Episodes 431
Avg. Duration 28m
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Since Jul 2015
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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The editors of Airline Weekly discuss the most interesting developments within the commercial airline industry. In keeping with Airline Weekly’s style, conversation generally centers on one question: How do you make money in this industry?  Presented by WEX.

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The IATA AGM Debrief

Jun 11, 2026 40m

Gordon joins Jay from Rio as the IATA AGM wraps. The two then turn to Brazil itself: one of the world's largest aviation markets, and one of its most consolidated — a combination that shapes…

Inside the Minds of America's Airline CEOs

Jun 04, 2026 38m

Gordon and Jay decode the most revealing CEO commentary from the Bernstein investor conference — what executives signaled about capacity, consolidation, and the months ahead. Then they look forward…

EasyJet's Tricky Quarter and Atlanta's Crown

May 28, 2026 45m

A rough quarter for easyJet has the numbers telling a stark story. In part one, Gordon and Jay dig into a -27% operating margin and the missteps, market pressures, and industry dynamics behind it. In…

The Airline Europe Wrote Off — and Shouldn't Have

May 21, 2026 39m

Gordon and Jay unpack how Iberia engineered one of the most dramatic financial turnarounds in modern airline history. Plus: Singapore Airlines posts a solid start to the year, but its Air India stake…

The Profit Gap Splitting U.S. Airlines

May 15, 2026 27m

Gordon sits down with Skift airlines reporter Meghna Maharishi to break down a revealing Q1 earnings season for U.S. carriers — separating the standouts from the strugglers. Plus: the latest merger…

Spirit Airlines: The Post-Mortem

May 07, 2026 38m

Spirit Airlines is the first major U.S. carrier to go out of business in more than two decades. In this special edition, Gordon is joined by Jay and Meghna to unpack what went wrong — from blocked…

What's Going Wrong at JetBlue?

Apr 30, 2026 33m

Gordon and Jay open with JetBlue's latest quarterly results, unpacking what's behind the airline's struggles and what it might take to get back on course. Then they turn to Norwegian, where a strong…

Will Washington Save Spirit Airlines?

Apr 23, 2026 35m

Could the U.S. Government shore up Spirit Airlines? Gordon and Jay break down the latest industry chatter about the troubled carrier's future, including fresh commentary from President Trump. Then…

Could United Really Merge with American Airlines?

Apr 16, 2026 27m

Will two of America's biggest airlines become one? Gordon and Jay dig into whether a United-American mega-merger is actually on the table and ask what further consolidation would mean for the…

Delta Confronts the Oil Price Crisis

Apr 09, 2026 41m

Delta’s latest results are in and the fuel price challenge is front and center. Gordon, Jay, and Meghna dive into what the numbers say about the airline’s strategy and resilience. In part two, the…

Who Will Lead IATA Next?

Apr 02, 2026 40m

Gordon and Jay unpack major leadership moves shaping the industry, from Willie Walsh’s shift to IndiGo to Michael Rousseau’s departure from Air Canada. Later, they dive into fuel prices and what’s…

An Aviation Crisis – with a Twist

Mar 26, 2026 28m

In part one, Gordon and Jay unpack a whirlwind few days for the global airline industry, including fresh insights on jet fuel prices. In part two, the conversation turns to intriguing developments at…

Making Sense of the Fuel Price Crisis

Mar 19, 2026 41m

Fuel accounts for roughly 20–30% of an airline’s operating costs—so when prices surge, the impact can be immediate and significant. In this week’s show, Gordon and Jay break down how U.S. airlines…

Jet Fuel Shock & Shutdown TSA Lines: Airlines Brace for a Volatile Spring

Mar 12, 2026 40m

Jay Shabat is joined by Meghna Maharishi and Skift's Head of Research Seth Borko for a crossover Airline Weekly Lounge that hits two pressure points at once: a sudden jet fuel spike and the growing…

A Gulf Airline Crisis Like No Other

Mar 05, 2026 49m

In a week when the world's busiest international airline ground to a halt and Gulf hubs faced aerial attack, Gordon and Jay explore the impact of the Iran war on the aviation industry. In part two,…

Is Singapore Airlines Still A Profit Superstar?

Feb 26, 2026 36m

In part one, Gordon and Jay review the latest numbers from Singapore Airlines and explain why context is key when determining success. In part two, we preview the annual results from British Airways…

American Airlines Is Falling Behind. Here’s Why

Feb 19, 2026 28m

Delta and United are dominating airline profits while American falls behind, and Frontier struggles to recover. Jay Shabat and Meghna Maharishi break down airline earnings, American’s leadership…

Icelandair: Moving in the Right Direction?

Feb 12, 2026 38m

In part one of this week's show, Gordon and Jay crunch the latest financials from Icelandair and discuss how it plans to become sustainably profitable. In part two, the conversation turns to global…

Japan Airlines vs. ANA: Who's On Top?

Feb 05, 2026 34m

In this week's show, Gordon and Jay discuss the latest results from Japan's two mega-airline groups. With inbound visitor numbers soaring, but domestic air travel down, we analyze the key financial…

U.S. Earnings Season: Half-Time Report

Jan 29, 2026 36m

In part one of this week's show, Gordon and Jay discuss the latest quarterly earnings from American Airlines and JetBlue. In part two, the discussion turns to Ryanair, with a deep dive into its…

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