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IATA Wings of Change Americas Conference to be held in Santiago de Chile

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that this year’s Wings of Change Americas (WOCA) Conference will be taking place on 8-9 April in Santiago de Chile, with LATAM as the host airline. The 16th edition of the aviation industry’s premier event in Latin America and the Caribbean is being held under the theme “Beyond Borders – Aviation as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation” and will focus on how strategic collaboration between the aviation sector and government authorities can: Expand regional connectivity Accelerate economic growth, and Strengthen global competitiveness. The various panel discussions will highlight the critical importance of collaboration between the aviation industry and governmental bodies, as the key enabler for economic development and transformation. Moreover, industry relevant [...]

2026-02-11T06:39:26+02:00February 12th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Global ACI Guidelines on Airport Concessions Now Available in Spanish

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC releases Spanish edition of global airport concession guidelines, offering clear PPP best practices for long-term infrastructure and performance. Airports Council International Latin America & Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce the release in Spanish of the report: “Best Practices in Airport Concession Contracts: Global Approaches and Guidelines for Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) 2025.” This document provides clear and practical guidance on structuring and implementing private sector participation in airports, specifically aimed at concessionaires, investors, lenders, advisors, governments, and granting authorities. Currently, more than 850 airports in over 90 countries have private sector involvement, and investment continues to expand with 132 transactions at different stages of the global pipeline as of January 2025. In this context, airport asset concessions [...]

2026-02-11T06:37:42+02:00February 11th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American continues to invest in Chicago with new Admirals Club lounge coming soon

Source: American Airlines Construction to create the new lounge space is underway. Existing Admirals Club® lounge in Concourse L to remain open during construction. American Airlines is continuing to elevate the customer experience in Chicago with bold investments in premium customer experiences for Chicago travelers, and plans to open a new, expanded Admirals Club® lounge at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) Concourse L. Spanning more than 10,000 square feet, the new lounge will eventually replace the existing lounge in Concourse L, giving customers more space to relax during their travel journey. The lounge will feature local design elements that reflect the vibrant community of Chicago, as well as sweeping airside views via floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the runway. Customers can [...]

2026-02-11T06:09:48+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Carnival Prizing Ceremony at Aruba Airport

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) proudly hosted a Carnival Prizing Ceremony to honor the winners of the SMAC Carnival events, including the Carnival Monarchs, as part of Aruba’s 72nd Carnival season. As a dedicated supporter of Aruba’s cultural heritage, AAA partnered with SMAC to recognize the individuals whose passion, creativity, and dedication keep Carnival alive year after year. During the ceremony, AAA expressed its appreciation to the winners and participants, acknowledging their important role in preserving and celebrating Aruba’s cultural identity. “Carnival is an important part of Aruba’s culture and heritage,” said Marylin Feliciana, Marketing & Communications Manager at Aruba Airport Authority. “The participants are the ones who keep this tradition alive through their dedication and talent. [...]

2026-02-11T06:02:19+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

U.S. Cargo and Passenger Airlines Lost 27,659 Jobs in December 2025

Source: US DOT This release is published on a fixed schedule as required by the Office of Management and Budget, and statistics in this release may be revised when inputs to the statistics are corrected or updated. Data on the program page of this website are the most up-to-date and complete. Note: FedEx, the leading air cargo employer alone decreased employment by 29,113 jobs in December 2025. In June 2024, FedEx Ground and FedEx Services merged with FedEx Express to form Federal Express Corporation. Consequently, carrier FX experienced a significant increase in employee count, thereby increasing the total number of employees within the industry. May 2024 Federal Express numbers are 233,739, while Federal Express Corporation June 2024 numbers are 432,127. U.S. [...]

2026-02-11T06:05:26+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Aena launched its advertising tender for the network’s airports, with a business value of over 1 billion euros

Source: Aena This project offers one of Europe’s largest advertising platforms, with high impact and visibility covering more than 9 million square metres The tender is for a single lot and shall have a term of 10 years (except for the Balearic Islands airports, which shall be 11.5 years) Aena is committed to transforming airport advertising based on digitalisation, the intelligent use of data and the implementation of advanced solutions Aena's Board of Directors has approved the launching of a tender for a new advertising model for the network in Spain. It presents a unique opportunity in the sector, thanks to the significant possibilities of airports as an advertising medium with national, international, continuous and concentrated visibility within a single [...]

2026-02-11T07:03:58+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Miami International Airport soars to sixth-straight record year in cargo growth

Source: MIA Passenger traffic surpasses the 55-million mark again in 2025 Cargo shipments at Miami International Airport (MIA), the busiest U.S. airport for international freight, skyrocketed by 13.6% to nearly 3.5 million tons in 2025, giving the air cargo hub of the Americas six straight years of record-breaking growth. Passenger traffic at MIA surpassed the 55-million mark for the second consecutive year, reaching 55.3 million travelers in 2025 — just 1% below the airport’s record set in 2024. The second-busiest U.S. airport for international travel served 24.8 million passengers and 30.5 million domestic passengers, underscoring sustained demand for Miami-Dade County’s global gateway. Even as North America experienced a 2% decline in domestic air travel in 2025, according to the most [...]

2026-02-10T10:48:15+02:00February 10th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

American Airlines empowers customers with new app enhancements

Source: American Airlines American Airlines is making new enhancements to its mobile app to give customers more autonomy when travel doesn’t go as planned, making the disruptions easier to navigate. Customers now get real-time solutions, all in one place and at their fingertips. These updates bring together what customers need during a disruption and let them choose what works best for their journey, right from the American mobile app or aa.com. It’s a smarter, faster and more intuitive way to handle the unexpected, putting control back in the hands of travelers. “We strive to make every customer’s travel as smooth as possible, but we recognize things don’t always go to plan. When that happens, customers deserve transparent information and real-time [...]

2026-02-10T10:53:09+02:00February 10th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Copa Holdings Announces Monthly Traffic Statistics for January 2026

Source: Copa Holdings Copa Holdings, S.A. has released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for January 2026: Copa Holdings (Consolidated) January 2026 January 2025 % Change ASM (mm)(1) 3,104.4 2,774.6 11.9 % RPM (mm)(2) 2,716.0 2,396.2 13.3 % Load Factor(3) 87.5 % 86.4 % 1.1 p.p. Available seat miles - represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown. Revenue passenger miles - represents the number of miles flown by revenue passengers Load factor - represents the percentage of aircraft seating capacity that is utilized For January 2026, Copa Holdings' capacity (ASMs) increased by 11.9%, while system-wide passenger traffic (RPMs) increased by 13.3% compared to 2025. As a result, the system load factor for the month [...]

2026-02-10T09:22:58+02:00February 10th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet announces four new flights and enhanced east-west connectivity for summer 2026

Source: WestJet New routes and added frequencies strengthen regional connectivity and improve access across Canada WestJet is expanding its domestic network with new non-stop summer service between Calgary (YYC) and Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario (YAM), North Bay, Ontario (YYB) and Campbell River, British Columbia (YBL). WestJet is also adding non-stop seasonal service between Terrace, B.C. (YXT) and Edmonton (YEG), strengthening domestic connectivity within Western Canada. "Adding these routes to our summer 2026 schedule reinforces WestJet's commitment to strengthening regional connectivity and supporting tourism and economic growth across Canada," said John Weatherill, WestJet Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "The new routes will give guests from across Canadagreater choice to explore their own backyard, as well as more efficient access to [...]

2026-02-10T09:29:20+02:00February 10th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|