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American Airlines' Mystery Ghost Flights Across the Atlantic

2025-09-08

American Airlines is operating 20 round-trip transatlantic flights between Philadelphia and Edinburgh this month, completely empty of passengers and cargo. This unusual operation is in preparation for the arrival of the longer-range Airbus A321XLR. To train pilots for transatlantic operations, the airline needs check airmen experienced on Airbus jets, requiring this costly training exercise. The flights, using a brand new Airbus A321neo, are estimated to cost over a million dollars, sparking debate about training methods and cost-effectiveness. The flights are essentially a massive training exercise to certify pilots on transatlantic operations with the Airbus A321neo, in anticipation of the upcoming A321XLR.

Transborder Flight Bookings Between US and Canada Plummet Over 70%

2025-03-26

Recent data reveals a dramatic drop of over 70% in transborder flight bookings between the United States and Canada. Aviation analytics firm OAG shows a 71.4% to 75.7% decrease in bookings for April through September compared to the same period last year. April bookings alone are down 75.7%. While airlines have reduced some flights, it's far from enough to match the massive demand decline. This presents a significant challenge for airline route planning, requiring substantial adjustments to reflect current realities.