Arik De has abruptly left Etihad Airways as Chief Revenue & Commercial Officer, raising questions about the circumstances behind his departure. His farewell message highlights the airline’s revenue growth and transformation, while commentary has focused on management culture and the absence of an announced successor. The reason for his exit remains unconfirmed as Etihad prepares for its next phase of commercial leadership.
Financial Results
Singapore Airlines shares rose 5.8% as easing Middle East tensions, lower crude oil prices, and stronger FIFA World Cup travel demand improved investor sentiment.
Delta Air Lines (DL) reported $5.0 billion in net income for the full year 2025, dwarfing United Airlines (UA) at $3.4 billion and American Airlines (AA) at just $111 million.
Lufthansa (LH), Europe’s largest airline group, claims the core Lufthansa brand loss €274 million in the first half of 2025, dragging down overall group profits despite a €149 million gain for Lufthansa Group.
Japan Airlines (JL) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) report soaring profits from heightened business travel amid US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
American Airlines (AA) CEO Robert Isom strongly criticized Delta Air Lines (DL) for its use of artificial intelligence (AI) in fare pricing, labeling it a breach of customer trust.
Air India (AI), operating out of Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), reported a consolidated net loss of ₹10,859 crore for the financial year 2024–25 (FY25), despite generating revenue of ₹78,636 crore.
United Airlines (UA) CEO Scott Kirby praises Ryanair (FR) as the world’s only successful low cost carrier, citing its strategic focus on low-cost airports.
Etihad Airways (EY) reported a record profit after tax of AED 685 million (USD 187 million) in Q1 2025, reflecting a 30% YoY increase.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) is awarding staff an extraordinary profit-sharing bonus equal to 7.45 months of base pay after posting a record FY2024 net profit of $2.78 billion.