----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Airline Industry Report SmartBrief <[email protected]> To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:42:40 AM PDT Subject: Measles warning, staffing issues disrupt flights at ORD <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCttjoNL.gif?format=multipart> Plus, FAA cuts SFO arrivals to 36 per hour, expects more delays <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfBoaDdmnwalsblZ> Created for [email protected] | Web Version <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfyAaDdmnwalgiZw?format=multipart> April 1, 2026 CONNECT WITH SMARTBRIEF CONNECT WITH SMARTBRIEF <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgcsaDdmnwalpHTn> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgfgaDdmnwalqseG> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcghUaDdmnwalswMH> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgkIaDdmnwalvVTu> News for the airline industry <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgnwaDdmnwalAPBV?format=multipart> SIGN UP ⋅ <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgqkaDdmnwalHdHK?format=multipart> SHARE Top Airline News <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcecsaDdmnwalmSZT> Delayed flights at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Anadolu/Getty Images) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcecsaDdmnwalmSZT?format=multipart> Measles warning, staffing issues disrupt flights at ORD United Airlines experienced a significant increase in flight cancellations at Chicago O'Hare International Airport due to multiple ground stop orders by the Federal Aviation Administration. The disruptions were caused by thunderstorms, staffing issues and airspace volume, resulting in O'Hare having the most flight disruptions worldwide. Additionally, a measles exposure warning was issued at the airport, further complicating operations. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcecsaDdmnwalmSZT?format=multipart> TheTravel (4/1) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgsYaDdmnwalOMnN> INDUSTRY WATCH <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcefgaDdmnwalnDlm?format=multipart> Southwest adds flights for Final Four fans; tickets sell out Southwest Airlines has added two nonstop round-trip flights to Indianapolis International Airport from Bradley International Airport in Connecticut and Tucson International Airport to accommodate fans traveling to the NCAA Final Four. The flights, however, sold out within an hour of the announcement. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcefgaDdmnwalnDlm?format=multipart> The Indianapolis Star (tiered subscription model) (3/31) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgvMaDdmnwalXPCy> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcehUaDdmnwalpHTn?format=multipart> Alaska Airlines adapts Hawaiian's 787 business class for global routes Alaska Airlines has introduced its first dedicated long-haul business class cabin on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners as part of its expansion into international markets. The International Business Class suites, debuting this spring, are based on Hawaiian Airlines' Leihōkū Suites, with updates to reflect Alaska's brand. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcehUaDdmnwalpHTn?format=multipart> Aerospace Global News (4/1) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgyAaDdmnwalinHx> TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcekIaDdmnwalthaa?format=multipart> Anti-drone laser system deployed at Palm Beach airport A mobile anti-drone defense system featuring a direct energy weapon has been installed near Palm Beach International Airport to protect President Donald Trump and civilian aircraft from drone threats. The system, equipped with sensors, radar and jammers, can identify and neutralize drones using lasers and electronic scrambling. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcekIaDdmnwalthaa?format=multipart> WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, Fla.) (3/31) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcgBoaDdmnwalufUa> Featured Content Sponsored Content from Netline <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&l=EE2CD30A-C09A-4FF5-B5B6-B9C3C5B2D623&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872> 15 AI Mistakes CEOs Make and How to Avoid Them: A Guide to Human-Centered Technology Implementation <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&l=72F904F7-F699-4232-A9C9-B54F73429B21&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872> Create Your Dream Work <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&l=3C2690AD-0E10-40D8-AD76-2C5CAA430F1B&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872> All Things Innovation Releases AI-Driven Innovation & Insights Solutions Showcase <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&l=01D43E41-BE19-4BC7-80BF-2B3E9ACD1DB3&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872> Management Series: What do All Great Managers Have in Common <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&l=CE46DA0B-863A-42A2-8477-DAE59D5836C8&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872> Stay Interviews: Why And How To Use Them Successfully <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&o=FEATUREDCONTENTSINGLEAD&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872&t=FeaturedContentHeadlines> <http://r.smartbrief.com/a2?case=UP&a=C1083B1A-44AE-48F1-A9F3-6498C482CA24&c=A7FD95DF-4DB3-4FA9-B0A1-D29D0B6092F3&s=5c9ad2de-2e1c-4793-b53c-eab804067daa&o=FEATUREDCONTENTSINGLEAD&b=3E572E11-3FBC-11D5-AD13-000244141872&t=FeaturedContentHeadlines&i=F8CBDDDE-7574-45FD-9C7C-8D68841DC0D4> POLICY & REGULATORY <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcenwaDdmnwalyaIB?format=multipart> FAA cuts SFO arrivals to 36 per hour, expects more delays The Federal Aviation Administration has reduced the maximum hourly flight arrivals at San Francisco International Airport from 54 to 36 following a review of side-by-side approach procedures, which the FAA deemed unsafe. This change, coinciding with a runway repair, is expected to increase delays, with about 25% of arriving flights delayed by at least 30 minutes, says airport spokesperson Doug Yakel. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcenwaDdmnwalyaIB?format=multipart> SFGate (San Francisco) (3/31) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqchcsaDdmnwalthaa> INTERNATIONAL UPDATE <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqceqkaDdmnwalEoOq?format=multipart> Qantas, American continue coordination on fares, schedules Qantas and American Airlines will continue a cooperation agreement covering trans-Pacific routes under interim approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. The airlines will coordinate on fares, inventory and schedules as the airlines await final approval, expected this summer. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqceqkaDdmnwalEoOq?format=multipart> MSN/Reuters (4/1) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqchfgaDdmnwaltRlt> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcesYaDdmnwalLXut?format=multipart> Air Canada deploys 440-seat 777s on high-demand routes Air Canada has introduced a 440-seat configuration for its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, replacing the previous 450-seat layout by removing row 29. The new configuration features 28 business class seats, 24 premium economy seats, and 388 economy seats. The Montreal to Paris Charles de Gaulle route will see two daily flights, and other routes include Montreal to Athens, Brussels, Rome, Tokyo Narita, Vancouver and Toronto. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcesYaDdmnwalLXut?format=multipart> Simple Flying (3/31) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqchhUaDdmnwalvVTu> OVERHEAD BIN <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcevMaDdmnwalVaJe?format=multipart> American Airlines Cargo spotlights wildlife trafficking Last month, American Airlines Cargo organized a dedicated wildlife trafficking awareness event at its Miami International Airport cargo facility, attended by over 100 team members and industry experts. The event highlighted the ongoing risks of illegal wildlife trade and showcased seized wildlife products to reinforce the importance of air cargo staff in identifying and preventing trafficking. Since joining United for Wildlife in 2022, American Airlines Cargo has expanded its anti-trafficking initiatives across its global cargo network. Full Story: <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcevMaDdmnwalVaJe?format=multipart> Air Cargo News (4/1) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqchkIaDdmnwalzvah> SmartBreak: Question of the Day April Fools' Day did not originate in Scotland, as far as we know, but in Scotland the day involves "hunting the gowk." What's a gowk? <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqceyAaDdmnwalfyOd> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqceyAaDdmnwalfyOd?format=multipart> Cuckoo <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqceBoaDdmnwalrraG> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqceBoaDdmnwalrraG?format=multipart> Invisible spirit <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfcsaDdmnwalnDlm> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfcsaDdmnwalnDlm?format=multipart> Landlord <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcffgaDdmnwalonwF> <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcffgaDdmnwalonwF?format=multipart> Mail carrier ICYMI: The most popular stories from our last issue <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfhUaDdmnwalqseG?format=multipart> JetBlue ups checked bag fees in response to soaring fuel costs <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfhUaDdmnwalqseG?format=multipart> CBS News (3/30) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfkIaDdmnwaltRlt?format=multipart> United's global network is 4X bigger than historic Pan Am <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfkIaDdmnwaltRlt?format=multipart> Aviation A2Z (3/31) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfnwaDdmnwalyKTU?format=multipart> American to add Citi branding to Admirals Club entrances <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfnwaDdmnwalyKTU?format=multipart> One Mile at a Time (3/30) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfqkaDdmnwalEYZJ?format=multipart> Alaska updates int'l business class after Hawaiian merger <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfqkaDdmnwalEYZJ?format=multipart> The Points Guy (3/31) <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfsYaDdmnwalMHFM?format=multipart> United Airlines debuts Chattanooga-Houston nonstop flights <https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uUePCylCtepqcfsYaDdmnwalMHFM?format=multipart> WTVC-TV (Chattanooga, Tenn.) 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