DLD 498: You’re Grounded!
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The 777X is back on the ground, while an IFC vendor goes under and a couple airlines have operational issued. But it isn't all bad news… Also in this episode: * 777X test program grounded * Malaysia Airlines significant cancellations through December * Mokulele fleet troubles in Hawaii * DOJ approval of HA/AS merger * AeroShark for EVA 777F fleet * Air Canada pilots vote for strike authorization * Virgin Australia & Air New Zealand codesharing For our Patreon subscribers we have bonus content, including: * SmartSky drops out, with some impressively bad sales numbers reported * Azul adds long-haul connectivity * Hawaiian’s Starlink A330 flying * Phu Quoc's new routes * Stupid Abu Dhabi tourism stats * Alaska Airlines adds Expedia as hotel booking partner And plenty more. Enjoy the show!
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