Kenya Airways is focusing on survival and cash conservation for the remainder of 2021, after narrowing its interim loss in the first half (H1) of the year to 11.5 billion Kenyan shillings ($103.9 million) from 14.3 billion shillings in H1 2020. 

South African carrier Comair has confirmed it will resume flights Sept. 1, after South Africa’s third COVID-19 wave triggered it to voluntarily ground itself July 5.

American Airlines has adopted a different view of its hubs during the pandemic, pivoting away from having defined roles for its largest bases and instead using them to maximize itineraries for its customers.

Virgin Australia has agreed to lease another nine Boeing 737-800s, part of an effort to grow its fleet in anticipation of a strong upcoming summer season.

Two carriers look set to boost the presence of LCCs in the Hong Kong market, which has remained at low levels compared to other countries in the region.

Hopeful of a strong recovery, the regional carrier is raising funds to acquire two more Airbus A320s and invest in maintenance infrastructure.

After more than a year in hibernation, Canada’s airlines are reawakening as the country opens back up to vaccinated travelers. 

U.S. regional carrier Piedmont Airlines and its pilots have tentatively agreed to a new contract, including a set of hiring and retention bonuses designed to create stability as traffic demand grows following the recent downturn.