Gordon Smith

Gordon Smith is Airlines Editor at Skift and Editor at Airline Weekly. He’s been writing about the sector for more than a decade and enjoyed a front-row seat for some of the aviation industry’s biggest stories. Since joining Skift in January 2024, he has interviewed more than a dozen global airline CEOs, often helping make headlines along the way (special thanks to Michael O’Leary!). His informed insights have led to contributions for international media, including the London Evening Standard and Canada’s CBC Radio.

Latest Stories

Airlines

7 Most Extreme Flight Diversions as Storm Isha Hits U.K. and Ireland

The ferocity of the storm meant planes had to travel much further than usual to find a safe diversion airport to land, with some domestic flights being rerouted internationally.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago

Airlines

Inside the First-Ever Oneworld Airport Lounge

With a funky design and innovative features, the new Seoul lounge has the potential to re-establish the oneworld alliance's market position.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago

Airline Weekly

Judge to JetBlue: No Merger for You

And just like that, JetBlue’s plans are up in smoke. A federal judge last week ruled that no, JetBlue cannot buy its rival Spirit, agreeing with the U.S. Justice Department that the deal would violate antitrust laws designed to protect consumers.

8 months ago

Airlines

Four Ways to Avoid a Schwarzenegger-Style Airport Grilling

Traveling overseas should be an exciting experience, but you might be surprised to learn about local laws that could land you in big trouble at the airport.

Gordon Smith and Meghna Maharishi, Skift | 8 months ago

Airlines

First Look Onboard Air India’s A350 Flagship: Is It Worth the Wait?

With the airline focusing so many of its turnaround initiatives on the A350, the jet marks a huge opportunity to showcase the new Air India to the world.

Ajay Awtaney, Skift | 8 months ago

Airlines

Japan Airlines Names Former Flight Attendant as First Female President

Tottori’s appointment is all the more significant in a country which continues to grapple with gender equality issues.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago

Airlines

A New European Airline Is Coming to Atlanta This Summer: Here’s Why It Matters

The prospect of another carrier at the world’s busiest airport might not sound too exciting, but this new arrival tells part of a much bigger story.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago

Airlines

Lufthansa Returns to Israel, When Will U.S. and Other Major Airlines Follow?

Lufthansa has kicked off a flurry of route resumptions to Tel Aviv, but some major carriers aren't ready to return just yet.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago

Airlines

Boeing Outclassed as Airbus Posts Record-Breaking Orderbook

This is the fifth consecutive year that Airbus has delivered more planes than Boeing, but recent events make the gulf between the companies feel even wider.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago

Airlines

Get Ready For a New Delta Flagship: the Airbus A350-1000 is Coming

Delta is promising “world-class amenities” and more premium seating onboard a jet that it hopes will reaffirm its position as a leading legacy carrier.

Gordon Smith | 8 months ago