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VINCI Airports strengthens transatlantic connectivity with new Monterrey-Paris route starting next April

Source: VINCI Airports VINCI Airports is strengthening transatlantic connectivity with the launch of a new direct route between Monterrey International Airport, part of its network, and Paris. Operated by Aeroméxico, the service will start on April 13, 2026, improving long-haul connectivity between northern Mexico and Europe. The new Monterrey-Paris route will operate three times a week using Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, offering direct access to the French capital for both leisure and business travellers and supporting tourism, economic exchanges and international mobility. This new service reinforces Monterrey International Airport’s position as the leading air hub in northern Mexico and reflects VINCI Airports’ strategy to support the development of long-haul routes that enhance the international reach of the airports in its [...]

2026-02-19T06:35:09+02:00February 20th, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Applications open for new partners in the TAP Donate Miles Programme

Source: TAP Non-profits are eligible to apply for the “Causes with Wings” Programme until 28 February. TAP Air Portugal announces it is accepting applications for the selection of three new partners for the TAP Donate Miles “Causes with Wings” Programme for the three years 2026-2028, to join the current six partners. This corporate social responsibility initiative, which has been part of the TAP Miles&Go Programme since 2007, allows Customers to donate miles to non-profit organisations. These organisations can then convert the miles into air tickets used for their charitable causes. TAP Donate Miles allows partner organisations to use donated miles to support humanitarian, social, and development missions in Portugal and other countries within the TAP destination network, thereby expanding the [...]

2026-02-18T10:54:19+02:00February 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Airlines Call for Annual 4.9% Reduction in Spanish Airport Charges

Source: IATA   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) called for an annual reduction of 4.9% (excluding inflation) in Spanish airport charges over the next five years (2027–2031), a level compatible with maintaining an airport investment plan of nearly €10 billion over the same period, and enhancing Spain’s economic competitiveness. AENA, the operator of most airports in Spain, has proposed an annual increase of 3.8% (excluding inflation) for the five-year period covered by the Third Airport Regulation Document (DORA III). Airlines reject this proposal, citing AENA’s consistent underestimation of traffic growth and the excessive regulated returns it has earned during previous regulatory periods. Between 2017 and 2025, excluding the two pandemic years, actual passenger [...]

2026-02-18T12:36:59+02:00February 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada Expands its Mexico Presence with New Montreal-Guadalajara Route and 18% More Capacity this Summer to Sought After Destinations, Supporting Canada’s Trade Diversification

Source: Air Canada   New year-round flights to Guadalajara from Montréal starts June 2026 Montréal-Cancún increases to 11 weekly flights Toronto-Monterrey increases to 4 weekly flights Vancouver-Mexico City increases to 11 weekly flights Vancouver-Puerto Vallarta increases to 2 weekly flights Air Canada today announced it is strategically expanding its summer schedule to Mexico with 18 per cent more seat capacity over last summer. While Canada and Mexico are deepening ties, the airline is further strengthening its schedule to Mexico to support growing travel to and from Mexico. Highlights of Air Canada's Mexican network growth include the addition of new, year-round flights from Montréal to Guadalajara, as well as increased frequencies to Cancún, Monterrey, Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta, four in-demand [...]

2026-02-18T13:28:10+02:00February 18th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Delta’s largest Hawaii schedule: MSP–Maui launches, BOS–Honolulu returns

Source: Delta Air Lines The expanded winter lineup offers new MSP–Maui service, BOS–Honolulu returns, added flying from ATL, DTW and JFK, an earlier Kona launch from SLC and aircraft enhancements.  Next winter, getting to Hawaii will be a breeze with more options than ever for Delta customers. Delta is growing its island network with the launch of Minneapolis–St. Paul to Maui and the return of Boston to Honolulu beginning Dec. 19, 2026, complemented by expanded flying and aircraft upgrades across its existing Hawaii routes as part of the airline’s most robust seasonal schedule to date. “Hawaii plays an important role in our long-haul leisure network,” said Amy Martin, Vice President of Network Planning – Delta Air Lines. “This expansion strengthens [...]

2026-02-18T12:59:00+02:00February 18th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet and Virgin Atlantic expand loyalty benefits, unlocking more rewards and connectivity for travellers

Source: WestJet Members can earn and redeem WestJet Rewards on codeshare flights with Virgin Atlantic via London-Heathrowto the United Arab Emirates, The Maldives and South Africa. WestJet and Virgin Atlantic have joined forces to deliver more value to their loyalty members. Beginning today, WestJet Rewards and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club members can earn points with their preferred loyalty program on each other's entire network including VS-WS codeshare flights. The update to the partnership is particularly meaningful for WestJet guests travelling on Virgin Atlantic's Toronto (YYZ) - London (LHR) route, which serves as a popular bridge for thousands of Canadians that connect through Toronto Pearson to reach Virgin Atlantic's primary hub at London Heathrow. "Strengthening ties with a world-class airline like [...]

2026-02-18T13:27:30+02:00February 18th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines named first-ever Official Airline of Women in Aviation International’s annual conference

Source: American Airlines   As American Airlines celebrates 100 years of connecting people and places around the world, the airline is proud to announce its partnership with global nonprofit Women in Aviation International (WAI). As a strategic partner for 2026, American will serve as the first-ever Official Airline for the 37th Women in Aviation International Conference to be held at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas, March 19-21. WAI is the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing women in aviation and aerospace. With more than 20,000 members in 120 countries, WAI envisions a world where the sky is open to all, and aviation and aerospace dreams are possible without barriers. The organization focuses on investing in [...]

2026-02-17T08:09:03+02:00February 17th, 2026|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Delta employees celebrate profit sharing worldwide

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta's annual Profit Sharing Day payout totaled $1.3 billion, providing employees an average of four weeks pay. The program has paid more than $11 billion in profits to employees since 2015. Employees in Latin America of the Atlanta-based airline received 1.7 million. Delta paid its employees $1.3 billion in profit sharing for 2025, representing 8.9% of their eligible annual earnings, or more than four weeks of extra pay on average. Since 2007, Profit Sharing Day – traditionally timed with Valentine’s Day – has been the company’s annual celebration of the power of Delta people and our people-first culture. “Sharing our success is central to our values,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “That’s why we’ve paid more [...]

2026-02-16T06:06:11+02:00February 16th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia and Grupo LATAM expand their frequent flyer agreement: more and better benefits for members of both programs

Source: Iberia Passengers who fly with Grupo Iberia and/or LATAM and its subsidiaries will enjoy benefits that they already have for belonging to a category of the LATAM Pass or Iberia Club loyalty programs. Customers will have the possibility of access to lounges, seat selection, extra luggage and priority at check-in, boarding and baggage claim, subject to local regulatory restrictions. In addition, on each trip you can accumulate qualifying points in the case of LATAM and Elite points in the case of Iberia. This new agreement is part of Iberia Club's effort to offer more and better options to its members that increase the added value of belonging to the loyalty program. Since 2016, Iberia and LATAM have had a [...]

2026-02-16T05:02:59+02:00February 16th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Copa Holdings Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results

Source: Copa Holdings Copa Holdings1, S.A. has announced financial results for the fourth quarter (4Q25) and full year 2025, closing another year of industry-leading profitability and operational excellence. Key highlights include: Fourth Quarter 2025 Net profit of US$172.6 million, or US$4.18 per share, representing a 5.3% year‑over‑year increase in earnings per share. Excluding a US$7.2 million non‑cash, maintenance‑related adjustment to the provision for future leased‑aircraft return obligations, as well as a US$6.0 million foreign‑currency loss mainly due to volatility in the Brazilian real, EPS for the quarter would have been US$4.46, a 12.3% increase compared to 4Q24. Operating margin of 21.8% and net margin of 17.9% for the quarter, a decrease of 1.4 and 1.0 percentage points, respectively, compared to [...]

2026-02-16T06:05:27+02:00February 16th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|