Spirit Airlines (80.2 percent OTP), American Airlines (79.4 percent OTP), Southwest Airlines (78.0 percent OTP) and Frontier Airlines (77.8 percent OTP) all performed strongly, earning 3-star ratings. United Airlines (80.7 percent OTP) improved its performance and joined Delta Air Lines (83.8 percent OTP) as a 4-star carrier. This year’s ratings are based on performance across the 12-months ending in May 2018.Īlaska Airlines followed closely behind Hawaiian Airlines, and was awarded an OTP of 84.1 percent and a 4-star rating. The awards are then distributed based on performance across all airlines and airports, with the poorest performers receiving one star. The awards showcase the industry’s premier performers, with the top ten percent of airlines and airports receiving five stars. OAG’s annual rating system is a global accreditation program that recognizes exceptional OTP across all airports and airlines regardless of size, geographic location or aviation peer group. United Airlines joined Delta Air Lines as a leading 4-star carrier, and Hawaiian Airlines (87.4 percent OTP) was once again the only North American airline to receive a 5-star performance rating. airports earn 5-star ratings Hawaiian Airlines is the only North American airline to receive a 5-star rating with 87.4 percent OTP.ĪG, the global leader in flight information, has released its On-time Performance (OTP) Star Ratings, which accredits the top airlines and airports around the world for superior punctuality performance. United Airlines (80.7 percent OTP) joins Delta Air Lines (83.8 percent OTP) as a 4-star performer, and Spirit Airlines (80.2 percent OTP) and Southwest Airlines (78.0 percent OTP) both earn three stars.Megahubs, Denver International (DEN) and Houston’s George Bush International Airport (IAH), improved performance to earn 4-star ratings, with 82.7 and 83.0 percent OTP, respectively.
Six of the largest 20 airports in North America were awarded 4-star ratings, including Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP), Portland International (PDX), Washington Dulles International (IAD) and Seattle-Tacoma International airport (SEA).