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Revolution in the travel industry: Flybondi enables the resale of its tickets between passengers

Source: Flybondi Flybondi is the first and only airline in the world to give passengers the freedom to do whatever they want with their tickets Resale is the new option with the 3.0 Ticket In simple steps, users will be able to access the first global marketplace where they can buy and sell their tickets With this new benefit, users will have more flexibility when traveling Flybondi introduces a unique function in the aviation industry: for the first time in history, all its domestic tickets can be resold between passengers. Argentina's first low-cost airline announces the new resale benefit for its 3.0 Ticket, which is in addition to the possibility to change the name on the ticket, transfer the ticket, [...]

2023-12-12T09:27:18+02:00December 12th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Quito Airport reopens the children’s area

Source: Quiport The children’s area, located next to domestic pre-boarding area at the Mariscal Sucre International Airport passenger terminal, reopens its doors for the litter travelers, now with a renewed image after its closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Aware of the importance to provide a safe and fun space for children, CorporaciónQuiport, the company in charge of managing the Quito airport, has decided to renew this area. The new design aims to create a magical and educational environment, inspired by the biodiversity and nature of Ecuador, without neglecting the security that this type of spaces must always maintain. The children’s area has been carefully designed to offer little travelers the opportunity to explore and connect in a playful and sensory way with the natural environment. Various elements and textures that stimulate touch have been [...]

2023-12-12T10:12:10+02:00December 12th, 2023|AIRPORTS, News|

Airbus Flight Academy Europe upgrades training fleet with more sustainable aircraft

Source: Airbus Airbus Flight Academy Europe, a 100% subsidiary of Airbus providing civil and military pilot training, has received its first batch of more fuel efficient, quieter Elixir training aircraft as part of its sustainable development strategy. The first four aircraft, out of a total of eight to be delivered, are equipped with a cockpit specially designed for the Airbus Flight Academy, including two Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS), to prepare cadet pilots for the technologies in today's most advanced commercial aircraft. “We are delighted to announce that, following the delivery of our very first Elixir aircraft, our cadets will now be flying this quieter, more fuel-efficient aircraft during the first flight phases of their training. This is a first [...]

2023-12-12T09:53:27+02:00December 12th, 2023|MANUFACTURERS, News|

ALTA: tax increase will position AICM as one of the most expensive airports in Latin America and the Caribbean

Source: ALTA ALTA expresses its refusal to the imminent tax increase on airport landing, apron, overnight and ERPE services at Mexico City's International Airport. The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), an entity representing 160 companies in the air transport ecosystem, including 40 airlines responsible for over 80% of air traffic in the region, expresses its refusal to the imminent tax increase on airport landing, apron, overnight and ERPE services at Mexico City's International Airport. The proposed increase, which is approximately 77%, will make the AICM one of the most expensive airports in the region. Landing, take-off and navigation is the second most expensive item in the operating cost structure for Mexican airlines, only after fuel. In 2022, [...]

2023-12-11T18:31:19+02:00December 11th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Viva Aerobus: Passengers increased 13.0%, reaching an 86.8% Load Factor

Source: Viva Aerobus Viva Aerobus announced its November 2023 preliminary traffic results. Viva Aerobus’ passenger traffic increased 13.0% compared to November 2022, reaching 2.2 million passengers, driven by an increase of 14.1% and 3.2% in domestic and international traffic, respectively. Load factors reached 86.8% compared to 85.9% in 2022, with a load factor mix of 88.1% and 80.2% in domestic and international, respectively. Viva Aerobus grew its total capacity in available seat miles (ASMs) by 12.0% compared to November 2022, reflecting an increase of 13.5% and 4.8% in domestic and international, respectively. “November traffic was robust, with passenger demand outpacing capacity growth, allowing us to maintain a healthy load factor of 86.8%. As we close the year, demand trends remain [...]

2023-12-11T18:45:06+02:00December 11th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Boeing Names Stephanie Pope Chief Operating Officer

Source: Boeing Pope to drive stability and performance across Boeing as the company restores its operational and financial strength 29-year Boeing leader brings deep business and customer expertise across all Boeing markets Boeing today announced Stephanie Pope as executive vice president and chief operating officer of The Boeing Company. In this newly created position, effective January 1, 2024, Pope will report to Boeing President and Chief Executive Officer Dave Calhoun. As Boeing COO, Pope will oversee the performance of the company's three business units with responsibility for driving supply chain, quality, manufacturing and engineering excellence across the company. The business unit Chief Executive Officers, the Boeing Chief Engineer and the President of Boeing Global will report directly to Pope. Senior [...]

2023-12-11T18:23:24+02:00December 11th, 2023|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Aviation leaders commit to work together in order to promote the value and benefits of aviation

Fuente: International Aviation Forum The aviation industry is making huge investments in new technologies in order to achieve our commitment of net zero emissions by 2050. The aviation industry carries everything, from essential goods, such as medicines, food and emergency equipment, to products such as electronic devices and flowers, and everything in between. Aviation brings economic vitality to communities and countries and supports millions of jobs. It is the backbone of global connectivity, weaving a tapestry that unites people, families, and businesses across continents. The declaration unveiled in Athens at the International Aviation Summit has been signed by: Fabio Gamba Angela Gittens Simon Hocquard Glyn Hughes Kostas latrou Yvonne Manzi Makolo Candace McGraw Mehmet Nane

2023-12-11T18:55:00+02:00December 11th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Visa restrictions for crew members could harm Brazil’s economy and society

Source: ALTA The debate on the visa requirement for crew members is an urgent issue that directly affects the aviation sector and the Brazilian economy. This measure, which seems to disregard decrees that have been in place for more than 70 years, could cause serious damage not only to Brazilians who want to travel, but also to the export/freight and tourism sectors.  For the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association - ALTA, the debate on the visa requirement for crew members is an urgent issue that directly affects the aviation sector and, consequently, the Brazilian economy. This measure, which seems to disregard decrees that have been in place for more than 70 years, could cause serious damage not only [...]

2023-12-11T18:35:00+02:00December 11th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

ALTA highlights the achievements and challenges of aviation on its international day

Source: ALTA The Association reinforces the importance of the airline industry as a driver of connectivity and promoter of economic development, highlighting its vast potential in Latin America and the Caribbean “Aviation is the safest and most efficient means to transport life, to carry vaccines, organs, essential supplies to where and when they are needed. It is the most efficient means to transport food, merchandise and perishable goods that would otherwise arrive too late when they are already spoiled. Sometimes it is the only way to get people to remote places where there is no other means of transport. We do not have roads connecting countries as in other regions; we have over 700 islands throughout the Caribbean that need [...]

2023-12-07T19:40:55+02:00December 7th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

LATAM Airlines launches new route from Lima, Peru, to Aruba

Source: Queen Beatrix Aruba International Airport  The Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA), the Aruba Tourism Authority, and the Government of Aruba are thrilled to announce that LATAM, Latin America’s leading airline group, has launched its highly anticipated new route connecting Lima, Peru (LIM), to Aruba (AUA). The inaugural event, held on December 2nd, 2023, marks yet another significant milestone for Aruba as Lima, Peru, becomes the island’s third Latin America regional hub, enhancing connectivity for travelers. Passengers arriving on the inaugural flight received a warm welcome from the Aruba Airport team, accompanied by a small gift. The official inaugural ceremony unfolded in Aruba Airport’s Arrival Hall, attended by government officials, aviation executives, hotel industry partners, and esteemed guests. Distinguished attendees [...]

2023-12-07T19:31:07+02:00December 7th, 2023|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|