United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying the first two demonstration satellites for Amazon’s Project Kuiper broadband internet constellation stands ready for launch on pad 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on October 5, 2023 in Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States. Paul Hennessey | Anadolu Agency | Getty Images United Launch Alliance Atlas V …
The company’s prototype vehicle “Hopper2” flies during a low-altitude launch and landing demonstration on Sept. 17, 2023 in Moses Lake, Washington. Stoke Space Washington-based startup Stoke Space has secured $100 million in new funding in its pursuit to develop a fully reusable rocket called “Nova.” The latest investment round for Stoke was led by Industrious …
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by United Airlines takes off at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on January 9, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. David McNew | Getty Images United Airlines is ordering 110 additional Boeing and Airbus jetliners, locking in a supply of new planes into the next decade as strong demand and supply …
JetBlue Airways aircraft are pictured at departure gates at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Fred Prouser | Reuters JetBlue Airways announced plans to increase flight attendant pay in 2026 and received support from the cabin crews’ union for its acquisition of budget carrier Spirit Airlines. In November, flight attendants will receive a …
Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, from United Airlines, taking off from Barcelona Airport in Barcelona on March 28, 2023. JanValls | Nurphoto | Getty Images United Airlines pilots recently ratified a new contract with substantial pay raises, with compensation increasing up to 40.2% over a four-year period. This agreement marks the last of the three largest U.S. …
A Boeing 777x is displayed during the International Paris Air Show at the ParisLe Bourget Airport, on June 20, 2023. Geoffroy Van Der Hasselt | AFP | Getty Images Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun is optimistic about the recovery of travel demand, which he said is stronger than he expected. “Yes, it is resilient. It’s more …
Delta Air Lines Boeing 717-200 airplane as seen on the final approach landing at New York JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport, NYC, USA. NurPhoto / Contributor Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian announced that the airline will be making “modifications” to its loyalty program in the next few weeks, following customer backlash over the …
An uncaptioned image posted on the company’s website appears to show Starshield technology in orbit. SpaceX The Pentagon has awarded Elon Musk’s SpaceX its first confirmed contract for the Starshield network it’s developing, a military-specific version of the company’s Starlink satellite internet system, according to a statement released by the defense agency on Wednesday. A …
Blue Origin LLC, the space venture founded by Jeff Bezos, will undergo a leadership change. Current CEO Bob Smith will retire on December 4 and will be replaced by Dave Limp, a senior executive at Amazon.com Inc. Smith will remain with the company until January 2 to facilitate a smooth transition. Limp will join Blue …
Delta’s new SkyClub at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Leslie Josephs/CNBC Delta Air Lines is implementing changes to the way customers earn elite frequent flyer status, making it more challenging for many American Express cardholders to access the carrier’s airport lounges. This decision reflects the evolving landscape of luxury air travel. Effective …