Saudi Arabia’s Aviation Ambitions Under Siege: A Crisis of Security and Strategy

By Gordon Smith, Airlines Editor October 12, 2026 For years, Saudi Arabia has functioned as the world’s most ambitious construction site. Under the banner of Vision 2030, the Kingdom has…

The Digital Liquidation: Spirit Airlines’ $10 Million Data Sale Sparks Legal and Ethical Firestorm

In the high-stakes world of corporate bankruptcy, assets are typically tangible: aircraft, engine parts, airport slots, and real estate. However, as Spirit Airlines navigates its final dissolution, a controversial $10…

The Plateau of Travel: August 2026 Skift Health Index Reveals a Market at a Crossroads

Global travel performance in August 2026 hit a definitive plateau, according to the latest Skift Travel Health Index. With a composite score of 100—exactly matching the performance metrics recorded in…

Delta Air Lines’ High-Stakes Riyadh Gambit: A Strategic Gamble Amid Regional Volatility

By Editorial Staff Delta Air Lines is poised to make aviation history on October 23, with the launch of its inaugural nonstop service connecting Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to King…

The Gulf’s Great Pivot: Assessing the Future of Travel Amid Geopolitical Volatility

For five years, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states operated under a narrative of inevitable, exponential growth. From the towering cranes of Riyadh to the luxury-drenched horizons of Dubai and…

India’s Audacious Tourism Vision: Can It Reach 100 Million Arrivals by 2047?

Introduction: The Great Indian Tourism Ambition At the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) summit in Malta, Indian Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat stood before a global audience of industry…

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian Signals Resilience: Air Travel Demand Remains Robust Despite Steep Fare Hikes

Introduction: The New Economics of Flight In a landscape defined by economic volatility, inflationary pressures, and shifting consumer priorities, the airline industry has faced a critical test of demand elasticity.…

Delta Air Lines Navigates Economic Headwinds: Adjusting 2026 Outlook Amid Fuel Price Surge

In an industry defined by razor-thin margins and volatility, Delta Air Lines has once again demonstrated its resilience, even as it navigates a challenging macroeconomic landscape. The Atlanta-based carrier, long…

Consolidation in Travel Tech: Duetto Acquires Flyr Hospitality to Solidify Revenue Management Dominance

By Sean O’Neill | October 8, 2026 In a significant consolidation within the travel technology sector, Duetto—the hotel revenue management software titan backed by private equity firm GrowthCurve Capital—announced on…

Scaling Trust: How Amex GBT Is Navigating the AI Frontier with Regulatory Rigor

At the Skift Data & AI Summit Europe, the conversation surrounding artificial intelligence shifted from the typical enthusiasm for "next-gen" capabilities to a more grounded, essential discussion: the mechanics of…