All Posts Tagged With: "UAL"
(UAL) United Airlines Unveils New Lounge
The wholly owned subsidiary of United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) – United Airlines – launched the new United Club in Concourse A at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The 6,096-square-foot United Club – the second...4Sep2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental Holdings Unit United Airlines to Fly More E175s
United Airlines, the wholly owned subsidiary of United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) entered into a deal with partner SkyWest Airlines – an affiliate of SkyWest Inc. Per the Capacity Purchase Agreement (CPA) between the two carriers,...23Aug2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(ERJ) Embraer Clinches Potential $8.3 Billion Deal
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer S.A. (ERJ) clinched a major contract with the world’s largest regional airline group SkyWest Inc. (SKYW) to sell as many...19Aug2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) Delta Air Lines Second Quarter Aided by Low Fuel Costs
One of the major U.S. airlines, Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) has projected a favorable second quarter owing to the prevailing low fuel prices. The company expects profit improvement with significant margin expansion along with stability...8Jun2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(JBLU) JetBlue Airways Traffic Rises in April
After of traffic growth in Mar 2013, JetBlue Airways (JBLU) experienced another month of rising traffic across its network. For the month of Apr 2013, the carrier reported airline traffic – measured in revenue passenger miles or...23May2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental Holdings in Deal with Embraer
United Airlines, the wholly owned subsidiary of United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL), has agreed to buy 30 Embraer 175 regional jets. The deal, estimated at about $4 billion, also has the option of 40 additional purchases. These...13May2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(JBLU) JetBlue Lags Forecasts on First Quarter Earnings
The discounted U.S. airline JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) delivered weak first quarter 2013 results on the aftereffects of the Hurricane Sandy along with high expenses associated with aircraft maintenance and salaries and wages. The...2May2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental Holdings Posts Narrower Loss
The largest U.S. airline – United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) – reported better-than-expected results in first quarter 2013. The company’s performance was supported by better operational activities and services that somewhat...28Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(LUV) Southwest Airlines Unveils Flights to Five Cities
For the first time ever, domestic top-notch carrier Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) introduced flights to five cities in one day. This move underlines the company’s endeavors to expand its foothold outside the 48 contiguous states...27Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental Holdings Targets to Save More Fuel
Apart from implementing various strategic initiatives to boost the profitability level and render greater customer satisfaction, United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) is taking measures to do its bit in making the world a greener...25Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(BA) Airline Industry Stock Outlook – Apr 2013 – Zacks Analyst Interviews
Leaving behind the effects of an unstable oil price scenario and sluggish world trade, the global airline industry is expected to perk up through 2013 on improved passenger traffic and freight volumes. This improved backdrop is reflected in the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA)...21Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(JBLU) JetBlue Airway’s Traffic Remains High in March
JetBlue Airways (JBLU) posted high single-digit traffic growth for Mar 2013 on the back of efficient operations and various strategic steps that are bringing in more passengers. The company’s airline traffic – measured...18Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(LUV) Southwest Airlines Posts Better March Traffic
After experiencing not-so-favorable traffic figures over the last two months, Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) witnessed traffic and capacity growth in March 2013. The results were influenced by the increased number of passengers traveled...18Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) Delta and Virgin Approach Department of Transportation with Antitrust Immunity Application
Delta Air Lines (DAL) and Virgin Atlantic Airways Ltd. submitted an antitrust immunity (ATI) application with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DoT) for their proposed joint venture. The companies are seeking antitrust immunity...18Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(BA) Boeing Gets Orders for 777-300 ERs
Aerospace giant The Boeing Company (BA) announced it received a commitment from Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) for the purchase of six 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes. The cost of the airplanes will be $1.9 billion at current...15Mar2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(JBLU) JetBlue Airways Teams Up with Asiana
U.S. low fare airline JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) entered into a collaboration with South Korea’s prime carrier Asiana Airlines. As per the interline agreement between the companies, networks of both the airlines will...11Feb2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) Delta Air Lines Offers Luxuries with New Ties
Delta Air Lines (DAL) is collaborating with top brands like Malin+Goetz and Tumi Holdings, Inc. (TUMI) to offer travel luxuries to BusinessElite passengers. BusinessElite...5Feb2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) Delta Air Lines to Open New Airport Terrace
With the thought of providing a comfortable lounge experience to flyers, Delta Air Lines (DAL) joined hands with an international design group – Architectural Digest – to upgrade outdoor terraces. These first-ever open-air airport...30Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(LUV) Southwest Airlines Earnings Tops Forecast
Leading U.S. low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) reported mixed fourth quarter and full-year 2012 results, owing to contributions from the strategic steps taken by management and better bookings, partially offset higher expenses...29Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) Delta Air Lines Unveils New Inflight iPad App
Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL), one of the leading U.S. airlines, has launched its new Fly Delta application for iPad users. The offering, labeled Glass Bottom Jet, allows iPad users to access maps and social networking while flying on...20Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental Holdings’ Boeing Dreamliner 787 Starts Flying
United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) announced that its subsidiary – United Airlines – will start operating its 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The services will be available daily and nonstop between the Los Angeles International Airport...4Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) Airline Stock Outlook & Review – December 2012 – Industry Outlook
Going into 2013, the outlook for the global airline industry is likely to remain clouded by the uncertain economic backdrop, particularly the unsettled European situation. These factors are expected to offset the positive impacts from increased passenger traffic and an improved freight market. The...14Dec2012 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(JBLU) Jet Blue Airways to Exit Pittsburgh-NYC Route
Jet Blue Airways Corporation (JBLU), the U.S.-based low cost passenger carrier, has decided to stop its New York-Pittsburgh route from February next year. Air fares are expected to go up following the...4Dec2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(JBLU) JetBlue Airways Beats Earnings Forecast
One of the leading low-cost airlines – JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) reported third-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 14 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2 cents. Earnings also increased by a significant...11Nov2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(LUV) Southwest Airlines Beats Expectations by a Penny
Before the opening bell, the largest U.S. low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) reported its third quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 13 cents per share that slivered past the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny. The quarter’s...9Nov2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental Holdings’ Third Quarter Profit Narrows
United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) – the largest U.S. airline – reported lackluster performance in the third quarter of 2012. Adjusted earnings of $1.35 per share slid 32.5% from the year-ago quarter and missed the Zacks Consensus...5Nov2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) United Continental – Bear of the Day
We are downgrading our recommendation on United Continental (UAL) to Underperform based on concerns over travel demand and pricing, which is expected to result in weak traffic in the third quarter. The company generated a lackluster...22Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(RPM) Mixed Air Traffic for September
Airlines’ struggle with rising fuel costs and weak business travel demand are leading to lower traffic and profits. Though fare hikes helped some U.S. air carriers to somewhat manage September traffic in green, the earnings estimates are still trending downward on the back of numerous macroeconomic...18Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(UAL) International Air Transport Association Ups 2012 Profit Outlook
The outlook for global airline industry is improving on the back of strong performances of the air carriers even amidst the global economic uncertainties. The global industry is set to benefit from the ongoing new investments in fleet, efficient cost control measures, capacity management and consolidation...9Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(DAL) August Air Traffic Adds Paltry Gains
Airlines’ struggle with rising fuel costs and weak business travel demand are leading to lower traffic and profits. Though fare hikes helped the major U.S. air carriers to somewhat manage August traffic in green, the earnings estimates are still trending downwards on the back of numerous macroeconomic...2Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued