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ACI-LAC Webinar 26 April 2023: SITA “Air Transport IT Insights Report”

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC invites all its members to the webinar on SITA's "Air Transport IT Insights Report". The industry is undergoing a continuous transformation as air travel continues its post-pandemic recovery. As a result, it is looking for innovation and automation to shape a new era of travel. For this reason, IT has become a critical component of every part of the business. In this webinar, we will share the results of SITA's IT Insights research that explores emerging IT trends and the role of technology in supporting the aviation industry. Digitalization is a key competitiveness and success factor for airlines and airports as they strive to achieve that seamless end-to-end travel journey. Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 Time: 10:00 AM (Panama/Quito/Bogota) Speakers:  [...]

2023-04-26T19:35:43+03:00April 26th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

SITA renews sponsorship of the leading ACI-ICAO executive development program for airport managers

Source: ACI Airports Council International (ACI) World and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) today announce SITA's renewed and long-standing support of the leading training and leadership program for airport executives, the Airport Management Professional Accreditation Program (AMPAP). Since its launch in 2007, AMPAP has become the globally recognized and respected curriculum for career development and excellence for airport executives, benefiting over 1,200 participants to date. The program covers all functional areas of the airport business and latest industry standards, helping practitioners meet the current and emerging challenges they face for the benefit of the travelling public and the communities aviation serves. Drew Griffiths, Head of SITA AT AIRPORTS, said: "We are very proud to continue as the premier sponsor of the [...]

2023-04-26T01:10:21+03:00April 25th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS, SUPPLIERS|

IATA: Aviation Provides Critical Relief in Crises

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reminded stakeholders of the critical role that aviation plays at times of natural disasters and humanitarian crises. "When crises strike, aviation is there. Connectivity is essential to get aid and first responders to where they are needed. The response to the recent earthquake in Southern Türkiye and Syria was no exception. Airlines helped save lives in the immediate aftermath of the earthquake. And airlines continue to help accelerate the recovery with vital cargo shipments," said Willie Walsh, IATA's Director General, as the airline industry met in Istanbul for the IATA World Cargo Symposium. While there is no comprehensive tabulation of the support that aviation provided, a limited review of 29 key carriers [...]

2023-04-25T19:22:51+03:00April 25th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Volaris Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter 2023

Source: Volaris Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) (“Volaris” or “The Company”), the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, the United States, Central and South America, today announces its financial results for the first quarter 20231. First Quarter 2023 Highlights (All figures are reported in U.S. dollars and compared to 1Q 2022 unless otherwise noted) Total operating revenues of $731 million, a 29% increase Total revenue per available seat mile (TRASM) increased 9.5% to $7.71 cents Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 18% to 9.5 billion Total operating expenses of $762 million, representing 104% of total operating revenue Total operating expenses per available seat mile (CASM) increased 8.2% to $8.03 cents Average economic fuel cost increased 12% [...]

2023-04-25T19:38:45+03:00April 25th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Canadian North Updates Schedule: Getting You There Faster

Source: Canadian North Just as spring is the time of growth and renewal, Canadian North will be launching a new flight schedule for communities served by ATR aircraft. The new schedule will come into effect during the first week of May and will provide passengers and cargo customers with faster service and better southern/northern connections, all with no increases to fare or cargo rates. The new schedule will also ensure more direct flights, with fewer stops, directly benefiting our Elders and medical travelers. For those living in the Hamlets we serve, this change will also increase the capacity in and out of their communities. On top of it all, there will be an increased cargo capacity for our customers with [...]

2023-04-25T19:41:06+03:00April 25th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines Teams Up with Make-A-Wish, The Points Guy and Walt Disney Company for the Best Flight Ever

Source: American Airlines The companies joined forces to grant the wishes of 26 children battling critical illnesses with a trip of a lifetime American chartered an aircraft and provided a special gate celebration and inflight experience onboard the Best Flight Ever from New York (JFK) to Orlando, Florida (MCO) In honor of World Wish Day on April 29, American will direct all AAdvantage® miles donated to Miles for Global Health and Well-Being to benefit Make-A-Wish, up to 50 million miles, now through the end of April On April 12, American Airlines, in collaboration with Make-A-Wish, The Points Guy and The Walt Disney Company, flew 26 critically ill children and their families from New York (JFK) to Orlando, Florida (MCO) on [...]

2023-04-25T19:18:56+03:00April 25th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Embraer signs Memorandum of Understanding with Portuguese Defense Industry

Source: Embraer The memorandum was signed in the presence of authorities from Brazil and Portugal The main goal is the development of the Technological and Industrial Base of Defense of Portugal Embraer announced, during the visit to Portugal by the President of the Republic of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the country's aerospace companies at an event attended by Portugal´s Prime Minister, António Costa. The MoU was signed with the companies: Centro de Engenharia e Desenvolvimento de Produto (CEiiA), Empordef Tecnologias de Informação, S.A. (ETI), GMVIS Skysoft, S.A. (GMV) and OGMA S.A. “I’m very pleased to celebrate a new phase in the relationship between Embraer and the Portuguese State, through [...]

2023-04-25T02:56:34+03:00April 25th, 2023|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Alicia Tillman joins Delta as CMO, member of Leadership Committee

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta’s Chief Marketing Officer oversees the airline’s global marketing and creative services team to deepen its reputation as a trusted consumer brand Alicia Tillman, an executive leader with more than two decades of experience in global marketing, sales and strategy, will join Delta as Chief Marketing Officer and the newest member of the Delta Leadership Committee in early June. Tillman will lead brand strategy for the airline, overseeing Delta’s world-class global marketing, creative services and community engagement teams, bringing the airline’s story to life and deepening its relationship with customers and the world as a trusted consumer brand. As a member of the DLC, she will influence the airline’s vision and strategy. “In addition to being [...]

2023-04-25T19:28:10+03:00April 25th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

JetBlue Appoints Jill Eshbaugh Vice President, Airports Experience

Source: JetBlue JetBlue, New York’s Hometown Airline®, announced the appointment of Jill Eshbaugh as the carrier’s new vice president, airports experience. Eshbaugh will have day-to-day oversight of airport operations across JetBlue’s 100+ destinations spanning the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, U.K., and Europe. She will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue’s head of safety, security, fleet operations, airports, and JetBlue University. Eshbaugh joins JetBlue following a 25-year career with United Airlines. Until 2019, she served as the carrier’s vice president, employee relations and engagement, and previously held leadership roles as managing director for airport operations domestically as well as in Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, as well as in airport operations planning. Earlier in her career she [...]

2023-04-25T19:35:40+03:00April 25th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

TSA awards up to $128 million to manufacture, procure and maintain the second generation of Credential Authentication Technology (CAT-2) systems for airport security checkpoints

Source: TSA The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the award of an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with a value of up to $128 million, to Idemia Identity and Security USA, LLC for the second generation Credential Authentication Technology (CAT-2) systems and support services at TSA security checkpoints. These systems substantially improve identity verification, validate the authenticity of a passenger's identification credential, confirm pre-screening status and validate flight reservations. The second generation CAT-2 systems allow for automated identity verification with an integrated camera for biometric and self-service capabilities. This new contract with Idemia will enable TSA to test, manufacture, procure and deploy over 1,500 new CAT-2 systems to airport security checkpoints nationwide. TSA continues to partner with industry, airlines and airports [...]

2023-04-25T19:42:21+03:00April 25th, 2023|News, ORGANISATIONS|