United’s board, Munoz agree he will not become chairman next year

The board of directors of Chicago-based United Continental Holdings, the parent company of United Airlines, has for the second time in two years amended CEO Oscar Munoz’s contract to deny him the role of board chairman.

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US regional Republic poised to emerge from Chapter 11

A US federal bankruptcy judge in New York has approved the reorganization plan of Indianapolis-based Republic Airways Holdings, paving the way for Republic to exit Chapter 11 protection.

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Hawaiian posts $37 million 1Q net profit; A321neos to come in October

Hawaiian Holdings, parent of Hawaiian Airlines, reported a $36.9 million net profit for the 2017 first quarter, down 28.3% from a $51.5 million net income in 1Q 2016.

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Jordanian charter carrier Royal Wings to start scheduled flights

Royal Jordanian’s charter subsidiary, Royal Wings, will reinforce its initial scheduled services from the Jordanian resort of Aqaba, with a second destination.

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Iberia reveals first premium-economy routes

Spanish flag carrier Iberia has unveiled its first Airbus A340-600 fitted with new premium-economy seats and revealed first routes.

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Air France takes delivery of second Boeing 787-9

Air France has taken delivery of its second Boeing 787-9, which is scheduled to enter revenue service May 1 to Montreal.

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• Schiphol Airport boosts capacity with temporary departure hall
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• Aegean’s passenger growth up 5% in 1Q 2017
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ALPA: WestJet pilots ‘ready for a certified union’

Pilots at Calgary’s WestJet are gearing up for another attempt to unionize.

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ATW Editor’s Blog: Munoz’s apology may not be enough
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