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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|

Air Canada Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

Source: Air Canada Delivered record operating revenues of $5.8 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, reaching $22.4 billion for the full year Operating income of $918 million and adjusted EBITDA* of $3.1 billion in 2025 Generated $3.7 billion in net cash flows from operations and $747 million in free cash flow* in 2025, deployed over $850 million in share buybacks Improved operational performance and customer sentiment scores year over year, recognized as the Best Airline in North America at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards Experiencing strong momentum in bookings versus last year Air Canada has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 and provided its outlook for the full year 2026. "Air Canada [...]

2026-02-13T07:49:12+02:00February 16th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada discloses order for eight Airbus A350-1000s

Source: Airbus Air Canada has disclosed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a pivotal upgrade to the airline’s long-haul fleet strategy with an additional commitment to Airbus widebody aircraft. The order was listed as undisclosed in November 2025. The A350-1000’s economics and lower operating costs will deliver a significant competitive advantage to Air Canada. With an industry-leading range of up to 9,000nm, the latest generation widebody aircraft will be central to the airline’s global expansion, enabling seamless, non-stop connectivity from Canada to high-growth markets across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia. “Air Canada’s continued global ambitions are solidified by the selection of the Airbus A350-1000, a natural next step in the evolution of our fleet. The [...]

2026-02-13T07:52:56+02:00February 13th, 2026|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|

TAP Air Portugal announces new international route to São Luís, Brazil

Source: TAP Two weekly flights between Lisbon and the capital of Maranhão state starting in October 2026. São Luís becomes the 15 Brazilian city served by direct TAP flights, consolidating its position as the European airline with the largest presence in the South American country. TAP Air Portugal takes another step in its expansion strategy in Brazil and announces the launch of the Lisbon – São Luís route, starting on October 26, 2026. Two weekly flights will connect Europe directly to Maranhão, through the airline's hub in Lisbon. The flights will be operated with Airbus A321LR aircraft, renowned for their comfort and efficiency on long-haul flights, with a capacity of 16 passengers in business class and 155 in economy class, [...]

2026-02-11T07:00:19+02:00February 12th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|