‘Miracle on the Hudson’ pilot Chesly Sullenberger inducted into US Aviation Hall of Fame Sullenberger landed a disabled passenger plane safely in the Hudson River in 2009 without any loss of life The Guardian - US · 14h ago
United CEO Scott Kirby tells Gen Z interns to ditch excuses—it’s a mantra he learned in Air Force training: ‘Figure out how to overcome it' United Airlines’ 58-year-old CEO shares the first mantra he learned while training as a pilot—and one that was recently publicly put to the test. Fortune · Aug 14
Pilot known for ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ river plane landing reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis Chesley Sullenberger, 75, safely landed a US Airways flight carrying 155 people in New York’s Hudson River in 2009 The Guardian - US · Jul 14
United CEO Scott Kirby and American CEO Robert Isom were once colleagues known as ‘the dream team.’ Now Kirby wants to acquire his rival The dueling CEOs of United and American have a long history of circling each other in the industry. Fortune · Apr 18
From Hero Pilot to Public Figure: Chesley Sullenberger’s Net Worth When people search for Sully Sullenberger’s net worth, they’re often curious about how a man who became famous for saving lives has managed his finances over the years. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger is not a celebrity in the traditional sense, but his story resonates because it combines discipline, service, and a once-in-a-lifetime… Thousandaire · Dec 9, 2025
What could have caused the Air India crash? An expert examines the proposed failure scenarios The recent crash of an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Ahmedabad has prompted widespread discussion about potential causes. As an expert with a background in aircraft design, I would not attempt to speculate on the cause of the incident. We should wait for the crash investigators to carry out… The Conversation · Jun 17, 2025
Behind the tailspin at American Airlines that has sent debt soaring, investors fleeing, and the stock plunging 90% to a level one analyst calls ‘bonkers’ Out of the Big Four airlines, American's valuation is the lowest by a wide margin, meaning that investors wager that it will do far, far worse going forward than its beaten-down peers. Fortune · Nov 11, 2023
Biden administration takes on JetBlue as its fight against industry consolidation goes to court The Biden administration and JetBlue Airways are facing off in court over the Biden administration's effort to stop JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
Judge strikes down American Airlines, JetBlue alliance in antitrust triumph for Biden The Department of Justice ruled on Friday that American Airlines and JetBlue Airways must dismantle the carriers’ long-term partnership. Tribune News Service · May 19, 2023
Commentary: Would a JetBlue and Spirit merger be all that bad for travelers? JetBlue is seeking permission to merge with Spirit Airlines. The U.S. Department of Justice is working to block the purchase. Does this make sense for air travelers? Chicago Tribune · Mar 27, 2023
JetBlue merger with Spirit not cleared for takeoff – why Justice Department is suing to scupper deal The U.S. Department of Justice has intervened to block a proposed deal that would see carrier JetBlue buy budget service Spirit Airlines. The Conversation · Mar 11, 2023
Former American Airlines CEO Doug Parker stepping down as chairman Former American Airlines CEO Doug Parker, who led the company through the merger that brought together American Airlines and US Airways to form the world’s largest carrier, is stepping down as the company’s chairman at the end of April, the company said Thursday. Tribune News Service · Feb 23, 2023
Exec says American Airlines lost track of valuable JFK slots in US Airways merger American Airlines lost track of coveted space at JFK International Airport in New York following its merger with US Airways, resulting in the carrier giving up flights at one of the world’s most competitive airports, a top executive testified Friday. Tribune News Service · Oct 1, 2022