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Airline Weekly Lounge Podcast

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  • The editors of Airline Weekly discuss the most interesting developments within the commercial airline industry. In keeping with Airline Weekly’s style, conversation generally centers on one question: How do you make money in this industry?
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  • Our Round-the-World Airline Adventure

    Our Round-the-World Airline Adventure
    May 8 2025
    In this episode of the Airline Weekly Lounge, hosts Gordon Smith and Jay Shabat take listeners on a global tour of the airline industry's Q1 earnings results. They discuss the contrasting fortunes of airlines across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia, highlighting optimism amidst challenges, mixed results, and shifts in consumer behavior. The conversation emphasizes the impact of oil prices, demand trends, and the overall uncertainty in the airline market as they look ahead to the summer season and beyond. Takeaways Lufthansa and Air France are optimistic despite negative Q1 results. First quarter is typically weak for European airlines. Oil prices dropping significantly is beneficial for airlines. Demand for premium travel remains strong. JetBlue and Frontier faced significant challenges in Q1. Sun Country Airlines reported a strong operating margin. Mexican low-cost carriers are struggling due to changing consumer behavior. Latam Airlines raised their profit guidance amidst a challenging environment. Japanese airlines are performing well but face uncertainty from trade issues. The airline industry is characterized by uncertainty moving forward. Connect with Airline Weekly LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/airline-weekly/⁠X: ⁠https://x.com/Airline_Weekly/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/airlineweekly/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠ Subscribe to ⁠@SkiftNews⁠ and never miss an update from the airline and travel industries.
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    37 m
  • U.S. Airlines’ Earnings Season Recap: What the Future Holds

    U.S. Airlines’ Earnings Season Recap: What the Future Holds
    May 1 2025
    In this episode of the Airline Weekly Lounge, Jay and Meghna discuss the recent Q1 earnings reports from major airlines, highlighting the mixed results and economic concerns affecting the industry. They delve into the challenges faced by American Airlines compared to its rivals, the importance of premium travel, and the potential impact of economic policies on consumer spending. The conversation then shifts to innovations in aviation, including flying cars and supersonic jets, exploring the skepticism surrounding these technologies and the regulatory hurdles they face. Takeaways American Airlines reported losses while Delta and United made profits. Economic concerns are affecting domestic travel demand. Premium travel remains strong despite economic uncertainty. Flying cars and supersonic jets are generating significant investment. Regulatory hurdles pose challenges for aviation innovations. Airlines are bracing for potential economic downturns. Consumer spending patterns may shift due to economic policies. The importance of international travel networks is highlighted. Airlines are seeing softness in leisure travel markets. The future of aviation may include air taxis and autonomous flying. Connect with Airline WeeklyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airline-weekly/X: https://x.com/Airline_Weekly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/airlineweekly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/Subscribe to @SkiftNews and never miss an update from the airline and travel industries.
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    24 m
  • Korean Air's Financial Flight Path

    Korean Air's Financial Flight Path
    Apr 24 2025
    In this episode, Gordon and Jay delve into the latest financials from Korean Air, highlighting their Q1 earnings, the integration with Asiana Airlines, and the dynamics of the cargo business amidst global trade uncertainties. They also discuss the challenges faced by Chinese airlines, including their financial struggles and the impact of international relations on aircraft orders and operations. The conversation provides insights into the evolving landscape of the aviation industry in Asia. Go deeper with the cover story of the latest issue of Airline Weekly. Takeaways Korean Air reported a nine percent operating margin for Q1 2025. Demand for passenger travel remains strong, particularly within Asia. Korean Air's cargo business is significant, but faces challenges from tariffs. The integration with Asiana Airlines is ongoing and complex. Chinese airlines collectively lost nearly a billion dollars in 2024. China Southern Airlines was the only major Chinese carrier to report a profit. Domestic travel in China has been a bright spot for the airline industry. Boeing's reliance on the Chinese market is diminishing due to geopolitical tensions. Chinese airlines are increasingly dependent on Western parts for their fleets. Korean Air is introducing a premium economy product to enhance revenue efficiency. Connect with Airline Weekly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airline-weekly/ X: https://x.com/Airline_Weekly/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/airlineweekly/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/ Subscribe to @SkiftNews and never miss an update from the airline and travel industries.
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    36 m
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