Learning from the past: Lessons for big airlines
Having crossed paths in an airport lounge with a senior manager from one of Europe's largest airlines, it was strikingly clear that in this industry we have short memories or we need to be better at learning from the experiences of others. And perhaps, that my generation of executives who are now in leadership roles haven't learned enough from our predecessors. In this lengthy conversation it seemed clear that this manager credits the success of airlines in the United States
The sun is shining, but the dominos are falling as airlines begin to collapse
As we hit mid-November, a crisp wintery air is sweeping across Europe, bringing with it a feeling of freshness and clearing the hustle and bustle of summer. But as the fresh, clean and crisp air of winter rolls into Europe, another reality also sets in - not every airline will make it through a cold winter. We say farewell to Estonian Air and Intersky this month and we expect another handful wont make it to next summer. Airlines finally begin to enjoy the benefits of lower fu
