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MIA is world’s first airport with mobile app for low-vision travelers

Source: MIA ReBokeh app is now available at MIA for the 90% of people with vision impairment who retain functional vision Click to download b-roll video Miami International Airport has partnered with Baltimore-based software company ReBokeh Vision Technologies to launch free, unlimited access to ReBokeh’s empowerment-driven assistive technology software for low-vision users. With this partnership, MIA becomes the first airport on the planet to offer ReBokeh’s sole-source technology. The Rebokeh app is available for Appleusers. ReBokeh’s technology works by allowing users to leverage the live camera feed from their mobile devices with overlayed, customized filters that adjust aspects like contrast, color hue, zoom, and lighting to meet the needs of low-vision users. ReBokeh AI, a brand-new feature, also offers the [...]

2025-06-24T08:32:28+03:00June 24th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

LATAM Airlines will fly three times a week from Bogota to Aruba starting next December

Source: Aruba Airport LATAM Airlines is set to introduce a new direct route between El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota and Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) in Aruba. The launch of this service responds to increased demand for Aruba and is expected to enhance connectivity between Colombia and the Caribbean, while supporting both tourism and the strengthening of economic relations. The planned service includes three weekly flights—on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays—operated with Airbus A320 aircraft featuring 174 seats in both Premium Economy and Economy classes. In addition to passenger service, LATAM will offer cargo and mail capacity on this route, expanding commercial opportunities between both markets. Flights are scheduled to begin on December 1, 2025, for an initial two-month [...]

2025-06-23T11:00:23+03:00June 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Gulfstream G280 Program Completes 300th Delivery

Source: Gulfstream Demand Continues for Proven Super-Midsize Leader Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced the 300th customer delivery for the Gulfstream G280 fleet. The milestone delivery was completed at Gulfstream’s Dallas-Fort Worth area facility in Texas where the aircraft was outfitted. As of May, the in-service G280 fleet has accrued more than 575,000 flight hours and completed nearly 358,000 landings. The aircraft has a National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) dispatch reliability rate of 99.88%. “Achieving this delivery milestone reinforces the continued strong demand for the G280.” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “Known for its unique combination of speed, performance and cabin flexibility, the G280 remains top of the super-midsize class and continues to set the industry standard.” The G280, which has [...]

2025-06-23T13:43:15+03:00June 23rd, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

De Havilland Announces the Purchase of Dash 8-400 to an Undisclosed Operator in South America 

Source: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce that an undisclosed regional operator based in South America, has signed a purchase agreement for a refurbished Dash 8-400 aircraft. Known for its speed, fuel efficiency, and exceptional field performance capability, the Dash 8-400 is uniquely suited to support air access in South America’s diverse terrain — from mountainous areas to remote rural destinations. “We are excited to welcome another operator of the Dash 8-400. This aircraft is ideal for South America, offering high altitude airfield performance capability. We look forward to supporting their growth with the unmatched performance and operational flexibility of the Dash 8-400,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President [...]

2025-06-23T11:37:48+03:00June 23rd, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Everything you need to know from Canadian North about the Montreal/Kuujjuaq route transfer

Source: Canadian North Background​ Earlier this year, Canadian North shareholders Makivvik Corporation and Inuvialuit Development Corporation announced they have entered into an agreement to sell Bradley Air Services Limited, which operates as Canadian North, to Exchange Income Corporation (EIC). As part of this transition, it was also announced that the Montreal to Kuujjuaq route will not be included in the acquisition and will instead be fully transferred to Air Inuit. Read more about the acquisition here. What this means for Passengers​ The Montreal/Kuujjuaq route will transition to Air Inuit for all booked travel occurring on or after August 6, 2025. Canadian North will stop selling tickets for travel on this route occurring on or after August 6, 2025. We will [...]

2025-06-23T13:47:37+03:00June 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Embraer celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 flight hours

Source: Embraer This versatile and combat proven aircraft tailored for 21st century missions continues its success story with over 290 aircraft ordered The A-29 Super Tucano has been selected by 22 air forces worldwide Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, celebratedanother significant milestone in the history of the A-29 Super Tucano, selected by 22 air forces worldwide. The aircraft fleet in service achieved 600,000 flight hours. “It is a privilege to share this key achievement in the successful trajectory of the leading aircraft in its category. The A-29 Super Tucano is the only light attack, armed reconnaissance, and advanced training turboprop aircraft in production, with proven performance in combat around the world,” says Bosco da Costa Junior, President [...]

2025-06-23T13:42:28+03:00June 23rd, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

COC Global Enterprise enters as a lead investor in Flybondi

Source: Flybondi COC Global Enterprise, a U.S. investment fund focused on the technology sector and private aviation, has become the new lead investor in Flybondi, a company that operates in the airline transportation market in Argentina and Brazil. COC is a private equity fund focused on identifying and expanding high potential companies in Latin America and North America. Its arrival at Flybondi marks the beginning of a new phase that includes the continuity of jobs and in which it will seek to consolidate the operation and service and resume growth plans both in Argentina and in the region. COC will lead Flybondi's Board of Directors including the positions of Chairman and Vice Chairman; Cartesian Capital Group will continue to be [...]

2025-06-20T07:54:30+03:00June 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

At American Airlines technology is making travel even easier this summer

Source: American Airlines Customers can take advantage of new technology to make their travel journeys more convenient. American is testing new chat assistant powered by generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) to help customers navigate changes to their travel plans, plus a recently redesigned mobile app and more to help take the stress out of summer travel. Team members use innovative tools behind the scenes to ensure American’s summer operation runs smoothly. Technology is making travel on American Airlines easier and more reliable this summer. From planning a trip to getting to your destination, technology is at the center of customers’ travel experiences. “User-friendly technology is part of our daily life and should extend into what our customers experience when they [...]

2025-06-20T07:58:18+03:00June 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Launches New Nonstop Service From San Juan to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Source: Frontier Airlines With this new route, Frontier will serve 24 destinations nonstop from Puerto Rico. Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines further grew its operations at Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) with the launch of new nonstop service to Gregorio Luperón International Airport in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic (POP). The twice-weekly service unlocks yet another exciting Caribbean destination in Frontier's expanding network, and marks its latest growth in San Juan since the opening of its operational base at SJU last year. "This new route brings yet another convenient and affordable travel option for Dominicans traveling to Puerto Rico, Puerto Ricans exploring the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, and tourists looking to soak up the sun in the Caribbean [...]

2025-06-20T09:00:03+03:00June 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Myths and Facts on the Canadian Domestic Competitive Landscape According to Air Canada

Source: Air Canada Air Canada is supportive of initiatives to strengthen the Canadian airline industry for the benefit of consumers and all stakeholders. As part of this, we engage regularly with governments and other industry partners. In our submission to the Competition Bureau of Canada for its market study of competition in domestic air passenger services in Canada, we provided contextual information essential for decision makers to better understand the real opportunities for further improving the system. That illustrates some myths and facts about competition and the issues at hand, such as price of air travel.  As Canada's flag carrier and the airline with the largest network and most services in Canada, we have a deep interest in a strong, competitive [...]

2025-06-20T08:04:57+03:00June 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|