Source: WestJet WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group celebrated the third inauguration of its 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters in Vancouver alongside integral partners and key stakeholders. The event was commemorated by a ribbon cutting, signifying the launch of WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group's dedicated freighter service in one of the carriers five hubs, that will fulfill the large-scale needs of businesses, freight forwarders, shippers and individual customers across North America. WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group's Vancouver celebration is the last of three inaugural events, that took place across Canada. "We are thrilled to be celebrating this long-awaited milestone in Vancouver, a core hub for WestJet Cargo that will connect our freighter service to the Pacific coast," said Kirsten [...]

Source: Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines Co. and the Transport Workers Union Local 550 (TWU 550) today announced that they reached a Tentative Agreement for the airline's Meteorology Employees. "This agreement rewards our Meteorologists for their expertise and many contributions to our business," said Adam Carlisle, Vice President Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines®. "I appreciate the hard work from both Negotiating Teams to reach an agreement for Employees to vote on." "The Board of TWU 550 would like to thank the Negotiating Committees of both parties for their hard work and diligence to provide our Meteorologists with this Tentative Agreement" said Brian Brown, President of the TWU 550. "Together, these Teams produced a Collective Bargaining Agreement that provides our Members with competitive [...]

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines is bringing a batch of new, affordable and convenient nonstop flights to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) this summer, nearly doubling its number of year-round routes at BOS. Soon, Boston-area travelers will have More Go to Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Houston. "It's exciting to grow our service in Boston and provide new nonstop options to a variety of popular destinations across the country. We trust Bostonians will appreciate the great value and convenience we provide our Guests at such affordable prices," said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. "Special thanks to Ed Freni and the terrific team at Massport for their partnership and this opportunity to deepen our New England [...]

Source: Turkish Airlines For the purpose of certification of its competence to carry lithium battery products safely, Turkish Cargo, the air cargo brand of Turkish Airlines, joined the ‘CEIV Lithium Battery’ certification program, established by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Participation of the Carrier in the certification program, which consists of the training, assessment and validation processes, became formalized at the signing ceremony held during the symposium. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi said; “As a global air cargo brand, we are strongly committed to maintaining the supply chain for the lithium battery products and diligently fulfilling our responsibilities in this regard. Thus, participation in the CEIV Li-batt certification program, which is globally accepted as one of the highest standards, [...]

Source: Aleutian Airways Aleutian Airways; the strongest link in the chain, continues to grow, adding its third Saab 2000 into the fleet just a few short months after launching service to Dutch Harbor. This additional aircraft will be used to support the airline’s busy spring and summer schedule which includes the addition of Sand Point, Cold Bay and King Salmon. New Sand Point and Cold Bay service begins this Monday, May 1. In related news, due to high demand, Aleutian Airways has added an additional roundtrip flight between King Salmon and Anchorage, June 3, through August 23. The additional flights are scheduled to: Depart Anchorage at 10:40 a.m. Arrive in King Salmon at 11:45 a.m. Depart King Salmon at 12:15 [...]