The deadly implosion of a submersible traveling to the wreck of the Titanic was the result of faulty engineering, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced on Wednesday.
The NTSB’s final report on the voyage that killed five people in June 2023 said that OceanGate, the private company that owned the Titan, did not adequately test its experimental submersible before the trip. The Washington state-based firm, which suspended operations after the catastrophic implosion, was unaware of the submersible’s true durability, the report said.
The victims, including OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, died instantly in the North Atlantic during the descent to the remains of the Titanic.
The implosion also killed French underwater explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet, known as “Mr Titanic”; British adventurer Hamish Harding; and two members of a prominent Pakistani family, Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman Dawood.
The Titan’s defective engineering “resulted in the construction of a carbon fiber composite pressure vessel that contained multiple anomalies and failed to meet necessary strength and durability requirements”, the NTSB said.
The safety board also said OceanGate had not followed standard guidance for emergency responses, and that the Titan could have been found sooner if it had. If the company had abided by expected protocols, it would have saved “time and resources”, the report said, while noting “rescue was not possible in this case”.
The report was also critical of the culture at the company, quoting a former operations technician who had raised alarms about potential coast guard regulations prior to the implosion. That technician had questioned the company’s choice to call paying passengers “mission specialists”, prompting the CEO to respond that “if the Coast Guard became a problem … he would buy himself a congressman and make it go away”, the report said, citing the technician.
The NTSB report dovetails with a coast guard report released in August that described the Titan implosion as preventable. The coast guard determined that safety procedures at OceanGate were “critically flawed” and found “glaring disparities” between safety protocols and actual practices.
A spokesperson for the company declined to comment on Wednesday.
In August, after the coast guard report was released, a company spokesperson offered condolences to the families of those who died.
The Titan’s implosion led to lawsuits and to calls for tighter regulation of private deep-sea expeditions.
The NTSB report suggested current regulations for small passenger vessels such as the Titan were inadequate and had “enabled OceanGate’s operation of the Titan in an unsafe manner”. The safety board recommended the coast guard establish a panel of experts to study submersibles and implement updated regulations.
The report also called on the coast guard to “disseminate findings of the study to the industry”, which has grown in recent years as privately financed exploration has grown.
The vessel had been making voyages to the Titanic site since 2021. Its final dive came on the morning of 18 June 2023. The submersible lost contact with its support vessel about two hours later and was reported overdue that afternoon.
A multiday search for survivors off Canada made international headlines. It soon became clear there would be no survivors, and the coast guard and other authorities began lengthy investigations into what had happened.
The sub disaster was the subject of a Netflix documentary released earlier this year.
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » American Airlines Celebrates 100th Anniversary with Retro Livery on Boeing 777-300ER, Elevating Luxury Travel and Boosting Interest in U.S. Tourism
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October 16, 2025
American Airlines’ 100th anniversary celebration, marked by the debut of a retro-inspired Boeing 777-300ER, has captured the attention of travelers worldwide, from Japan to Germany, the United Kingdom to Australia. This iconic aircraft, showcasing a nostalgic livery that evokes the golden age of aviation, beautifully marries American Airlines’ rich history with cutting-edge luxury. As the airline celebrates a century of service, global travelers are eager to experience the unique journey aboard this stunning retro jet. The launch of this special aircraft is anticipated to not only elevate U.S. tourism but also boost the hospitality industry, especially in key cities like Dallas/Fort Worth, where American Airlines began its journey. Combining history, innovation, and luxury, this milestone is more than just a celebration for the airline—it serves as a gateway for tourists eager to explore the best the U.S. has to offer.
Retro Boeing 777-300ER & Lifting Expectations on Comfortable Travel and U.S. Tourism
American Airlines is celebrating their 100 years and how! Especially for aviation fans and travelers, this is a milestone year to remember. This Boeing 777-300ER retro design plays upon American Airlines legacy and makes the journey for tourists a contemporary luxury to embrace. For avid travelers and first-time visitors, this is definitely a journey to take! This patriotic work of art also uplifts American culture and history and promotes the U.S. for travelers. It will be nostalgic and heart-warming for any American to travel on this plane.
American Airlines 100 Years Celebratory Livery
American Airlines 100 years of celebrating retro and nostalgic designs on their planes. The Boeing 777-300 ER, N735AT, Flagship DFW to for Dallas/Fort Worth hub. The nostalgic design is from the 1930s. American Airlines brings back the silver eagle and the orange lightning bolts! remember those planes?
Looking Backwards Forwards Celebratory Events
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“Looking Backwards Forwards” was inspired and created to celebrate and reflect on the past season. This season, I had a flat lay and snuck in a “Sister Disco” Zep quote for the New Zep. I had a lot of fun creating this.
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Every other month called “Looking Backwards Forwards Celebratory Events,” let me celebrate the other side of the season. This Led Zeppelin article celebrates the small things and somehow shifts to the bigger theme of the season. I found it super interesting and have deep appreciation for “Beautiful Quarantine” for adapting to a smaller “retreat” and “Healing” to the deeper effects of isolation.
“Looking Backwards Forwards” was inspired and created to celebrate and reflect on the past season❤️. This season, I had a flat lay and snuck in a “Sister Disco” Zep quote for the New Zep. I had a lot of fun creating this.
By the way, I’ve had a new motto this year, “Life in Full Bloom.” I’ve found that this quote encourages me to shoot for my goals and conquer them. Felt that this deep and bold quote paired with the lyrics of “Immigrant Song.”
Flights DFW to London Heathrow (LHR): Each day nonstop from DFW to London and you can enjoy the defurbished retro flagship DFW with flagship suite business class service. London is one of the American Airlines network’ busiest transatlantic flights and it is American Airlines busiest retro jet making sure it is unforgettable.
Flights DFW to Tokyo Haneda (HND): Japan is one of the key international American Airlines and this route is anticipated getting attention from for customers for the retro jet. Another new route for American Airlines expanded the newly configured Boeing 777 to this route and customers will enjoy the more spacious and premium travel experience.
Flights DFW to Frankfurt (FRA): Also American Airlines specially designed retro jet will be used to fly and configurations for DFW to Germany route. This will be the first time used to the route and designed retro jet primary and for the flagship service to Frankfurt will be the one to complete the travel for historic Europe.
Making these flights easier for travelers is American Airlines; the company offers flights on varying budgets, whether standard or premium. With direct access to the best international travel options, “Flagship DFW” is built with the intention to provide an incredible travel experience to customers, every step of the way.
Elevating Luxury Travel: A Journey Beyond the Skies
As American Airlines turns 100 years, the updated livery signifies more than just a celebration–it’s about improving the experience for passengers. The retro jet is just a theme from the past; the company has updated the jet with modern gadgets and best comforts to give the passengers a pleasant and first-class experience.
Flagship Suite® in Business Class: Passengers will notice the privacy doors as they enter their suite, more than just a seat; it is an entire private space on the plane. These suites also have added legroom, better seating, and lie-flat options for the most comfortable long-haul travel. In addition, Business-class travelers receive personal 4K QLED screens for their entertainment at the best comforts.
Enhanced Premium Economy: American Airlines is also enhancing Premium Economy cabins to include wireless charging, better headrests, calf rests, and footrests. Travelers can enjoy the comfort during Premium Economy and the modern luxuries of business class.
Upgraded Main Cabin: American Airlines is also enhancing the travel experience in the Main Cabin. Every single passenger will enjoy the 4K QLED in-flight entertainment system and will be able to use the USB-C and AC power outlets in every seat. This provides every passenger in every class with a more convenient and enjoyable flight.
Boosting Interest in U.S. Tourism: The Flagship DFW’s Impact on Travel
Travelers to the world’s most iconic destinations on the retro-styled Boeing 777-300ER will also be able to travel to the U.S. Tourism to American cities and historical and cultural attractions will increase travel to Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, New York, and Miami. American Airlines will also increase tourism to the U.S.
American Airlines’ 100th anniversary celebration is not just a milestone for American Airlines, it is also a celebration of how far the airline industry has come. Anyone wanting to visit the United States can take advantage of the incredible flying opportunities the country has to offer. The United States has some of the world’s greatest and most luxurious tourist destinations to visit, and for a tourist, there is no better way to explore the country than flying over American Airlines to access the nations wonders.
Dallas, where American Airlines is headquartered, is expected to get more tourist traffic. The city has several tourist destinations including the Dallas Museum of Art, the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, the renowned Bishop Arts District, and a number of other cultural sites. The Flagship DFW is named after the airport and it expected to draw more tourist to the city and its sites.
American Airlines also flies to Los Angeles and New York. These destinations will also see more tourists. American Airlines has a luxurious flying experience, and most people will be wanting to fly to see the American retro jets. These jets also focus on the history of flying making them wanting to experience the flying of the past and see the luxury flying of the present.
Enhancing the Experience from the Hospitality Industry’s Perspective
The retro jet from American Airlines is also valuable for the hospitality industry. As customers initiate their trips to the U.S., American hospitality hotels, resorts, etc. begin to capture the interest of customers that want to travel to American cities.
The Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. As noted for capturing the interest of the upper class that travels, Four Seasons is one of the top hotel chains. As the retro jet from American Airlines is also changing and improving tourism to the U.S., Four Seasons located in New York, Los Angeles, and Miami will gain more bookings. This is also because of the luxury services that the airline will provide, which will complement the services that provide in their flagship jets.
Wyndham Hotels – American customers are also going to capture the interest of the lower class. This is because for every class of people to spend their holidays in America. American Airlines. – set to make travel to America more affordable. This helps to increase the number of customers for the New Yorker in New York City and the Grand in Orlando. As the lower class is able to make affordable travel to America, America will also help to boost the number of customers for the lower class in the U.S. for the new customer base that America will bring in.
Marriott International: Marriott International has more than 7,000 properties and is another major hospitality business benefiting from the 100th anniversary celebrations of American Airlines. More luxurious properties, and especially The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott, will see even more travelers booking and looking for high-end accommodation to match their high-end travel experience on the retro Boeing 777-300ER.
When travelers are looking to relax after a luxurious flight on American Airlines, Marriott properties are well-equipped to meet their hospitality needs. Other hospitality venues, including restaurants, are bound to see positive growth as tourists arrive in the U.S. for the first time in years and experience modernization and innovations in the American hospitality industry.
Travel Tips for the Ultimate Experience on American Airlines’ Retro Jet
For travelers eager to experience American Airlines’ retro Boeing 777-300ER, there are a few travel tips to maintain the excitement during the travel.
Book Early: American Airlines has confirmed that the demand for this iconic flight is high and it is recommended that they book as early as they can. This is especially crucial during peak travel times, including the summer months and holidays, when people are traveling for extended periods of time. Keeping checking American Airlines’ official website for announcements on routes and availability will help you to book early.
Upgrade to Flagship Suite®: Book a Flagship Suite® in business class for the best experience! The extra space and added luxurious amenities create a more relaxing trip.
Check for Promotions: You can find lower prices for reverse journeys with American Airlines when they have special promotions and discounts.
Explore Dallas/Fort Worth: If you are landing in DFW check out the city! You can see the Dallas Arboretum, George W. Bush Presidential Library, and the AT&T Stadium. DFW has gotten more attention and is a great place to visit!
American Airlines’ 100th anniversary, celebrated with a retro-inspired Boeing 777-300ER, is capturing global attention. This iconic aircraft blends aviation history with modern luxury, inviting travelers to experience a unique journey while boosting U.S. tourism.
A Milestone for American Airlines, American tourism, and the American Hospitality Industry
Celebrating 100 years in the airline business and American tourism and hospitality industries, American Airlines is doing it in style with a retro 777. Nostalgic, luxurious, and borderline extravagant, the plane comes with American Airlines enhanced amenities and flight service. It is a celebration for all, and it promotes tourism to important cities in the U.S. The celebration for the hospitality industry and high-end hotels like The Four Seasons and Wyndham, will ‘win’ with tourism brought in by American Airlines and hospitality industry and high-end hotels like The Four Seasons and Wyndham, will ‘win’ with tourism brought in by American Airlines. It’s a touristic win-win all around.
American Airlines’ retro plane will be a trip of a lifetime for av geeks, seasoned travelers, and first-time flyers alike. So don’t pass up this opportunity to see everything the U.S. has to offer.
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Air carrier’s stock falls as revenue extends its streak of misses, to offset another profit beat
United Airlines expects strong travel demand leading to record revenue in the holiday quarter, but the stock fell after third-quarter revenue missed expectations, again.
Shares of United Airlines Holdings Inc. fell in after-hours trading Wednesday, after the air carrier reported revenue that missed expectations for a third straight quarter, which took the shine off an upbeat travel outlook over the holidays.
The revenue miss comes even after profits continued to beat Wall Street’s projections, and after the company said it was “thriving” despite uncertainties about the economy, thanks to strong demand from flyers seeking premium services and from members of its frequent-flyer programs.
United’s stock (UAL) declined 1.9% in Wednesday’s after-hours session, after closing the regular session up 0.9% at a four-week high.
Net income for the quarter to Sept. 30 slipped 1.7% to $949 million, while adjusted earnings per share, which excludes nonrecurring items, of $2.78 beat the FactSet consensus of $2.65. That marked the 13th straight quarter United had beat bottom-line expectations.
Meanwhile, total revenue rose 2.6% from the same period a year ago to $15.23 billion, but that was below the average analyst revenue estimate compiled by FactSet of $15.33 billion.
Revenue from premium seats increased 6% and revenue from its loyalty program members grew 9%, to outpace revenue growth from basic economy seating of 4%.
Passenger revenue, which excludes cargo and other revenue, rose 1.9% to $13.82 billion, with domestic revenue increasing 3.1%.
The company said the growth momentum, particularly in premium and loyalty flyers, has continued into the current fourth quarter. As a result, United now expects the fourth quarter to have “the highest total operating revenue for a single quarter in company history.”
United’s positive outlook comes a week after rival Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) made similar comments about its outlook for the rest of the year, with sales trends accelerating, particularly among premium flyers.
United’s stock has gained 7.2% in 2025 through Wednesday, while the U.S. Global Jets ETF JETS has edged up 0.7% and the S&P 500 index SPX has advanced 13.4%.
-Tomi Kilgore
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