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These are the Highest On-Time Performance airlines in the US

Punctuality is highly valued in the hectic world of air travel. Timely departures and arrivals are crucial for everyone, whether they are business travelers rushing to meetings or vacationers wanting to explore new places. Some airlines stand out for their remarkable commitment to on-time performance as the aviation business continues to change. In this post, we explore the skies to identify the US airlines with the best on-time performance, According to OAG.

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OAG publishes a list of more than 500 airlines and 1,200+ airports each month, ranking them according to their performance in terms of arriving on time. They have conducted an analysis of the data to see which airlines were most reliable during this hectic time as July is one of the busiest months for global airline capacity.

Latin America

The most punctual airline in July, Volaris, is based in Mexico, hence OAG divides the airlines into regions starting with Latin America.

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Volaris was significantly ahead of its national competitors, Aeromexico, which operated 79.7% of flights on time in July, and Viva Aerobus, which operated 79.6% of flights on time. Looking at some of the biggest airlines in other parts of Latin America, Copa Airlines performed well, with 89.5% of flights arriving on time, and the LATAM Airlines Group also did well, with 88.3% of flights arriving on time.

North America

When compared to June, North American airlines showed an improvement in July, with 60.7% of flights departing on time as opposed to only 50.8% the previous month. The lowest average across all regions in July 2023 is still this 60.7% OTP score.

Looking at the biggest airlines in the region, Alaska Airlines was the most timely with 79.5% of flights departing on time, while Delta Air Lines came just behind with 77.5%.

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German Carrier Lufthansa Plans for 20% Job Cuts in Administration

Lufthansa Airlines is reportedly planning significant job cuts in its administrative workforce. According to Manager Magazin, the German carrier intends to reduce administrative positions by 20% as part of its cost-cutting measures amidst an anticipated decline in earnings.

This reduction could impact approximately 400 jobs, the report revealed. While Lufthansa has not directly commented on the layoffs, the airline confirmed its goal of cutting administrative costs by 20% by 2028.

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The strategy involves leveraging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation. “A hiring freeze is currently in place for administrative roles at Lufthansa Airlines,” said a company spokesperson.

The staff reduction is expected to occur through natural attrition and age-related turnover, rather than forced layoffs. The internal projection cited by the magazine warns that Lufthansa could face an operating loss of €800 million ($843.92 million) by 2026 if no corrective measures are taken.

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The report highlights the challenges companies face in aligning workforce requirements with current and future demands. Failure to adapt could necessitate drastic actions, such as restructuring and layoffs, which carry significant repercussions for both the organization and its employees.

As Lufthansa navigates these challenges, the airline appears committed to balancing cost efficiency with digital transformation to maintain its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.