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Volotea Loyalty Program Surpasses 800,000 Members

1 day ago | simpleflying.com | Prachi Patel

In 2024, the Spanish low-cost carrier, Volotea, witnessed a 23% growth in the membership of its loyalty program, Megavolotea. The program now exceeds 800,000 members and has strengthened its position as a key component of the airline’s customer engagement strategy. This surge aligns with impressive customer satisfaction ratings across Volotea’s primary markets.
"Up To The Last Minute": American Airlines Changes Policy To Allow Uninterrupted Inflight Entertainment

2 days ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

American Airlines is doubling down on its commitment to provide a top-tier experience for its premium passengers. Beginning Wednesday, the Fort Worth, Texas-based legacy carrier will allow Flagship First and Business class travelers to enjoy their inflight entertainment (IFE) without disruptions before landing. The subtle change also gives crew members additional time to focus more on their passengers and landing preparations.
Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300 Engine Catches Fire At Orlando International Airport

3 days ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

An Airbus A330-300 operated by Delta Air Lines was grounded on Monday after one of its engines caught fire at Orlando International Airport (MCO). The incident occurred shortly after the Atlanta-bound aircraft pushed back from the gate. Video footage of the fire and subsequent black smoke billowing into the air depicts that the plane's right engine was affected. Passengers evacuated the aircraft via slides on the left side of the aircraft as first responders attended the scene.
How Much Does It Cost To Fly A Private Jet From New York To California?

3 days ago | simpleflying.com | Patricia Green

Private jet travel has boomed in popularity since the pandemic as more people found out how flexible and convenient it was. The time saved at airports is considerable, with all the processes streamlined, efficient, and personalized. Private jets are luxurious and very comfortable as well as saving precious time.
The Story Of The World's Longest-Serving Flight Attendant

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Patricia Green

Bette Nash was a flight attendant for 66 years and showed passion and commitment to her profession. She started her career with Eastern Airlines and then worked for the Trump Shuttle, USAir, and finally American Airlines. She never retired from her job and continued well into her eighties. When reflecting on her career, she said "I'm the luckiest person in the world." Let's find out more about this astonishing lady.
How To Navigate London Heathrow Airport Like A Pro

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is undeniably the largest and most important airport in the United Kingdom, a facility through which millions of passengers will travel annually. The airport is the principal hub for British Airways, the United Kingdom’s flag carrier, as well as Virgin Atlantic, a major international airline that collaborates extensively on flights across the North Atlantic with US-based legacy carrier Delta Air Lines.
5 Ways Southwest Airlines Has Changed Under Elliott's Influence

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

Over the past 12 months, American low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines has changed drastically. Everything from the way the airline interacts with customers to the perks it offers onboard to the routes it flies has changed completely. Around nine months ago, Southwest Airlines came under vocal public criticism from Elliott Management, an activist investment management firm that acquired a stake in the airline exceeding 10%.
5 Moves Delta Air Lines Has Made Amid Economic Uncertainty

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

Over the past couple of months, the global commercial aviation industry has gone from projecting record profits in 2025 to forecasting grim earnings and a reduction in growth. No more drastically has an airline been affected by these changes than Delta Air Lines, a legacy carrier which relies heavily on business travelers and, thus, its success is inexplicably linked to the greater state of the economy as a whole.
Boeing Whitetail Jets Ordered By China Went To Air India, But Supply Drying Up

6 days ago | simpleflying.com | Chris Loh

Boeing Whitetail Jets Ordered By China Went To Air India, But Supply Drying Up Sign in to your Simple Flying account Did you know that Boeing had a notable number of surplus jets that were originally built for Chinese carriers? Abandoned by their original customers, it allowed Air India to swoop in and pick up the jets quickly leading to accelerated fleet growth.
American Airlines Partners With Qatar Airways As Official Carriers For FIFA World Cup 2026

6 days ago | simpleflying.com | Gaurav Joshi

With the next FIFA World Cup about a year away, American Airlines has bagged an important partnership deal with the tournament, joining as the Official North American Airline Supplier of the event. The carrier says that it is excited to carry fans across North America to experience the excitement of the tournament.