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TAP Air Portugal transports 1 million passengers on North Atlantic routes

Source: TAP Travel to and from destinations in United States and Canada has grown by 23% this year TAP Air Portugal transported more than 1 million passengers on its routes to the United States and Canada in 2023. The milestone, achieved on September 24, represents a 23% increase in comparison to the same time period in 2022. TAP’s first flight to North America happened 54 years ago in 1969, to JFK International Airport in New York. Currently, TAP’s network includes flights toLisbon and Porto from seven American cities – New York, Newark, Boston, Washington D.C., Chicago, San Francisco, Miami. In Canada, TAP flies from the cities of Toronto and Montreal. In 2024, TAP will offer its most extensive operational network [...]

2023-09-28T17:11:04+03:00September 28th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Lufthansa equips short and medium-haul aircraft with new cabins

Source: Lufthansa Lufthansa guests will experience a new cabin interior on short- and medium-haul routes in the future. It offers significantly more comfort and premium. Starting in spring 2025, the company will successively equip 38 Airbus A320s already flying for Lufthansa with the new innovative cabin. More space for carry-on luggage: Large overhead bins can hold up to twice as many carry-on suitcases or bags as the current "bins", because the items of luggage can now be stowed vertically and much more quickly and conveniently in the compartments, which are 40 percent larger. USB port: Lufthansa installs a dedicated USB port in each seat, which can be used to charge mobile devices. Tablet/smartphone holder: For the first time, Lufthansa is equipping all seats [...]

2023-09-28T17:13:38+03:00September 28th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

ACI World: Latest air travel outlook reveals 2024 to be a milestone for global passenger traffic

Source: ACI World The most authoritative source and industry reference for airport traffic trends and rankings now available The Latin America-Caribbean region is forecasted to be the first region to surpass its 2019 level. In 2023, the region is estimated to reach 707 million passengers, or 102.9% of the 2019 level Airports Council International (ACI) World has today published its latest quarterly air travel outlook revealing global passenger traffic expected to recover in early 2024 as it reaches 9.4 billion passengers. Highlights from ACI World's 14th Advisory Bulletin on the impact of COVID-19 on the airport business—and the path to recovery include: Global passenger volume in 2023 is expected to reach 8.6 billion passengers, which is 94.2% of the 2019 [...]

2023-09-27T17:41:05+03:00September 27th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines Joins Embraer’s Energia Advisory Group

Source: Embraer Embraer announced that American Airlines has signed an MoU with Embraer to join its Energia Advisory Group, an experienced and knowledgeable team of airlines, lessors, suppliers, and other aviation experts advising Embraer on its development of sustainable aircraft for the future. The MoU with Embraer will see the companies working together to define and establish the real-world requirements for sustainable, emission-free, and commercially viable aviation. American is a recognized leader in the drive for sustainable flight and was named 2023 Eco-Airline of the Year by Air Transport World. American operates the youngest mainline fleet and the largest regional fleet among U.S. network carriers and in 2022 consumed more than two million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel. It has [...]

2023-09-27T17:24:30+03:00September 27th, 2023|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|

U.S. Air Travel Consumer Report: June 2023 and 2nd Quarter 2023 Numbers

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of June 2023 and the first six months of 2023 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, and second quarter oversales. The ATCR is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by airlines. DOT remains committed to ensuring airline passengers are treated fairly and flights operate as scheduled.For the first six months of 2023, 1.6% of flights have been canceled, far below the 3.2% cancellation rate for the first six months of last year and the 2.4% cancellation rate for first six months of pre-pandemic 2019. DOT uses [...]

2023-09-27T20:26:03+03:00September 27th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Southwest Airlines Celebrates Week of Wow with 50% Off Limited Base Fares and Daily Deals for Fall and Winter Travel

Source: Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines Co. launched one of its largest sales of the year as part of its Week of WOW. Starting today, through Sept. 28, 2023, 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, Customers can take advantage of 50% off base fares on limited flights by using WOW50 in the promo code box when booking travel between Oct. 24, 2023, and March 6, 20241. Restrictions, exclusions, and blackout dates apply. Seats and days are limited. Discount applied before government taxes and fees. Visit Southwest.com® to book and view the full terms and conditions. “We understand flexibility and great deals are top of mind for Customers looking to book their next trip,” said Jonathan Clarkson, Vice President of Marketing at Southwest Airlines. “This [...]

2023-09-27T20:20:13+03:00September 27th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

KLM to invest in cleaner, quieter and more fuel-efficient long-haul aircraft with an order of new Airbus A350s

Source: KLM The new aircraft will fly the Dutch flag airline's routes to the Americas  KLM plans to renew its older generation long-haul fleet with Airbus A350 family aircraft in the coming years. The Airbus A350 is acknowled­ged as the most fuel efficient and silent aircraft of its generation. These new wide-body aircraft have substantial benefits in terms of reducing CO2 emissions and noise impact. Procurement is subject to the recommendations of the KLM Works Council. “Today marks a very special day for KLM. We have taken a big step towards our future with the proposed decision of purchasing new aircraft. We can make our fleet significantly cleaner, quieter and more fuel-efficient with the A350s. This is important, because we are [...]

2023-09-27T20:18:47+03:00September 27th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet announces official 2023 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic(TM) partnership

Source: WestJet WestJet to sponsor the most anticipated Battle of Alberta this NHL season WestJet, today in partnership with The National Hockey League (NHL®), announced it will serve as the official airline of the 2023 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Returning to its city of origin in Edmonton, the 2023 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ will be hosted at the iconic Commonwealth Stadium at 5 p.m. MT in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the outdoor NHL game. "Hockey has always been a part of our province's vibrant identity and there is no better way to celebrate this beloved Canadian pastime than through the tradition of the NHL Heritage Classic™," shared John Weatherill, WestJet Group [...]

2023-09-27T19:47:17+03:00September 26th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Airbus nominates new Commercial Aircraft business CEO

Source: Airbus Christian Scherer to become new Commercial Aircraft business CEO, reporting to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury Nomination will ensure dedicated operational focus for this business in challenging times, enabling the Airbus CEO to focus on the strategic, global and transformational agenda of Airbus Airbus SE (stock exchange symbol: AIR) is announcing a leadership evolution in the Executive Committee, establishing a dedicated head at the helm of the Commercial Aircraft business. "Since 2019, the leadership roles of Airbus and its Commercial Aircraft business have been combined, providing alignment and speed of execution during a period of multiple crises and change. Airbus has now put itself on a clear trajectory in line with its purpose of ‘Pioneering sustainable aerospace for a [...]

2023-09-26T18:01:47+03:00September 26th, 2023|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Alaska Airlines adds new nonstop between San Diego and Atlanta

Source: Alaska Airlines Heart of Georgia becomes our 37th nonstop destination, the most of any carrier from San Diego  Our guests in San Diego love the convenience of our nonstop, coast-to-coast flights. How about we add another? Alaska Airlines is announcing new, daily service between San Diego and Atlanta that begins flying on May 16, 2024. Tickets are available for purchase now at alaskaair.com. We’re committed to growing our network for guests in Southern California. We’ll offer 37 nonstop destinations next spring from San Diego to cities across the Northwest, Northeast, California, Mexico, Florida and all four major islands in Hawaii. We currently offer 36 nonstop destinations from San Diego, which remains the most of any airline serving the airport. [...]

2023-09-25T21:37:20+03:00September 26th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|