Joanna Geraghty travel tips

JetBlue is making it easier for families to sit together on a flight for free.

JetBlue reported an underwhelming third quarter though executives remained confident that the carrier’s new strategy would soon restore its profitability. 

Skift and Intrepid Travel are pleased to announce their partnership in launching a new Climate Hub, an initiative designed to provide solutions-based journalism for the travel industry as the sector ramps up efforts to adopt sustainable practices and address the pressing challenges of climate change.

The Skift Global Forum brought travel’s most powerful people to New York, where they discussed some of the industry’s most important issues. What stood out from the event?

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Monday that it exceeded its air-traffic controller hiring goal for the fiscal year, marking the largest number of new hires in nearly a decade as it deals with a persistent shortage. 

20 CEOs. 35 sessions in all. The Skift Global Forum ran from September 17 – 19 with loads of insights into the future of travel. We heard from the biggest hotel operators, OTAs, tourism boards and other leaders of the industry. 

Good morning from Skift. It’s Friday, September 20, and here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.

Nearly nine months into the job, JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty has dealt with an activist investor, Pratt and Whitney engine issues and the fallout of JetBlue’s failed merger with Spirit Airlines. 

WHY IT RATES: The major U.S. carrier announced an addition to the leadership team.—Donald Wood, Breaking News Senior Writer.

JetBlue raised its third-quarter guidance Thursday primarily due to an uptick in bookings, particularly in Latin America. 

Could a JetBlue domestic first class be around the corner? Some top industry analysts think so.

As the aviation industry navigates and prepares for future growth, two events must be on every aviation professional’s calendar: Skift Global Forum in New York City (September 17-19) and the Skift Aviation Forum in Dallas (November 12). These forums present invaluable opportunities to gain insights from top industry leaders. Here is a snapshot of just a few of the leaders who will be taking the stage at each event:

JetBlue posted a surprise quarterly profit of $25 million as it seeks to revamp its strategy following the collapse of its merger with Spirit Airlines. 

When JetBlue debuted its swanky Mint cabin a decade ago, there were plenty of skeptics. Essentially a lie-flat business-class seat, Mint marked a dramatic departure from the egalitarian cabins that had defined the airline since its launch in 2000.

JetBlue is making a big change to its baggage policy. From September, the airline will allow all passengers — even those on its most restrictive ‘Blue Basic’ fare — to bring a carry-on bag for no extra charge. 

JetBlue is expanding to a new airport in New York – one that's not far from its home base.

JetBlue is seeking a codeshare with British Airways, which would allow the two carriers to significantly expand their networks in the U.S. and Europe. 

JetBlue is planning a sprawling new partnership with British Airways, through which the two airlines would link significant parts of their networks across the U.S. and Europe.

JetBlue is making big cuts to its transatlantic network for the coming winter season. Analysis of new schedules shows almost one-third of its European capacity will be removed by the end of October. Notably, the changes are in addition to flights that were already due to be operated seasonally.

JetBlue is doubling down on Puerto Rico, slashing service from New York's LaGuardia Airport (LGA), scaling back its winter Europe offerings, and deploying more of its Mint-equipped jets throughout North America.

Good morning from Skift. It’s Wednesday, April 24. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.

As the airline industry enjoys an enduring surge in demand for premium and international travel, JetBlue is taking a hit.