coast Guard was able to rescue both the aircrew within minutes.

American Airlines will resume flying to Carlsbad (California) on February 13 after over a quarter of a century. Regional partner American Eagle will introduce a double daily Envoy Air-operated Embraer E175 service from the ex-US Airways Phoenix hub. As passengers can connect on a one-stop basis to 65+ other cities, they may choose not to drive to San Diego, 30+ miles south.

On February 13, Alaska Airlines will inaugurate its next route using the Embraer E175.It is from Los Angeles to Monterrey, Mexico, becoming the carrier's new eighth-longest E175 link. I am sure it'll make it into my Weekly Routes article!

British Airways' recent changes to its loyalty program have caused many frequent flyers to vote with their feet and take their money elsewhere, feeling that they will get better value for their spending and travel habits. Among the big question marks on this front was the UK flag carrier's oneworld partner Iberia. This has now been answered, with the airline's revamped loyalty program offering a better deal.

Delta Air Lines has filed additional routes with the Airbus A350-900, its flagship widebody aircraft, including one domestic route that will be operated in October.

Delta Air Lines, like the rest of the industry, enjoyed lower fuel prices throughout 2024. While prices have climbed and gone down again since the end of the year, the carrier has managed to spend less on fuel even though its fuel usage climbed by more than 5% year-on-year (YoY).

But what does Boeing's situation look like in terms of finances? How much did the company lose and how much debt does it have on its books?

Royal Air Maroc will serve London Stansted for the first time. However, it will only operate for the peak summer, supplementing its existing flights to London Heathrow and London Gatwick. Casablanca's last Stansted service was in 2009 when Air Arabia Maroc briefly operated.

Air Canada no longer plans to fly the 169-seat Boeing 737 MAX between Montreal and Porto. The route, which will begin on June 4, is brand-new to the carrier. However, Air Canada's lower-cost unit, Rouge, flew to Portugal's second-most populous city from Toronto in 2018 and 2019.

A Southwest Airlines flight from Sacramento to Denver International Airport was forced to return to Sacramento International Airport shortly after takeoff on Saturday, February 8, 2025, due to concerns over a potential engine issue.

Welcome to my 156th weekly routes article! I have analyzed some subjectively exciting services that took off between February 4 and 10 (unless stated). Click here to see my last jam-packed article!

Saudia has 37 Airbus A320s,among the most ubiquitous of aircraft. While the carrier has two layouts, the most intriguing version has two classes but just 110 seats. In contrast, most airlines have ~150 seats in two classes, reaching a maximum of 186 in an all-economy, lowest-seat-mile configuration.

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Chicago had to divert to Denver due to an unruly passenger that was onboard the Boeing 737-900ER.

Nestled in the heart of Colorado, Centennial Airport (APA) serves as a premier gateway for private jet travelers seeking swift access to the majestic Rocky Mountains. Located approximately 15 miles southeast of downtown Denver, this general aviation hub offers unparalleled convenience and a suite of amenities tailored to discerning passengers.

A Ryanair Boeing 737-800 was recently grounded for two days as a stray cat cozied up inside the aircraft while it was on the ground in Rome, Italy.

Alaska Airlines could potentially leave Dallas Love Field (DAL). This comes more than ten years after Virgin America, which it acquired in 2016, entered the airport following a public campaign to lobby Dallas officials to assign gates to the airline.

Lufthansa's new 'Allegris' cabin product has been one of the most exciting passenger experience developments in recent years, with the German flag carrier promising an upgraded experience in all classes of travel. The cabin was launched last year on select routes, and, now, the European airline has revealed a trio of new American corridors that will see the upgraded experience made available.

The Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA) has amended its charts and terms, including renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, to comply with Donald Trump's agenda as President of the United States.

That did not take long. Despite Turkish Airlines only inaugurating Sydney flights on November 29, 2024, they will be increased to daily in early January 2026. As it is so far away, things could change again.