CEO Shai Weiss noted, "There is an insatiable demand for premium travel," highlighting the robust interest in premium options post-pandemic. The airline sees over 90% capacity in its premium cabins.
The U.S. entry into Israel's war with Iran caused widespread global travel disruptions, with flight cancellations peaking despite claims of a ceasefire by Trump.
Qatar Airways enforces strict grooming and appearance standards for its cabin crew, significantly more rigorous compared to many Western airlines, maintaining its luxury brand image.
United Airlines will cut its domestic flight schedule by 4% starting in July due to softer travel demand, reflecting broader concerns in the airline industry about economic uncertainty.
"The UK continues to lose out on enormous growth opportunities because you have a Chancellor who hasn't a clue about how to deliver growth..."
Brett Catlin, Alaska Airlines' Vice President of Loyalty, stressed the airline's focus on leveraging its home market of Seattle as it expands long-haul flights to compete with Delta. He noted, "Fifty-five percent of the seats that leave Seattle everyday are on Alaska," indicating a strong local loyalty that the airline aims to capitalize on during its expansion efforts and how this evolution reflects a long-standing customer relationship.