Hawai'i is a rough market for airlines, especially those that operate routes entirely within the state. Interestingly, we've recently learned that Southwest purposely loses money in Hawai'i as part of its grander strategy in the islands. … [Read more...] about Southwest Purposely Loses Money in Hawai’i
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Alaska-Hawaiian DOJ Review Period Expired
The thrice-extended Alaska-Hawaiian DOJ review period expired last night without any action taken by the Department of Justice, paving the way for the two airlines to combine. Additional steps remain before Alaska's acquisition may close; however, this was the largest remaining one. … [Read more...] about Alaska-Hawaiian DOJ Review Period Expired
Hawaiian Dreamliners in 2025
Hawaiian Air's first two Boeing 787-9s are on familiarization routes right now, flying first between Honolulu and Los Angeles and San Francisco and now between Honolulu and Los Angeles and Phoenix. However, it seems like not much will change for the Hawaiian Dreamlieners in 2025. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Dreamliners in 2025
Hawaiian Air Q2 2024 Financial Results
While still not doing well, the Hawaiian Air Q2 2024 financial results show improvements in the airline's financial performance. Unfortunately, there still doesn't appear to be a path to profitability for them, especially not given the current competitive and economic environment. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Q2 2024 Financial Results
A330 Starlink Certification is Complete
The other day, Hawaiian Airlines held its Q2 2024 earnings call. I'll get into the other info discussed in the call soon, but I wanted to highlight a development I know most of you care about - A330 Starlink certification is complete, and installations are going to wrap up much sooner than initially anticipated. … [Read more...] about A330 Starlink Certification is Complete
DOJ Delayed Its Decision on the Alaska-Hawaiian Merger
The Department of Justice has been reviewing the proposed Alaska-Hawaiian merger, which was supposed to wrap up in less than a week. But it seems we'll have to wait a little longer now, as the DOJ delayed its decision on the Alaska-Hawaiian merger. … [Read more...] about DOJ Delayed Its Decision on the Alaska-Hawaiian Merger
Southwest Airlines Faces Additional Scrutiny
Following United's time spent under a microscope for its recent safety lapses, another airline is ready to take its place as Southwest Airlines faces additional scrutiny due to its recent spat of in-flight scares. … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines Faces Additional Scrutiny
Big Changes Are Coming to Southwest
As it tries to fend off an activist investor who has no idea how to run an airline, big changes are coming to Southwest Airlines in an attempt to improve its financial performance, as well as to enhance its customer experience. … [Read more...] about Big Changes Are Coming to Southwest
Hawaiian Air Winter 2024 Schedule
Hawaiian Airlines typically bulks up its West Coast schedule during the colder months of the year. This year, the Hawaiian Air Winter 2024 schedule is no different and will feature several seasonal routes up and down the West Coast. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Winter 2024 Schedule
American and APFA Reached a Tentative Agreement
Good news to American Airlines passengers - American and APFA reached a tentative agreement last week Friday. Though the new agreement must be ratified by the union's members, it substantially lowers the risk of a strike happening at the airline in the near-term. … [Read more...] about American and APFA Reached a Tentative Agreement