Jay Shabat

Two legends of the airline business — Singapore Airlines and Emirates — are both thriving in the post-pandemic aftermath. Though many corporate travelers are still missing, there’s more than enough…

Living up to its longtime status as one of the world’s most profitable airlines, Ryanair on Monday reported a 35% operating margin for the July-to-September quarter. This was highest among…

Not enough excitement in your life? Try following the airline business. Last week featured a frenzy of activity, from the start of JetBlue's merger trial to Virgin Atlantic's retreat from…

When Taylor Swift sings her song “Cruel Summer,” she’s most certainly not referring to European airlines. IAG, Air France-KLM, and TAP Air Portugal all reported spectacular third-quarter financial results, powered…

Denver-based Frontier Airlines suffered a $32 million net loss in the normally strong third quarter. Its operating margin was negative 6%, a sharp reversal from the positive 5% it earned…

Four major U.S. airlines have now reported their third-quarter results, including United, American, and Alaska Airlines last week. Together with Delta’s results the week before, the latest disclosures make several…

During the third quarter, Seattle-based Alaska Airlines earned a 12% operating margin (excluding special items), boosted by strong premium demand, contributions from its loyalty program, and growing revenue from its…

Third quarter earnings season is now underway, with Delta as usual hosting the opening ceremonies. Its results were again good, though somewhat disappointing given just how strong demand was this…

Virgin Australia, which restructured in bankruptcy during the Covid crisis, announced an annual profit for its fiscal year that ended in June. It was the airline’s first profit in 11…

Air France-KLM isn’t kidding. It wants to participate in industry consolidation, as it’s emphasized repeatedly in recent earnings calls. Now it’s putting some money where its mouth is, striking a…