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Air Cargo Helps Power Peru’s Fresh Produce Export Boom

Source: IATA     The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released a report showing how air cargo has supported Peru’s strong export expansion and helped the country emerge as one of the world’s leading exporters of fresh produce. Report highlights include: The value of Peru’s exports grew from $33.7 billion in 2015 to $90.1 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3% (about four times the global average of 2.2%). The value of fresh fruit and vegetable exports, often transported by air, more than tripled, increasing from $2.4 billion in 2015 to $8.1 billion in 2025. Peru is a global leader in fresh produce exports, including blueberries, asparagus, and fresh grapes. The growth of the [...]

2026-03-12T07:01:41+02:00March 12th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

The world of Virgin Atlantic, now in your pocket

Source: Virgin Atlantic New Virgin Atlantic app becomes a personal travel companion from booking to boarding Virgin Atlantic announced the launch of its new mobile app, designed to put the world of Virgin Atlantic in the pocket of every guest, making travel faster, simpler and smarter. Available now, the app brings every trip together in one place. From booking through to boarding and beyond, guests can see upcoming journeys at a glance, manage key travel details and access support in real time. Designed with Flying Club members at its core but accessible to all, the app is simple to use, built with accessibility in mind and focused on keeping personal details secure. Flying Club members can track their points and [...]

2026-03-12T07:15:10+02:00March 12th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

IATA Advances AI Initiatives to Support Air Cargo Operations

Source: IATA     The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain: Making publications more efficient: IATA is launching an AI Subject Matter Expert (AI SME), a mobile and web-based application that helps operational teams quickly find information in IATA cargo and safety publications by asking questions in plain language. The tool provides accurate answers within seconds. This supports faster operational decision-making, strengthens compliance, and improves efficiency in time-critical environments.The AI SME will be available initially for the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and the IATA Cargo Handling Manual (ICHM) [...]

2026-03-12T07:04:04+02:00March 12th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Delta debuts interactive way to dream, plan and explore Europe

Source: Delta Air Lines   Delta is unveiling its new Delta Destinations for your Euro Summer 2026, giving customers a new way to discover their perfect European getaway. Anchored by an interactive quiz and a growing collection of curated destination guides, Delta Destinations is designed to inspire customers to explore, dream and plan their summer adventures across Europe’s most iconic and up-and-coming cities served by Delta’s global network. Launching with guides for Amsterdam, Malta, Porto and London, Delta Destinations brings each destination to life through tailored recommendations, local highlights and insider travel tips from Delta people designed to spark curiosity and wanderlust. With travel demand to Europe continuing to grow, our goal with Delta Destinations is to make trip discovery [...]

2026-03-12T08:02:07+02:00March 12th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Avianca will add two Airbus A330-900 aircraft to its fleet, strengthening connectivity in Colombia and the Americas.

Source: Avianca The wide-body aircraft will operate on strategic routes, boosting the company's expansion and strengthening the Abra Group's presence in the region. Avianca is consolidating its position as the only operator of this model in Colombia, contributing to the growth of tourism and the country's competitiveness. These aircraft are part of the Abra Group's announcement to add seven Airbus A330-900 aircraft. Avianca will add two Airbus A330-900 aircraft to its fleet, joining the 15 wide-body aircraft that currently operate the company's long-haul routes. These aircraft will be based in Colombia, representing a significant investment in the country and reflecting the airline's commitment to strengthening connectivity and tourism, while also supporting the Abra Group's growing presence in medium- and long-haul [...]

2026-03-12T06:56:38+02:00March 12th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

IATA Highlights Value of Aviation for Peru

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is highlighting the Value of Air Transport study for Peru (pdf) as the country plays host to the first IATA World Cargo Symposium to be held in South America. The report quantifies the substantial benefits that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates in terms of jobs and economic activity in the country. Highlights from 2023 data show that aviation supports and facilitates: USD 6.2 billion of economic activity (total impact including wider supply chain, employee spending, and tourism activities), equal to 3.2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). 364,000 jobs (total impact including wider supply chain, employee spending, and tourism activities), of which 36,100 are in aviation. 240,300 tonnes of air cargo. Access the full [...]

2026-03-11T08:36:46+02:00March 11th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Elevated travel experience coming to Austin with new Admirals Club lounge

Source: American Airlines   American Airlines is continuing its investment in premium customer experiences and the Austin, Texas, community with plans to open a new, expanded Admirals Club®lounge at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The new lounge will span more than 12,000 square feet on the west side of the terminal, doubling its current footprint at AUS, and introduce a first for American’s lounge network: an outdoor terrace space. Guests will enjoy expansive views of downtown Austin and the airfield, creating a uniquely local and elevated atmosphere for customers. “As we elevate our presence in Austin, we’re excited to bring a new level of comfort and hospitality to our customers,” said American’s Chief Customer Officer Heather Garboden. “This new Admirals Club® [...]

2026-03-11T18:27:25+02:00March 11th, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Iberia Group will offer nearly 1.2 million seats during the Easter weekend

Source: Iberia Iberia, Iberia Express, and Iberia Regional Air Nostrum are offering 1,175,132 seats and will operate 7,329 flights, 10% more than during the same period in 2025 Frequencies to Budapest, Athens, Prague, and Vienna are being increased, as well as capacity on flights to Rome. Iberia has increased its capacity by 7.6% in Latin America in just one year and will offer more than 3.3 million seats. On March 29, coinciding with the start of the summer season, the daily flight to Newark will be inaugurated. The Iberia Group (Iberia, Iberia Express, and Iberia Regional Air Nostrum) is reinforcing its operations for Easter and has scheduled 7,329 flights between March 27 and April 7, 10% more than during the [...]

2026-03-12T05:55:28+02:00March 11th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada and CAE Announced Eight Recipients of the Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship

Source: Air Canada   Awarded to Canadian women studying to become commercial pilots or aircraft maintenance engineers Four aspiring commercial pilots become CAE Women in Flight ambassadors Air Canada and CAE, two of Canada's premiere aerospace companies headquartered in Montreal, are pleased to announce today the eight recipients of the seventh edition of the Air Canada and CAE Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship. Each year, up to eight Canadian women studying to become commercial pilots or aircraft maintenance engineers are awarded scholarships to pursue their training. Of these recipients, four aspiring commercial pilots will join the CAE Women in Flight program as ambassadors. "Each year, the Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship allows us to witness the incredible talent, perseverance, and passion of [...]

2026-03-10T05:05:45+02:00March 10th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines partners with America250 to celebrate nation’s 250th anniversary

Source: American Airlines America250, the national nonpartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, is proud to announce that American Airlines will serve as an official sponsor and partner in this historic nationwide celebration. As one of the country’s most iconic and enduring brands, American will join a growing coalition of leading companies helping to engage more than 350 million Americans in this once-in-a-generation milestone. The partnership comes at a uniquely symbolic moment for American, which is celebrating its own centennial year in 2026. For 100 years, American has connected communities, powered economic growth and supported national priorities, defining what it means to move America forward. Founded in the early days [...]

2026-03-10T04:57:15+02:00March 10th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|