Source: American Airlines Only on American: Free access to TikTok More than dance videos — customers can find travel inspiration, off-the-beaten-path locations, and travel tips American Airlines, which has the fastest Wi-Fi on more aircraft than any other U.S. carrier, just added TikTok to its roster of free inflight offerings. Without having to purchase Wi-Fi, customers traveling on Viasat-equipped narrowbody aircraft can get 30-minutes of free access to TikTok, an entertainment platform powered by a global community of creatives. This is a promotional offering beginning Aug. 2, 2021. “Faster Wi-Fi allows us to deliver diverse inflight entertainment options and invest in innovative partnerships with platforms like TikTok,” said Clarissa Sebastian, American’s Managing Director of Premium Customer Experience and Onboard Products. [...]

Source: KLM In the second quarter of 2021, KLM reported an operating loss of EUR 185 million, compared to a loss of EUR 493 million in the same period last year, when the coronavirus pandemic was at its height. Second-quarter revenues this year amounted to EUR 1,207 million, compared to EUR 701 million in 2020. Although the results for the period indicate a clear improvement compared to 2020, they are far behind pre-pandemic figures. Nevertheless, these results constitute a significant impulse on the road to recovery. During the first half of 2021, KLM incurred an operating loss of EUR 522 million, with revenues amounting to EUR 2,137 million. In the first half of 2020, KLM incurred a loss of EUR 768 [...]

Source: Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines now offers its everyday low-fares within all three major global distribution systems including Sabre, Travelport, and Amadeus Southwest Airlines Co.  began offering flights for sale within Sabre's global distribution system (GDS), the leading corporate booking channel in the US. With a rollout of the partnership now complete, Southwest Airlines® for the first time in Company history offers an ability for business travelers and travel decision makers to book Southwest and its everyday low fares at an industry-standard level of participation within all three major GDSs. "As we bring the Southwest Effect to business travel, our number one focus continues to be removing friction when booking travel, while at the same time investing in the booking [...]

Source: Frontier Frontier Airlines announced 20 new nonstop routes, including 17 new Orlando routes and an expansion into four popular international vacation destinations: Antigua & Barbuda, Belize City, Liberia, Costa Rica and Turks & Caicos. Plus, the airline is adding its 7th airport in New York state with the announcement of service from New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New Windsor. To celebrate the new service, Frontier is offering introductory fares starting at $25*. “This announcement marks one of our largest international expansions ever and we are thrilled to now offer our customers affordable service to four more popular destinations offering both sun and fun,” said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, Frontier Airlines. “Summer 2021 has led to [...]

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines, Inc.reported second quarter 2021 financial results. Ended the second quarter 2021 with $2.2 billion of unrestricted cash, cash equivalents, short-term investment securities and liquidity available under the Company's revolving credit facility As Reported Second Quarter 2021      Second Quarter 2020 Second Quarter 2019 Total Operating Revenues $859.3 million $138.5 million $1,013.0 million Pre-tax Income (Loss) $(273.3) million $(212.5) million $148.6 Million Net Income (Loss) $(287.9) million $(144.4) million $114.5 million Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share $(2.73) $(1.81) $1.67 Adjusted 1  Second Second Quarter 2021 Quarter 2020 Second Quarter 2019 Adjusted EBITDA $62.1 million $(273.2) million $220.4 million Adjusted EBITDA Margin 7.2% (197.2)% 21.8% Adjusted Pre-tax Income (Loss) $(44.7) million $(364.4) million $150.1 million Adjusted Net Income (Loss) $(36.3) [...]

Source: WestJet WestJet celebrated the launch of its new route between Calgary and Charlottetown with the departure and arrival of flight 630 and flight 631 between the communities. The new non-stop flights directly link Western Canada to Prince Edward Island for the first time and marks a positive sign for both region's travel and tourism markets. "The introduction of new service between Prince Edward Island and Calgary is an important milestone for WestJet, our guests and these communities," said John Weatherill, WestJet Chief Commercial Officer. "As vaccination rates across Canada continue to rise and restrictions ease, there's no better way to demonstrate our commitment to Canada's economic recovery than by seeing our investments take off as we continue to restore our network and reconnect Canadians from coast-to-coast." Upon flight 630's arrival in Charlottetown, guests visiting from Calgary were greeted by Charlottetown Mayor Phillip [...]

Source: Avianca This is the most important global recognition for airlines in health and hygiene matters. In 2020, the airline implemented its BioCare program, which includes all biosafety protocols before, during and after a flight. Avianca received the Diamond certification from APEX Health Safety (Airline Passenger Experience Association) powered by SimpliFlying, which established a global standard to assess hygiene and health protocols for airlines. Before granting the award, the airline’s biosafety measures implemented since it resumed operations in 2020 were audited to guarantee a safer journey for all passengers. The ‘Diamond’ standard is the most relevant level granted to airlines who have shown how they prioritize their commitment to safer travel with optimal sanitary conditions. “The health and safety of our [...]