Source: Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines Co. was named Best Airline for Families on MONEY's 2023 Travel Awards list. MONEY recognized Southwest Airlines® for its Family Boarding process, two free checked bags,1 no change2 or cancellation3 fees, and creating a flexible travel experience at a low cost. Southwest Customers also enjoy family-friendly content for free on the Inflight Entertainment Portal.4 "Families on the go turn to Southwest for more than our low fares and flexible policies," said Jonathan Clarkson, Vice President of Marketing at Southwest Airlines. "We know families traveling together are looking for a comfortable and smooth travel experience, and our People take great pride in delivering their legendary Hospitality every step of the way." MONEY's Best Airlines List assessed 10 [...]

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway adds 10th partner, launches at top-tier, collegiate pilot training program in Lynchburg, Virginia The next generation of pilots can now venture from the skies of Virginia to the vast network of Spirit Airlines. The carrier announced a new partnership with Liberty University to launch the Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program at the university's School of Aeronautics in Lynchburg, Virginia. The collaboration marks a milestone in the airline's efforts to grow its pipeline of professional pilots. Liberty University becomes the 10th partner to join the Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program, which offers graduates a fast track to the flight deck and a rewarding career as a Spirit First Officer. "We put a lot of [...]

Source: Copa Holdings Copa Holdings, S.A. released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for August 2023: Operating Data August August % Change 2023 2022 Copa Holdings  (Consolidated)   ASM (mm) (1) 2,407.1 2,133.3 12.8 %   RPM (mm) (2) 2,093.3 1,847.8 13.3 %   Load Factor (3) 87.0 % 86.6 % 0.3 p.p. 1.  Available seat miles - represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown. 2.  Revenue passenger miles - represents the numbers of miles flown by revenue passengers 3.  Load factor - represents the percentage of aircraft seating capacity that is actually utilized For the month of August 2023, Copa Holdings' capacity (ASMs) increased by 12.8%, while system-wide passenger traffic (RPMs) increased by 13.3%, compared to 2022.  As a result, the system load [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines Purchase FRONTIER Miles Elite 20K status, bundle with the GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Pass™, or complete a status match to secure 2024 FRONTIER Miles Elite status Frontier Airlines is excited to launch multiple offers for consumers to secure FRONTIER Miles Elite status through the end of 2024. Starting today, eligible credit card holders can receive FRONTIER Miles Elite 20K status without being required to fly or hold status with another airline. They can also select to bundle this with the GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Fall & Winter Pass. Once an eligible card has been verified on frontier.getstatus.com, a member can then either buy Elite 20K status for $499 or choose to bundle it with the GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Fall & Winter Pass for [...]

Source: WestJet WestJet, announced service between Kelowna and Las Vegas, reintroducing a highly coveted transborder connection from the Okanagan, for the first time since 2020. Beginning December 15, WestJet will operate non-stop service between Kelowna and Las Vegas, twice weekly, as the airline continues to strengthen its investments in Western Canada through increased sun and leisure connections. "WestJet is proud to add yet another transborder connection to our winter schedule, between Kelowna and Las Vegas, as we continue to provide guests across Canada with even more affordable and accessible opportunities to escape the cold and find the sun this winter," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. Route Frequency Departure time (local) Arrival time (local) Effective Kelowna [...]