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WestJet expands transatlantic and domestic network with direct flights to Portugal and Spain from Atlantic Canada

Source: WestJet WestJet increases presence in Nova Scotia with four new summer routes from Halifax Stanfield International Airport Destinations such as Lisbon and Madrid are part of this expansion WestJet announced a major expansion of its leisure travel network, reinforcing Halifax's role as a critical transatlantic bridge and a dynamic gateway for both domestic and international travel. The airline's latest news introduces three new transatlantic destinations including Lisbon, Portugal (LIS), Madrid, Spain (MAD) and Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH), growing WestJet's total transatlantic network from Halifax to nine connections and further enhancing connectivity for travellers on both sides of the Atlantic. New service between Detroit, Michigan (DTW) and Halifax (YHZ) marks expanded transborder service planned for Summer 2026. "WestJet is proud to [...]

2025-11-25T03:16:13+02:00November 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Virgin Atlantic expands Caribbean connectivity with new and enhanced partnerships

Source: Virgin Atlantic Virgin Atlantic launches a new interline partnership with InterCaribbean Airways and expands its agreement with Caribbean Airlines, connecting customers to over 33 destinations across the Caribbean New partnership complements the airline’s inter-island flying, connecting customers to and from Barbados onto Grenada and St.Vincent and the Grenadines on its newest aircraft, the Airbus A330-900neo Travellers can now enjoy seamless journeys with Through Check-In, allowing their bags to be checked through to their final island destination across all partner airlines Virgin Atlantic is strengthening its commitment to the Caribbean, unveiling new and expanded partnerships that give customers even more choice and flexibility when exploring the region. Virgin Atlantic has launched a new interline agreement with InterCaribbean Airways, offering seamless connections to 11 stunning destinations [...]

2025-11-24T19:41:53+02:00November 24th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Delta’s newest ways to cross the Atlantic next summer

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta is gearing up for its biggest transatlantic schedule yet and setting the stage for an unforgettable summer 2026. Over the past several months, Delta has charted new routes, strengthened key U.S. gateways and enhanced premium touches onboard and on the ground. This momentum defines Delta’s biggest transatlantic schedule yet and sets the stage for an unforgettable summer 2026. The summer lineup: Seven new ways to explore Europe Delta has been steadily adding new pins to the map for next summer, and the full summer 2026 lineup now offers an entirely fresh menu of travel options. Whether customers are chasing history, sunshine or seaside aperitivo hour, there’s a Delta flight for every kind of adventure. Boston [...]

2025-11-24T19:35:03+02:00November 24th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

TAP Air Portugal posts profit of €126 million in the third quarter

Source: TAP Positive net income of €126 million in the third quarter and €55 million in the first nine months of 2025. Operating revenues up to September amounted to EUR 3,281.3 million. Highlights for the growth in the third quarter of 64% in Maintenance revenues. Load Factor in the quarter grows 1.7 percentage points to 87.9%. TAP recorded a positive net profit of 126 million euros in the third quarter of this year and made a profit of 55.2 million in the first nine months of 2025. Until September (9M25), TAP carried a total of 12.7 million passengers, which represents an increase of 2.9% compared to the same period in 2024 (9M24). The number of flights operated registered a slight [...]

2025-11-24T19:47:51+02:00November 24th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Copa Holdings Reports Third-Quarter Financial Results

Source: Copa Copa Holdings1, S.A. has announced financial results for the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25), delivering another quarter of strong profitability and operational excellence. Key highlights for the quarter include: Net profit of US$173.4 million or US$4.20 per share, compared to US$146.0 million or US$3.50 per share in 3Q24, representing year-over-year increases of 18.7% and 20.1%, respectively. Operating margin of 23.2% and net margin of 19.0%, an increase of 2.9 and 1.9 percentage points, respectively, compared to 3Q24. Load factor increased 1.8 percentage points year over year to 88.0% and capacity, measured in available-seat-miles (ASM), increased 5.8% compared to 3Q24. Revenue per available seat mile (RASM) of 11.1 cents, up 1.0% year-over-year. Operating cost per available seat mile (CASM) [...]

2025-11-21T07:58:09+02:00November 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

MIA, Delta Air Lines, and LATAM Airlines host tour for children with disabilities before the holidays

Source: MIA More than 150 children rehearse the travel experience A week before the Thanksgiving travel season begins, Miami International Airport (MIA), Delta Air Lines, and LATAM Airlines hosted the airport’s latest MIA Airport Instruction and Readiness (MIAair) tour for more than 150 children with disabilities from local schools, along with their parents, teachers, and guardians. The tour allowed participants to rehearse the air travel experience from start to finish, all the way to an airplane seat, in a safe and controlled environment. "We strive to make Miami-Dade County services as accessible as possible to all of our residents, which is why I am so proud of MIA’s successful efforts to empower travelers with disabilities through its award-winning MIAair tour [...]

2025-11-21T08:46:43+02:00November 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Air Canada Elevates the North American Travel Experience with a Comprehensive Fleet Upgrade

Source: Air Canada Air Canada Rouge transitioning to a modern, all-Boeing 737 MAX fleet featuring seatback entertainment and Fast, Free Wi-Fi Existing Rouge Airbus aircraft will be upgraded with new cabins and amenities, transitioning to the Air Canada mainline Air Canada Express aircraft operated by Jazz to receive updated cabins and Next Generation Fast, Free Wi-Fi Air Canada has announced its most comprehensive cabin renewal program yet, designed to make every flight across North America more comfortable, more connected, and more consistent for customers and crew members. Spanning Air Canada mainline, Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada Express, this multi-year investment reimagines the onboard experience with new interiors, next-generation technology, and thoughtful details inspired by customer and co-worker feedback. This [...]

2025-11-21T07:54:14+02:00November 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Announces Four New Routes Launching in Early 2026, Increasing Affordable Travel Options Across the U.S.

Source: Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines will launch four new routes across seven airports early next year, increasing the affordable travel options offered in New Jersey, Florida, Illinois, Utah and Arizona. On Jan. 21, 2026, thrice-weekly nonstop service between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Orlando International Airport will begin. The following day, on Jan. 22, twice-weekly nonstop service between Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Tucson International Airport (TUS) will launch. On Feb. 13, 2026, Frontier will launch routes connecting Miami International Airport (MIA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), and Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Pensacola International Airport (PNS). These new routes underscore Frontier's commitment to offering its Low Fares Done Right to more consumers in more places. [...]

2025-11-21T07:51:37+02:00November 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

flydubai Signs MoU for 75 Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes

Source: Boeing New agreement is airline's fourth 737 MAX purchase and includes options for 75 additional airplanes Efficient 737 MAX serves as the backbone of flydubai's growing fleet Boeing and flydubai announced today the airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for its fourth 737 MAX purchase. The agreement for 75 orders and 75 options will enable flydubai to modernize its fleet and further expand its growing network. The Dubai-based carrier said the 737 MAX's fuel efficiency, range and reliability has enabled its network expansion, which now spans over 135 destinations, including new routes Lasi, Nairobi, Riga, Latvia, among other cities. The new deal allows flydubai to take advantage of the 737 MAX family's flexibility and commonality, while leveraging [...]

2025-11-21T08:38:03+02:00November 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, MANUFACTURERS, News|

Delta celebrates 25 years of service to Chile and Colombia this month

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta’s presence in Chile and Colombia is more than a milestone, it’s a commitment to opportunity and connection. Delta Air Lines is celebrating milestones in Latin America: 25 years of service in Santiago de Chile and Bogotá, 10 years in Cartagena and 100 years since its founding. These anniversaries also align with the third year of the Delta–LATAM Joint Venture; a partnership that continues to transform travel between North and South America. Celebrating milestones and connecting communities Delta commemorated these achievements with events in Bogotá on Oct. 29 and Santiago on Nov. 4, bringing together aviation leaders, B2B customers, media and community partners to celebrate a shared vision for the future of travel in Latin America. [...]

2025-11-20T20:20:17+02:00November 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|