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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?

  • In Conversation with DFW Airport CEO, Chris McLaughlin
    Gordon sits down with ⁠Chris McLaughlin⁠, Chief Executive Officer of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, for a special episode of the Airline Weekly Lounge.
  • America's Airport All-Stars
    Gordon and Jay reveal the major U.S. airports that are due to grow at an impressive rate in the coming quarter. From Texas to Tennessee, we break down the numbers and examine the factors driving rapid growth.
  • Inside Qantas' Project Sunrise
    In part one, Gordon shares an insider perspective on a major new Skift feature examining the business case for Qantas' '⁠Project Sunrise⁠' ultra long-haul flights. In part two, attention swings to European carriers as Jay rounds up the most profitable airlines for the all-important Q3 peak season.
  • Airlines in 2026: Flying into Trouble?
    Gordon is joined by Jay and Meghna to set the scene for the year ahead, with all of the challenges and opportunities that it may bring.
  • Even Emirates Can't Rest on its Laurels
    In part one, Gordon and Jay reflect on the latest financial insights from Emirates, and examine the challenges that could lie ahead for the Dubai-based giant. In part two, the conversation turns to a disappointing set of Q3 results from KLM.
  • What Makes Ryanair So Darn Profitable?
    In this episode, Gordon and Jay break down Ryanair’s latest earnings and uncover what keeps Europe’s biggest low-cost airline flying high.
  • Is the Government Shutdown Affecting Air Travel?
    In part one of this week's show, Jay and Meghna discuss the latest developments regarding the U.S. government shutdown and its impact on air travel. In part two, their attention turns to JetBlue and its latest earnings report.
  • What's Driving United's Domestic Headwinds?
    In part one of this week's show, Gordon and Jay examine some of the factors creating headwinds for United in the U.S domestic market.
  • Virgin Atlantic Gets a New CEO
    In part one of this week's show, we discuss a changing of the guard at Virgin Atlantic, as CEO Shai Weiss prepares to step down after seven years. In part two, we contextualize a strong set of Q3 figures from Delta.
  • The Megatrends Shaping Q3 Earnings Season
    On the eve of Q3 earnings season, Gordon and Jay explore the key trends to watch as America's biggest carriers get ready to reveal their latest financials.
  • Hong Kong Stages Global Comeback
    In this week's show, Gordon and Jay discuss the latest developments in the Hong Kong aviation scene.
  • U.S. and International Airlines at a Strategic Crossroads
    In this week’s Airline Weekly Lounge, Jay Shabbat and guest-host Meghna Maharishi's discussion spans airline labor challenges easing in the post-pandemic years, the impact of delayed aircraft deliveries on capacity and growth, and shifting demand patterns across the United States of America, Asia, and international markets.
  • Airline Leaders Descend on Washington D.C.
    In part one of this week's show, we discuss the key developments from a major U.S. aerospace summit in Washington D.C. attended by Skift airline reporter, ⁠Meghna Maharishi⁠.
  • What’s Happening at WestJet?
    As WestJet places the biggest aircraft order in its history, we discuss the past, present, and future direction of Canada’s second-largest airline.
  • Profits A'Plenty for Australian Airlines
    Gordon and Jay discuss robust financials from the Qantas Group and Virgin Australia, and explore why Air New Zealand continues to struggle.
  • Can Spirit Airlines Survive?
    Jay and ⁠Meghna⁠ discuss the prospects of Spirit Airlines as it struggles to revive.
  • What are the World’s Busiest Airports?
    In this week's show, Gordon and Jay take a step back from the business of airlines to explore the world's busiest airports.
  • What is America's Most Profitable Airline?
    In this week's show, Gordon and Jay unpack the latest earnings season data at major U.S. carriers.
  • What is Air France-KLM's Weakest Link?
    Gordon and Jay unpack Lufthansa’s sudden exit from the Air Europa bidding, leaving Turkish Airlines as the last contender.
  • American, Alaska, Southwest: Who Came Out on Top?
    We’re thick into earnings season now. Here’s what that means for three big U.S. airlines.