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ALTA regrets the lack of willingness to review the transfer TUUA and protect Peru’s air connectivity

Source: ALTA The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) regrets the lack of willingness among the parties involved to move toward balanced solutions regarding the implementation of the transfer TUUA at Jorge Chávez International Airport. Despite the technical studies and concrete alternatives submitted by the industry, no measures have been adopted to safeguard Peru’s air connectivity or the sustainability of its main international hub. In recent years, successive governments have recognized air connectivity as a key driver of economic development, tourism, and regional integration. However, decisions such as the transfer TUUA move in the opposite direction, weakening Peru’s competitiveness compared with other regional connection points. ALTA, together with IATA, presented technical studies demonstrating the viability of more balanced [...]

2025-12-24T19:23:01+02:00December 24th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Your PTO is going places with Delta in 2026

Source: Delta Air Lines To help kick off travel planning for 2026, Delta has mapped out popular PTO windows and paired them with destinations that shine during those exact moments.  A little creative calendar planning in 2026 can go a long way. With strategic use of long weekends and holidays, just a handful of PTO days can unlock meaningful trips throughout the year, from quick city breaks to longer international adventures. To help kick off travel planning for 2026, Delta has mapped out popular PTO windows and paired them with destinations that shine during those exact moments. Think of it as travel inspiration that works with your calendar, not against it. Additionally, planning your next global adventure doesn’t have to [...]

2025-12-23T19:44:50+02:00December 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines partners with the Gary Sinise Foundation to host 20th annual Snowball Express

Source: American Airlines Ongoing partnership to bring thousands of family members of fallen heroes to the most magical place on earth American Airlines announced that it has joined forces once again with the Gary Sinise Foundation (GSF) to support the annual Gary Sinise Foundation Snowball Express. Now in its 20th year, the annual event is dedicated to honoring the families of both fallen U.S. military service members and first responders. Over two weeks in December, American will donate 16 charter aircraft and millions of AAdvantage®miles to bring more than 2,600 family members to Walt Disney World Resort for an all-expenses-paid experience. Families will travel from 29 departure cities across the globe — spanning Alaska and Hawaii to Germany, Guam and [...]

2025-12-23T19:52:45+02:00December 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

IATA: Peru’s TUUA Transit Fee Threatens Aviation Growth, Hub Competitiveness, and Economic Prosperity

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expresses serious concern over the Peruvian Government’s lack of decision to negotiate the elimination of the Unified Airport Usage Fee (TUUA) for international transit passengers at Lima’s Jorge Chávez International Airport (AIJC). Since 7 December, the concessionaire Lima Airport Partners (LAP) has been charging USD 11.88 per passenger, a measure that increases travel costs by 3% to 7%, leading to a reduction in transit demand of up to 11%, thus jeopardizing more than 1,000 annual flights. This is not a minor technical adjustment, it is a policy decision with profound implications for Peru’s aviation future, its competitiveness as a regional hub, and the livelihoods of thousands of Peruvians. Peru Risks Losing Its [...]

2025-12-23T19:34:31+02:00December 23rd, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Rise Air takes delivery of Canada’s first ATR 72-600 aircraft

Source: ATR Milestone delivery marks the entry of ATR’s latest generation turboprop into the Canadian market   Rise Air, the Indigenous-owned airline providing essential services across Saskatchewan, has taken delivery of its first ATR 72-600 aircraft, becoming the launch customer for the latest generation ATR -600 series in Canada. This aircraft is the first from a three-aircraft agreement signed in November 2024, with two additional brand-new ATR 72-600s to join the fleet under lease in 2026. This delivery marks a major step in Rise Air’s fleet renewal programme and reinforces its commitment to enhancing year-round connectivity for remote communities.  The arrival of the ATR 72-600 comes right after Transport Canada certified the ATR 42-600 and ATR 72-600 on 27 November 2025, enabling Canadian operators to fly ATR -600 aircraft for the first time. This milestone paves the [...]

2025-12-23T19:47:09+02:00December 23rd, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Viva and Volaris announced the formation of a new Mexican Airline Group to accelerate the growth of air travel and connectivity in Mexico

Source: Viva Will enable more flights at low fares for passengers, strengthening connectivity in Mexico. Will maintain Viva and Volaris identities, brands and operations (including independent operating certificates), preserving existing choice for passengers. Will advance the democratization of travel in Mexico. Will realize economies of scale, strengthening the financial profile of the new airline group. The transaction is subject to conditions and regulatory approvals in Mexico and other jurisdictions where Viva and Volaris operate. Grupo Viva Aerobus, S.A. de C.V. ("Viva") and Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) (“Volaris” or “the Company”) today announced that they have entered into an agreement to create a new Mexican airline group (“the airline group”) under a [...]

2025-12-22T17:16:21+02:00December 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

2025 wrapped: a look back on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines’ first combined year

Source: Alaska Airlines    A year of meaningful progress on the integration between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, 2025 was full growth, innovation and impact across our newly combined company. Let’s take a moment to look back at some of the biggest highlights of the year.  Expanding our global reach and network  We proudly carried more than 55,000,000 passengers on more than 486,000 flights across our combined global network.   We announced five new global destinations from our Seattle hub — Seoul, Tokyo, Reykjavik, Rome and London — opening doors to new adventures and cultural connections.  Over Thanksgiving, our employees delivered the best operation in the industry, achieving the highest on-time performance of any U.S.-based carrier.  We expanded our schedule and connectivity by adding 21 new domestic routes in 2025, including nonstop service between San Francisco and both Kona and [...]

2025-12-22T16:35:17+02:00December 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

OMA announces approval of Master Development Program for its 13 Airports for the 2026-2030 period

Source: OMA Ps.16,005 million investment plan approved for OMA’s 13 airports. MDPs prioritize capacity expansion, operational modernization, technology, and sustainability. Mexican airport operator Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte, S.A.B. de C.V., known as OMA (NASDAQ: OMAB; BMV: OMA), announced that it has received approval of the Master Development Program (MDP) for each of its airports for the 2026–2030 period, granted by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) through the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC). The 2026–2030 Master Development Programs contemplate committed investments of Ps.16,005 million, expressed in December 2024 pesos, aimed at comprehensively strengthening the infrastructure and operations of OMA’s airport network. The programs prioritize the expansion and modernization of terminal facilities, the development and rehabilitation of aeronautical [...]

2025-12-22T16:43:01+02:00December 22nd, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

TSA prepares for holiday travel season to cap record year

Source: TSA 2025 marks significant year of improvements for traveler experience The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is gearing up for a busy end-of-year holiday travel season, one that may reach record passenger levels. TSA is fully staffed and ready to screen a projected 44.3 million travelers at the nation's airport security checkpoints between Friday, Dec 19, 2025, through Sunday, Jan 4, 2026. The agency expects the heaviest traveler volume will be about 2.86 million on Sunday, Dec 28, followed by Dec 19, 20, 21, 27, and 29. The busiest day last year was Friday, Dec. 27, when TSA screened just under 2.85 million travelers. "TSA expects 2025 to be another record setter following major improvements this year to make airport [...]

2025-12-22T16:26:57+02:00December 22nd, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines sets the stage for summer with 15 new routes

Source: American Airlines American will add 15 new routes in 2026, connecting more of the United States with the airline’s global network. Already serving more airports in the U.S. than any other airline, American will strengthen domestic connectivity with the launch of flights to Lincoln, Nebraska (LNK). American is committed to delivering competitive travel options for customers across the country, including at its Chicago (ORD) hub, where the airline will offer more than 500 daily departures next summer. While the holiday season is underway, American Airlines is looking ahead to next summer with 15 new routes for those looking to gift the perfect trip next year. American’s network already provides more one-stop connections than any other airline. Now, travelers will [...]

2025-12-22T17:17:00+02:00December 19th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|