CEO Tony Douglas emphasized the importance of not just business class but also first class for enriching the luxury travel experience, stating that 'we are at the moment involved in an extra-wide-body campaign'.
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.
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.
Emirates unveiled its first Airbus A350-900 on November 27, significantly marking the airline's entry into a new jet type since 2008. With 312 seats in business, premium economy, and coach, this aircraft will enhance Emirates' fleet alongside the Boeing 777 and Airbus A380. However, President Tim Clark expressed frustration over the delays of Boeing’s 777X, highlighting the ramifications of these setbacks on the airline's expansion strategy.