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Biden-Harris Administration To Announce New Effort to Save Americans Money and Spur Competition on Air Travel

Source: US DOT New Rulemaking Would Require Airlines and Airline Search Sites to Disclose Fees Upfront Today, at a meeting of the White House Competition Council, President Biden will announce the release of a new proposed rule that would significantly strengthen protections for consumers by ensuring that they have access to certain fee information before they purchase their airline tickets. Under the proposed rule, airlines and travel search websites would have to disclose upfront—the first time an airfare is displayed—any fees charged to sit with your child, for changing or cancelling your flight, and for checked or carry-on baggage. The proposal seeks to provide customers the information they need to choose the best deal. Otherwise, surprise fees can add up [...]

2022-09-26T16:47:17+03:00September 26th, 2022|News, ORGANISATIONS|

British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion to form the largest airline joint business

Source: British Airways The airlines now offer customers an industry-leading network, spanning 185 destinations across more than 60 countries Customers will benefit from access to more schedules and price points, as well as greater choice in direct and connecting flights via London and Doha Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint business. The airlines have added 42 new countries to their shared network, including Italy, the Maldives, Norway, Singapore, and Sweden, giving passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania. Customers will now benefit from even greater choices in prices and schedules with options [...]

2022-09-26T16:24:31+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Delta leans into summer 2023 with expanded service to popular European destinations

Source: Delta Air Lines Largest summer schedule to New York-JFK in Delta’s history, and more routes to Europe from Atlanta and L.A. Customers looking to get an early start to their summer 2023 vacation planning will find that Delta is expanding its service across the trans-Atlantic, with 8% more available seats than summer 2022. The airline will offer new or resumed flights to destinations including London-Heathrow, Paris, Geneva, Stuttgart and Berlin. “Next summer, Delta will give customers expanded access to popular destinations across the trans-Atlantic, continuing to solidify its position as the number-one carrier in New York,” said Delta's Senior Vice President of Network Planning Joe Esposito. “With nearly 620 weekly flights and connectivity to 32 destinations in Europe and beyond, customers will [...]

2022-09-26T17:11:07+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

ACI World calls on States to adopt a far-reaching environment agreement at ICAO’s 41st Assembly 

Source: ACI World On the eve of the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) 41st Triennial Assembly, Airports Council International (ACI), representing nearly 2,000 of the world's airports, calls on States to adopt an ambitious environmental agreement. ACI World Director General Luis Felipe de Oliveira said: "The adoption of an ambitious environmental agreement at the ICAO 41st Triennial Assembly fully aligned with the Paris Agreement and the aviation industry's own commitments would demonstrate the leadership and commitment of ICAO and governments in taking bold measures to combat climate change." The entire aviation industry had agreed in October 2021, through the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG), to a common goal of Net Zero CO2 emissions by 2050. This goal is ambitious and achievable, but requires [...]

2022-09-26T16:15:45+03:00September 26th, 2022|News, ORGANISATIONS|

DOT Joins Energy and Agriculture on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Grand Challenge Roadmap

Source: US DOT Outlines steps to reduce aviation emissions and meet 100% of domestic aviation fuel demand by 2050 The U.S. Department of Transportation's Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs Annie Petsonk joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm to release the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Grand Challenge Roadmap. The comprehensive plan outlines the government-wide strategy for scaling sustainable aviation fuels production across the U.S. The roadmap outlines actions that will spur technological innovation to produce SAF, reduce emissions, enable the United States to meet its domestic climate goals, and position the country as a global leader in the emerging SAF market. "Transportation contributes more carbon emissions than any other sector, which means it must also be a [...]

2022-09-26T16:45:02+03:00September 26th, 2022|News, ORGANISATIONS|

MIA expands pre-scheduled TSA screening times

Source: MIA Free reservation service available for American Airlines passengers American Airlines passengers flying out of Miami International Airport can now schedule their TSA checkpoint screening time from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. with MIA Reserve a free reservation service. During the six-month pilot program that began on September 15 with security technology firm Pangiam, software and consultancy company Copenhagen Optimization, secure identity platform CLEAR, and American Airlines, reserved screening times are available daily to American Airlines passengers at MIA's TSA Checkpoint 4.  Reservations are limited and can be scheduled up to 72 hours before a flight. It is recommended that passengers reserve their spot early to secure their preferred appointment time. Appointments are available up to 60 minutes before domestic flights and up [...]

2022-09-26T16:17:38+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Star Alliance reclaims World’s Best Airline Alliance title at the Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards

Source: Star Alliance Star Alliance Los Angeles Lounge retains World's Best Airline Alliance Lounge Award for the sixth consecutive year 8 member carriers claim a total of 28 top honours Star Alliance has reclaimed the title of World's Best Airline Alliance at the prestigious Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards. The Alliance's famed Los Angeles lounge has also retained the award for World's Best Airline Alliance Lounge for the sixth year running. The awards were received by Star Alliance CEO Jeffrey Goh at a ceremony held at the historic Langham Hotel in London. Commenting on the win, Mr Goh said: "We are elated to learn that millions of flyers around the world have put their trust in Star Alliance yet again [...]

2022-09-26T16:48:18+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

United Names Jonathan Ireland Senior Vice President of Finance

Source: United Airlines United Airlines today named Jonathan Ireland senior vice president of finance, overseeing the carrier's $40 billion operating cost structure and $5 billion capital budget, managing the business planning functions, and leading enterprise financial goal setting. Ireland will also assume responsibility for the airline's procurement function. He most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis and will continue to report to Gerry Laderman, United's executive vice president and chief financial officer. "In his time with United, Jonathan has helped United navigate fuel price spikes, economic downturns and, over the past few years, the most challenging financial conditions United has ever faced," said Laderman. "As we move forward with the United Next growth plan, I am [...]

2022-09-26T16:49:48+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Fare Sale Offers 100% Off!

Source: Frontier Airlines Blockbuster Sale Invites Consumers to Resume Their Travel Goals 100% Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines has launched a blockbuster fall sale to get consumers 100% back to their travel goals. Back by popular demand, consumers will be able to take 100% off Frontier Airlines base fares by using promo code BUYNOW.* “We’re thrilled to relaunch this 100% off mega sale to help consumers fulfill those travel goals they may have been putting off,” said Tyri Squyres, vice president of marketing, Frontier Airlines. “Fall is a great time to travel with less crowds and excellent weather. With our affordable, convenient flight options spanning the U.S. and beyond, there’s never been a better time to take advantage of our ‘Low [...]

2022-09-26T00:56:03+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Boeing to Pay $200 Million to Settle SEC Charges that it Misled Investors about the 737 MAX

Source: SEC The Securities and Exchange Commission charged The Boeing Company and its former CEO, Dennis A. Muilenburg, with making materially misleading public statements following crashes of Boeing airplanes in 2018 and 2019. The crashes involved Boeing’s 737 MAX airplane and a flight control function called the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS). According to the SEC’s orders, after the first crash, Boeing and Muilenburg knew that MCAS posed an ongoing airplane safety issue, but nevertheless assured the public that the 737 MAX airplane was “as safe as any airplane that has ever flown the skies.” Later, following the second crash, Boeing and Muilenburg assured the public that there were no slips or gaps in the certification process with respect to [...]

2022-09-23T14:44:40+03:00September 23rd, 2022|News, ORGANISATIONS|