Source: WestJet WestJet welcomes the findings outlined by the Health Canada Testing and Screening Expert Advisory Panel in the Border Measures Report released today and thanks the panel for their efforts in bringing forward this report. "Over the past 15 months, WestJet has been requesting science-based travel guidance and this report represents a responsible path forward," said Ed Sims, WestJet President and CEO. "These findings are evidence-based recommendations that are proportionate and reduce risks. We ask that the government immediately prepare a safe restart plan based on this report and current global policies. With vaccinations ramping up, Canadians need to know they can travel once again." Outlined in the report and demonstrated successfully by the Alberta Testing Pilot Program, YVR's Pre-Departure Testing Program [...]

Source: Air France Air France is increasing the number of long-haul services to its leisure destinations. Subject to the relaxation of travel restrictions, the airline now plans to operate up to 98 weekly flights this summer to the French Caribbean, Reunion Island, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Saint-Martin, the Dominican Republic and the Riviera Maya in Mexico. This summer, Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana and Reunion Island will be linked to both Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, providing connections to the entire Air France short, medium and long-haul network. Flight schedule – 2021 summer season: On departure from Paris-Orly: Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), Fort-de-France (Martinique), Saint-Denis de La Réunion: o Up to 14 weekly flights to each destination Cayenne (French Guiana): o Up to 7 [...]

Source: LATAM LATAM Airlines Group was recognized by the airline industry’s leading accreditation organization for COVID-19 safe travel, Skytrax, obtaining a 4-star rating. LATAM is  the only airline in South America to have ever achieved this category. Airline Star Ratings are recognized as a global benchmark around the world, and use a quality and consistent scale from 1-5 stars, based on the evaluation of product and service standards for both onboard and airport environments. Currently, 29 airlines in the world have been distinguished with this certification. The 4-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating recognizes strong airport hygiene and safety measures that include some elements of contactless technology, customer handling, and social distancing protocols for check-in, boarding, and arrival. The COVID-19 Safety [...]

Source: United Airlines United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) today announced that Edward "Ted" Philip will assume the role of non-executive chairman of the board of directors. Philip has served as a United board member since 2016, and as lead director since May 2020. Philip brings nearly three decades of corporate leadership across several industries. "Ted's storied career and leadership across the finance, technology and healthcare sectors have made him an invaluable member of the United board. His insights and financial expertise will be critical as we look ahead to United's 'return to new' and focus on becoming the global leader in aviation," said United CEO Scott Kirby. "I also want to express my gratitude to Oscar for his leadership and [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines Just in time for summer travel, Delta is bolstering its longstanding interline partnership with regional carrier Cape Air, giving customers more ways to reclaim the joy of travel. Delta customers can now book Cape Air service to 11 different cities along the northeast U.S. coast directly through delta.com and the Fly Delta app. SkyMiles Members will earn and redeem miles on eligible Cape Air flights booked through a Delta channel. In celebration of the partnership expansion, members will automatically earn 500 bonus miles on each Cape Air-operated flight booked with Delta and flown from now through August 31, 2021. Customers who are not currently SkyMiles Members can sign up here to take advantage of this special earning opportunity. [...]