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Air Canada Further Strengthens Toronto Hub with Expanded International Network Including new Flights to Four Latin American Countries

Source: Air Canada New flights to Rio, Lima, Cartagena, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadalajara, Puerto Escondido launching Winter 2025 Shanghai and Budapest flights launching in Summer 2026 More flights to Prague in Summer 2026 New Boeing 787-10 fleet on order to be initially based in Toronto to support future growth With new, exciting routes already set to begin operating to South America and Mexico this winter from Air Canada's global hub at Toronto Pearson, the airline today announced further expansion at its largest hub. Beginning Summer 2026, Air Canada will be returning non-stop to Shanghai and to Budapest, and will also be adding flights to Prague. These new services further strengthen Toronto Pearson as Air Canada's largest hub linking to over 150 destinations [...]

2025-09-10T20:36:55+03:00September 10th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet and CAE sign contract to bring world-class aviation professional training facility to Calgary

Source: WestJet Ongoing education and talent development to meet future demand of expanding aviation hub CALGARY, AB, Sept. 10, 2025 /CNW/ - WestJet and CAE announced today the signing of a 15-year training agreement under which CAE will establish the Alberta Training Centre of Excellence (the Centre) for Aviation and Aerospace—a cutting-edge aviation training facility in Calgary, subject to customary contingencies. Slated to open in 2028, the 126,000 square foot facility will house eight full-flight simulators, with capacity for expansion, alongside cabin trainers and state of the art digital learning tools. WestJet will be the Centre's primary commercial airline customer and be the first to schedule initial and recurrent training for pilots and cabin crew on Boeing 737MAX, 737NG, 787 [...]

2025-09-10T20:23:23+03:00September 10th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

X(LR)-cellent News: Air Canada Unveils Palma de Mallorca as its First New Route for Airbus A321XLR Starting Summer 2026

Source: Air Canada       A321XLR fleet delivery begins first quarter of 2026 Aircraft to also operate Montréal -Toulouse and Montréal - Edinburgh in 2026 Air Canada announced today Montréal to Palma de Mallorca as its first brand new route to be operated by its Airbus A321 extra-long range (XLR) aircraft. Delivery of the XLR fleet begins in the first quarter of 2026, and in June 2026, Air Canada will inaugurate service from Montréal to the Spanish island in the western Mediterranean onboard this new aircraft. Seats are available for sale now at aircanada.com and through Travel Agents. "The wait is nearly over as the imminent arrival of the game-changing Airbus A321XLR marks the next phase of international growth at [...]

2025-09-09T20:47:04+03:00September 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines provides customers a new way to fall in love with the beaches of the Bahamas

Source: American Airlines American will add the only nonstop service to Bimini, Bahamas (BIM), from the United States starting Feb. 14. Known for sandy beaches, unique attractions, resorts, colorful marine life and more, it’s easier than ever to access the Bahamas, with American offering the most flights to the most destinations of any airline from the U.S. Flights to Bimini will operate from Miami (MIA), where American will operate a record-setting schedule this winter. American Airlines is giving travelers a new way to fall in love with the Bahamas with new flights to Bimini (BIM) starting Feb. 14. An island filled with activities for all sorts of travelers, this addition is emblematic of American’s network that gives customers the most [...]

2025-09-09T20:53:09+03:00September 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Announces 22 New Routes Launching in Late 2025, Increasing Service Across the United States, Caribbean and Latin America

Source: Frontier Airlines New Routes Include the Airline's First Service to Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, Plus a Return to Nassau, The Bahamas Frontier Airlines has announced it will launch 22 new routes later this year, increasing service across the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America. The new routes, which will launch in November and December, include new service from Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago and more in the U.S., and new international routes to destinations in Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico and more. The new routes also include Frontier's debut at Providenciales International Airport in the Turks and Caicos (PLS) and its return to Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS). The announcement further supports the airline's commitment to become [...]

2025-09-05T03:40:05+03:00September 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Southwest Airlines Partners with T-Mobile to Offer Free Inflight WiFi for all Rapid Rewards Members

Source: Southwest Airlines Free WiFi on Southwest allows Customers to browse, work, shop, stream, and socialize—all at 35,000 feet—thanks to T-Mobile Southwest Airlines Co. and T-Mobile have announced a new partnership delivering free unlimited WiFi for all Rapid Rewards® Members beginning Oct. 24, 2025. This marks the first-ever collaboration between Southwest® and T-Mobile®, bringing together two brands dedicated to putting Customers first and keeping them connected on all Southwest flights—at no extra cost. With more than 800 aircraft, Southwest will be the largest domestic airline to implement free WiFi on every flight this year. All Southwest Rapid Rewards Customers, regardless of their wireless provider, will be able to access free WiFi for the duration of their flight. “We are focused [...]

2025-09-05T03:57:22+03:00September 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

United Expands Winter Schedule and Adds Flights to Cities Like Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Las Vegas

Source: United Airlines Schedule expansion also includes new routes from Newark/New York to Columbia, South Carolina and Chattanooga, Tenn. and added flights from Houston to Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador Flights start January 6, 2026 and tickets go on sale later today United has expanded its winter schedule, adding flights to 15 cities including Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Las Vegas. These new flights start January 6 and include: One additional daily roundtrip flight between: Houston and Orlando, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Atlanta, Baltimore and Miami Chicago and Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, New Orleans and Las Vegas Newark/New York and Orlando and Fort Lauderdale Los Angeles and Las Vegas Two new routes between Newark/New York and Columbia, South Carolina and Chattanooga, Tenn. [...]

2025-09-05T03:42:49+03:00September 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Spirit Airlines Received Court Approval of First Day Motions to Support Continued Business Operations

Source: Spirit Airlines Flights, ticket sales, reservations and operations continue as airline advances financial and operational transformation Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC ("Spirit" or the "Company"), has announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the "Court") for its first day motions related to the Company's voluntary Chapter 11 restructuring. The Court's approvals enable Spirit to continue operating as usual, including honoring tickets, reservations, credits and loyalty points; paying wages and honoring benefits; and paying certain critical vendors and partners for goods and services delivered prior to the filing date. In addition, Spirit intends to pay vendors and suppliers for goods and services provided on [...]

2025-09-04T05:54:57+03:00September 5th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Avelo Airlines Will Fly 6 New Routes – Adding ILM’s First International Service to Punta Cana, 3 Routes to Charlotte/Concord, and Key West, Florida to its Growing Network

Source: Avelo Airlines Affordable one-way fares start at $57 Avelo expands its network to 50 cities spanning 20 states, Puerto Rico and three international destinations: Jamaica, Mexico and Dominican Republic Avelo Airlines has announced six new routes, Wilmington, North Carolina’s first international route, three new routes in Charlotte / Concord, North Carolina and a new destination – Key West, Florida. Avelo will be the only airline offering nonstop flights on these six routes. Affordable one-way fares start at $57*. Avelo will operate these routes utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. These exclusive routes expand Avelo’s affordable, convenient and industry-leading reliable air service introduced when the airline took flight in April 2021. Travelers can book at AveloAir.com. Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO [...]

2025-09-04T05:43:45+03:00September 5th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

DFW Expands Global Network with New Royal Jordanian Route to Amman, Jordan

Source: DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will further expand its international reach next spring with the launch of nonstop service to Amman, Jordan, when Royal Jordanian begins flights to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). “Welcoming Royal Jordanian to DFW is another exciting step in growing our global network," said Chris McLaughlin, DFW’s Chief Executive Officer. "This new nonstop connection to Amman is a first for North Texas and will expand our reach into the Middle East and further grow DFW’s role as a key international gateway." Royal Jordanian will operate year-round, four times weekly, starting in May 2026. The service will be operated aboard a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 270 seats. The new route offers direct access to [...]

2025-09-04T05:07:54+03:00September 5th, 2025|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|