Greg Kennedy

Are you looking to expand your flight school and increase your fleet's efficiency? Sierra Charlie Aviation’s journey from 2 to 17 aircraft is a true testament to what’s possible when you embrace innovation and scalability. How did they do it? Discover how they leveraged Flight Schedule Pro’s platform to streamline operations, improve customer experience, and support rapid growth. Don’t miss out on the key takeaways that could transform your flight school’s future. Read the full story here: https://hubs.li/Q02Y-RfC0 #AviationGrowth #FlightTraining #InnovationInAviation

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Let's learn some new tips from DoT !

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Seattle-based Alaska Air Group, which includes Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Holdings, Horizon Air and McGee Air Services, announced the launch of Alaska Accelerate, its three-year strategic plan to deliver $1 billion in incremental profit following the combination with Hawaiian Airlines. 👉 𝐓𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dbhKHAQF "There has never been a more exciting time to be a part of Alaska Air Group," says Ben Minicucci, CEO, Alaska Air Group. "We have built a winning business model that has enabled us to outperform the industry over the past two decades. Now, with the combination with Hawaiian Airlines, we will transform our business and solidify our competitive advantage for years to come.” Shane Tackett, Jason Berry, #AlaskaAirlines #HawaiianAirlines #AlaskaAccelerate #aircargo #aircraft #HawaiianHoldings #HorizonAir #McGeeAirServices

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Fascinating table from Alaska's December 10 investor day presentation. The airline disclosed revenue shares from various cabin products. While not specifically described, I believe the "Revenue" column represents "passenger ticket revenue," which for quarters 1-3 of 2025 represented 85% of total airline revenue.* PC refers to Premium Class - that distinct cabin between economy and domestic first. The results include Hawaiian. Doing the math, reveals premium economy (Saver) generates 11% of airline revenue (85% x 13%). *Hawaiian's results were integrated into financials as of September 18, 2024. #AlaskaAirlines #AirlineData #AirlineRevenue

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Big news from GoJet Airlines! Check it out below ✈️

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Frontier Airlines launches an Unlimited air pass all network for $299 valid one year as of May1st 2025 #aviation #frontier T4EX

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Course Correction: American Airlines abandons aggressive distribution strategy against indirect channels ✈ 🔄 📉   American Airlines recently decided to change its approach to how it sells tickets. Previously, the airline tried to cut out middlemen and aggressively pushed for a new ticket distribution system called New Distribution Capability (NDC). However, this strategy received a lot of criticism from both intermediaries and customers who complained about a lack of transparency and reduced consumer choice, and has now led to a noticeable drop in revenue. According to AA CEO Robert Isom, “the changes that we have made to our sales and distribution strategy” have partly caused this decline. In response, Isom promised that American Airlines will reconsider its aggressive approach and make sure its tickets are available wherever customers prefer to buy them.   This shift highlights that airlines and the intermediaries who sell their tickets are more reliant on each other than some industry leaders initially thought. Overall, these changes suggest that for the best customer experience, airlines need to ensure their tickets are widely accessible and easy to book. Read more about American Airlines’ announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eEDgQiEy

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New issue preview: Read our 12 takeaways from Q2 U.S. airline earnings https://hubs.li/Q02L3V6z0

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For those looking for industry research on the current market conditions, the OGARA report by OGARAJETS is a must-read. Comprehensive insights into the private lift industry with in-depth aircraft classification analysis.

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Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines are once again in early merger talks, signaling potential consolidation in the ultra-low-cost carrier market. While still in preliminary stages, this deal could be key to Spirit’s debt restructuring. As both airlines navigate financial challenges, the merger could reshape competition and capacity in the industry. What are the most critical factors that should be considered in airline mergers to ensure long-term sustainability and customer benefits? https://lnkd.in/gmfi5JNM

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Aviation Week Network just released its 2024 Operations Planning Guide. Author Paul LaFata once again asked API's Sheryl Barden, CAM to share her insights on #bizav salaries and #workforce challenges. Sheryl's Key Points: 💰  #Compensation adjustments are critical to retain and attract flight crews. 💼 Internal compensation #equity issues are emerging as flight crew salaries climb. 📈 Jobs are being recalibrated to justify salary increases. 💲 Discerning aircraft owners are willing to pay top dollar for experienced crews. 🔧 Maintenance salaries are rising due to a shortage of A&Ps and high retirement rates. 🔧 Maintenance roles now involve strategic planning as aircraft technology becomes more sophisticated. 🛫 Business aviation flight departments are staffing more to accommodate frequent flying and ensure work-life balance. 💰 Bonuses, restricted stock, retention bonuses, work-life balance, and general working conditions are key to mitigating personnel churn and attracting talent. 🔍 Flight departments are hiring tactically and strategically to meet corporate standards. 👉 Don't miss this comprehensive resource! https://lnkd.in/gKgXJDK5 #AviationNews #BusinessAviation #AviationSalaries #FlightOps #AviationCareers #OperationsGuide2024 #BCA

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Hurricane Helene and a brief IT outage for Alaska Airlines are just the latest disruptions delaying - and often grounding - #flights. Disruptions are said to cost the #airline industry $60 billion annually, a substantial amount in an industry suffering from thin margins. While airlines say #passenger communication and greater personalization are challenges, there are technologies and processes leaders believe would help them better navigate disruptions: https://bit.ly/3TOulDm #travelnews #traveltech #travelindustry

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