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Viva and Volaris announced the formation of a new Mexican Airline Group to accelerate the growth of air travel and connectivity in Mexico

Source: Viva Will enable more flights at low fares for passengers, strengthening connectivity in Mexico. Will maintain Viva and Volaris identities, brands and operations (including independent operating certificates), preserving existing choice for passengers. Will advance the democratization of travel in Mexico. Will realize economies of scale, strengthening the financial profile of the new airline group. The transaction is subject to conditions and regulatory approvals in Mexico and other jurisdictions where Viva and Volaris operate. Grupo Viva Aerobus, S.A. de C.V. ("Viva") and Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) (“Volaris” or “the Company”) today announced that they have entered into an agreement to create a new Mexican airline group (“the airline group”) under a [...]

2025-12-22T17:16:21+02:00December 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

2025 wrapped: a look back on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines’ first combined year

Source: Alaska Airlines    A year of meaningful progress on the integration between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, 2025 was full growth, innovation and impact across our newly combined company. Let’s take a moment to look back at some of the biggest highlights of the year.  Expanding our global reach and network  We proudly carried more than 55,000,000 passengers on more than 486,000 flights across our combined global network.   We announced five new global destinations from our Seattle hub — Seoul, Tokyo, Reykjavik, Rome and London — opening doors to new adventures and cultural connections.  Over Thanksgiving, our employees delivered the best operation in the industry, achieving the highest on-time performance of any U.S.-based carrier.  We expanded our schedule and connectivity by adding 21 new domestic routes in 2025, including nonstop service between San Francisco and both Kona and [...]

2025-12-22T16:35:17+02:00December 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

OMA announces approval of Master Development Program for its 13 Airports for the 2026-2030 period

Source: OMA Ps.16,005 million investment plan approved for OMA’s 13 airports. MDPs prioritize capacity expansion, operational modernization, technology, and sustainability. Mexican airport operator Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte, S.A.B. de C.V., known as OMA (NASDAQ: OMAB; BMV: OMA), announced that it has received approval of the Master Development Program (MDP) for each of its airports for the 2026–2030 period, granted by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) through the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC). The 2026–2030 Master Development Programs contemplate committed investments of Ps.16,005 million, expressed in December 2024 pesos, aimed at comprehensively strengthening the infrastructure and operations of OMA’s airport network. The programs prioritize the expansion and modernization of terminal facilities, the development and rehabilitation of aeronautical [...]

2025-12-22T16:43:01+02:00December 22nd, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

TSA prepares for holiday travel season to cap record year

Source: TSA 2025 marks significant year of improvements for traveler experience The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is gearing up for a busy end-of-year holiday travel season, one that may reach record passenger levels. TSA is fully staffed and ready to screen a projected 44.3 million travelers at the nation's airport security checkpoints between Friday, Dec 19, 2025, through Sunday, Jan 4, 2026. The agency expects the heaviest traveler volume will be about 2.86 million on Sunday, Dec 28, followed by Dec 19, 20, 21, 27, and 29. The busiest day last year was Friday, Dec. 27, when TSA screened just under 2.85 million travelers. "TSA expects 2025 to be another record setter following major improvements this year to make airport [...]

2025-12-22T16:26:57+02:00December 22nd, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines sets the stage for summer with 15 new routes

Source: American Airlines American will add 15 new routes in 2026, connecting more of the United States with the airline’s global network. Already serving more airports in the U.S. than any other airline, American will strengthen domestic connectivity with the launch of flights to Lincoln, Nebraska (LNK). American is committed to delivering competitive travel options for customers across the country, including at its Chicago (ORD) hub, where the airline will offer more than 500 daily departures next summer. While the holiday season is underway, American Airlines is looking ahead to next summer with 15 new routes for those looking to gift the perfect trip next year. American’s network already provides more one-stop connections than any other airline. Now, travelers will [...]

2025-12-22T17:17:00+02:00December 19th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

TAP Air Portugal breaks historic record on Portugal-Brazil routes

Source: TAP Flight between Lisbon and the heart of the Amazon carried passenger number 2,066,000. TAP Air Portugal has reached an unprecedented milestone: as of this Wednesday, December 17, the airline has carried a record number of passengers on routes connecting Europe and Brazil—2,066,000 travelers. This achievement consolidates TAP as one of the main air bridges between the two continents. This is yet another historic achievement that reinforces the airline's strategic role in transatlantic connectivity, surpassing what had already been achieved in 2024. The milestone was celebrated in Manaus with the arrival of flight TP51 from Lisbon. This year, on November 4, the capital of the state of Amazonas marked the first anniversary of the Lisbon–Manaus route, an important milestone [...]

2025-12-19T19:30:52+02:00December 19th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Transportation Secretary Duffy Launches “Make Travel Family Friendly Again” Campaign, Announces $1B in Funding to Support Initiative

Source: FAA U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy launched his “Make Travel Family Friendly Again” campaign ahead of a busy holiday travel season. The goal of the campaign is to address a common refrain from the public – it can be challenging to travel as a family. From needing more dedicated spaces for young children and exercise equipment, to finding places for mothers to nurse their children, to staying fit on the go, or struggling to find more healthy food options, the Trump Administration is committed to making every stage of the travel journey more seamless. To improve families’ experiences in airport terminals, Secretary Duffy announced $1 billion in funding to incentivize more family-friendly resources in airport terminals. This can [...]

2025-12-19T19:45:22+02:00December 19th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada Prepares to Welcome More than 2.3 Million Customers Onboard this Holiday Season

Source: Air Canada Airline bringing festive cheer to customers on more than 18,000 flights to over 180 destinations worldwide over the holiday season Air Canada teams across the world are ready to go above and beyond to make journeys as smooth as possible, with extra attention for customers with accessibility needs and minors travelling unaccompanied Additional airport support, including personalized care and seasonal surprises, combines with digital tools to make travel easier and more enjoyable 'Tis the season for making memories, and for more than 2.3 million Air Canada customers, that starts the moment they arrive at the airport. Between December 18 and January 4, the airline expects to welcome close to 130,000 customers a day – surpassing 140,000 during [...]

2025-12-19T19:56:16+02:00December 19th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Aruba Airport Spreads Hope At School Caiquetio

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V.’s (AAA)Wings of Hope (WoH) team was recently invited by Scol Caiquetio for a special celebration highlighting the donations made to the school. Scol Caiquetio is an elementary school dedicated to nurture, educate, and empower students with diverse learning needs. Their mission is to create an inclusive environment where every child feels heard, supported, and celebrated. As part of the school’s daily routines and educational activities, audiovisual communication plays a vital role in delivering instructions, hosting presentations, celebrating achievements, and enhancing classroom experiences. Back in September, Wings of Hope received a donation request to provide Scol Caiquetio with the necessary sound equipment for their class, enabling better communication and a more immersive way of [...]

2025-12-22T16:24:45+02:00December 19th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

Porter takes off to Grand Cayman with first flights from Toronto

Source: Porter Airlines Ottawa service launches tomorrow Dec. 19 Porter Airlines is inaugurating nonstop service today between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (GCM), with up to three times weekly frequency. This route is complemented by twice weekly non-stop flights operating from Ottawa beginning Dec. 19. “Grand Cayman is the fifth sun vacation market that Porter is launching this winter from both Toronto Pearson and Ottawa,” says Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “Canadians' travel interest in the Caribbean is steadily growing and now they can easily access the Cayman Islands from two prominent hubs in our network. We look forward to welcoming even more passengers to try our award-winning onboard service, [...]

2025-12-22T16:50:32+02:00December 18th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|