John Huston

Atlanta

Contributing Writer at Airways

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Articles

Airline Group IAG Orders 53 New Planes as Profits Triple

6 days ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

DALLAS — International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways (BA), has ordered 53 new aircraft needed to meet demand after profits almost tripled at the start of 2025. International Airlines Group (IAG) has ordered the jets to pump up its medium-term long-haul fleet. The order consists of 21 Airbus A330-900neo and 32 Boeing 787-10 jets. The Airbus aircraft are destined for IAG's Iberia (IB), Aer Lingus (EI), and LEVEL (LL) brands.
Avelo Airlines Introduces Stretch, Stretch+ Seating Options

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

‍DALLAS — Two new seating upgrade options are available today on Avelo Airlines (XP). Stretch and Stretch+ provide customers with more personal space and a more comfortable travel experience. Passengers who purchase Stretch+ will be seated in a row where the middle seat is intentionally unoccupied. Stretch provides extra legroom with pitch ranging from 32 to 36 inches. The two new options will be available for an additional fee on all Avelo flights beginning September 3, 2025.
Etihad Airways Launches Corporate Business Travel Program

2 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

‍DALLAS — Etihad Airways (EY) this week announced the launch of a new corporate travel program designed to enhance the business travel experience. Etihad for Business Corporate introduces an innovative digital platform that the airline says simplifies corporate travel management while providing customized benefits based on each organization’s specific requirements.
Der Mann, der König sein wollte

2 weeks ago | tvmovie.de | John Huston |Sean Connery |Christopher Plummer

Nach ihrer Desertion aus dem britischen Indien-Korps suchen die Sergeants Dravot (Sean Connery) und Carnehan (Michael Caine) in Afghanistan ihr Glück. Dort wird Dravot von einem Pfeil getroffen, bleibt aber unverletzt. Das Volk verehrt ihn daraufhin als Gott.
Boeing 787 Fleet Crosses 1 Billion Passengers Mark

2 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

DALLAS — Boeing today announced a significant milestone in the company’s history. The 787 Dreamliner fleet has surpassed 1 billion passengers faster than any wide-body commercial airplane in history. The type accomplished the feat less than 14 years after entering service. The global 787 fleet, comprising more than 1,175 airplanes, has flown nearly 5 million flights, covering over 30 million flight hours.
Honeywell Test Flight Demonstrates Surf-A, Smart-X RAAS

2 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

DALLAS — On January 2, 2024, a Japan Airlines (JL) Airbus A350 collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft while landing at Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo. The A350 caught fire, but, thankfully, all 379 passengers and crew evacuated safely. However, five of the six Coast Guard crew members died. Investigations are focusing on miscommunication and air traffic control procedures leading to the collision.
JetBlue Airways Announces First Quarter 2025 Results

2 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

‍DALLAS — JetBlue Airways Corporation (B6) today reported its financial results for Q1 2025. During the quarter, the airline took a GAAP net loss of US$208 million or US$0.59 per share. System capacity decreased by 4.3% year-over-year, with operating revenue of US$2.1 billion (a 3.1% year-over-year decrease), while operating expenses decreased to US$2.3 billion, a 21.0% year-over-year decrease.
LATAM Announces New South American Lounges

1 month ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

‍DALLAS —The LATAM Group is opening and upgrading its lounges in airports across South America. In 2025, LATAM plans to invest US$10.5 million in a new space at Lima's Jorge Chávez Airport (LIM) and is designing a new US$18 million facility in São Paulo's Guarulhos Airport (GRU) that is scheduled to open in 2027.
In Photos: The New Delta Sky Club at Hartsfield-Jackson

1 month ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

Today, April 8, at 6:00 a.m., a new Delta Sky Club opened at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) on Concourse D. The 24,000-square-foot lounge accommodates 506 guests, more than any other Sky Club in Atlanta. Although two smaller clubs on Concourse D will soon close, the new facility will increase the seating capacity by over 300. After the closures, the airline will have eight Sky Clubs at ATL, with one located on each concourse of the airport.
In Photos: A Visit to the New Delta Flight Museum

1 month ago | airwaysmag.com | John Huston

DALLAS — The Delta Flight Museum has undergone a major upgrade in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of Delta Air Lines' (DL) founding. Museum executive director Kelley Moore invited Airways to a preview tour prior to its public opening on April 7. As the site is just a Wright Flight from the airline’s headquarters at ATL and minutes from ATL’s domestic and international terminals, the museum is an excellent visit for anyone in Atlanta or at the airport for an extended layover.