Little is known about the new COVID-19 variant, but short-term flight bans and border closures are a concern for airlines.

Allegiant Air has taken a major step in crafting an international strategy through its plans to invest in and forge a joint venture (JV) with Mexican LCC Viva Aerobus.

Brazil’s Azul has opted not to pursue an acquisition of LATAM Airlines Group but says it will evaluate further consolidation opportunities in Latin American markets.