Airlines Confidential Podcast

200 - Doug Parker, Fmr Chairman & CEO, American Airlines

Aug 16, 2023
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Doug Parker
Former Chairman & CEO of American Airlines, Doug Parker, discusses challenges facing the airline industry, the importance of consolidation, and CEOs' responsibility to employees and addressing social issues. The hosts analyze Frontier Airlines' year-long passes and pricing strategies for new routes. They also celebrate reaching 200 episodes and discuss the decision to use International Arrow engines for Spirit A319.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Doug Parker: A Leader in the Airline Industry
03:52 • 12min
3
Receiving a Southwest Airlines Coupon and Introduction of Doug Parker
16:21 • 5min
4
The Challenges Facing the Airline Industry
21:21 • 19min
5
Appreciating Doug Parker and Analyzing Frontier's Year-Long Passes
40:30 • 4min
6
Airline Pass Program and Setting Prices
44:06 • 7min
7
International Engines and Milestone Celebration
51:24 • 2min