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Why Air Canada Wants More Range in its Long-Haul Fleet
Air Canada's chief commercial officer geeked out with me over whether the airline will choose Airbus or Boeing for its next widebody. Also, he shares a…
Nov 19
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Brian Sumers
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Feisty Brian is Back
I received some feedback from subscribers who complained that I was far too optimistic about Frontier's changes in 2026. So today, I promise you a very…
Nov 13
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Brian Sumers
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Will Frontier Turn Things Around in 2026?
I think it's possible. While Spirit's demise is one reason I am optimistic, I have others, too.
Nov 7
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Brian Sumers
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October 2025
JetBlue Found its Place to Be No. 1
And the airline is going in big, with lots of resources. I think it's the the right move, even if it puts 2026 profitability in jeopardy.
Oct 31
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Brian Sumers
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American Says It is Ready to Fight
Executives dropped the Sunbelt talk on last week's earnings call, and said they're ready to become a nationwide premium airline. But is it too late? And…
Oct 29
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Brian Sumers
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Why United Won't Fly as Much Next Summer
The third quarter isn’t as strong as it once was, as demand moves to other periods. Also, United has big plans for loyalty, fewer plans for Latin…
Oct 20
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Brian Sumers
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Why Delta Loves its Focus Cities
It's only partially related to flying airplanes. Also in today's edition: Delta executives shared veiled criticism of United and American.
Oct 14
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Brian Sumers
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Lufthansa Group’s Central Planning Strategy
The company is moving more power to Frankfurt and taking it away from the local airlines. I don't think that's such a bad idea.
Oct 9
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Brian Sumers
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Southwest Embraces the 80 Percent Rule
The airline once took forever to make decisions. CFO Tom Doxey told me he wants to shed that reputation and move fast. He asks: "Can we get to 80…
Oct 1
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Brian Sumers
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September 2025
American's Rhetoric on Premium is Changing
The airline is saying the right things about how it wants to follow consumer preferences. But can management see the plan through? Because it won't be…
Sep 23
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Brian Sumers
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Is Scott Kirby Back on the A350 Bandwagon?
I spoke to him this week, and I think United might *finally* take the airplane. Also, Kirby had very harsh words about American's losses in Chicago, and…
Sep 13
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Brian Sumers
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Why WestJet Made its Largest-Ever Aircraft Order
Along with 787s, the airline is adding seven more Dreamliners so it can grow its long-haul hub in Calgary. CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech told me WestJet…
Sep 10
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Brian Sumers
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