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Delta sponsors Michelle Wie West, Rose Zhang in boost to women’s athletics partnerships

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines is announcing new partnerships in professional and amateur golf that further its support of women’s athletics. The new deals will focus exclusively on female athletes, as Delta aims to establish a well-rounded and gender-balanced set of partners under its broader commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. “Our brand partners are an extension of Delta’s core values, and the addition of these world-class athletes bring Delta’s presence within golf to the next level,” said Emmakate Young, Managing Director of Brand Marketing and Sponsorships. “These partnerships allow us to keep climbing toward our mutual goals of driving engagement, equity and involvement with women’s sports.” The next phase of Delta’s golf portfolio tees off June 1 with the LPGA’s Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National Golf Club outside New York City, where Delta will be the [...]

2023-05-31T18:36:43+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Launches GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Fall & Winter Pass at Special Introductory Price

Source: Frontier 6-Month Sept. through Feb. Access to Unlimited Flights on Sale Now; Pass Can be Used to Fly to any U.S. and International Destination Frontier Serves Start unlocking your fall and winter travel dreams as ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines introduces the GoWild! TM All-You-Can-Fly Fall & Winter Pass at a limited-time price of $299 while supplies last. The GoWild! Fall & Winter Pass is valid for unlimited travel from Sept. 2, 2023, through Feb. 29, 2024, and includes access to more than 85 U.S. and international U.S. destinations. Also launched today is a new early booking promotion. Pass holders can visit FlyFrontier.com between now and June 13 to book flights from Sept. 5 through Nov. 15 (within their seasonal or annual [...]

2023-05-31T18:31:50+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

QANTAS to set up Climate Fund as it tracks towards Net Zero

Source: QANTAS The Qantas Group will establish an AUD$400 million climate fund to provide direct investments in sustainability projects and technologies, as the airline works towards its emissions reduction targets. The Qantas Climate Fund, announced as part of the Group’s Investor Strategy Day, will be the largest aviation fund of its kind in the world. The fund includes the ~AUD$290 million partnership established last year between Qantas and Airbus to accelerate a domestic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry in Australia and an additional AUD$110 million from Qantas for other environmental projects such as high-integrity carbon offsets, offshore SAF investments, and operational efficiency technologies. The Fund will target direct investment in technologies and projects, investment in managed sustainability funds that align closely [...]

2023-05-31T02:19:19+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|

Air Canada and Chorus Aviation Comment on Air Canada’s Bridging Agreement for Additional Regional Capacity

Source: Air Canada Air Canada and Chorus Aviation Inc., parent company of Jazz Aviation LP, are providing comment on Air Canada's arrangement for additional flying capacity with another airline for up to six De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft. "Jazz is our long-term Air Canada Express partner, and we are working together to increase flying activity within the framework of our existing CPA given the current, industry wide pilot situation.  As these efforts continue, and to help meet the needs and expectations of the travelling public, Air Canada has entered into a bridging arrangement with another airline to provide additional regional capacity on select routes in eastern Canada," said Mr. Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada. "Chorus understands that [...]

2023-05-30T17:18:02+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

New TAP route between Porto and Luanda inaugurated

Source: TAP Porto gains new intercontinental flights operated by TAP TAP has inaugurated the new route directly linking Porto to Luanda, bringing the north of Portugal even closer to Angola with two flights a week. The flights will leave Francisco Sá Carneiro airport on Wednesdays and Sundays at 13:30, arriving in Luanda at 21:35. In the opposite direction, they will depart from Quatro de Fevereiro airport at 23:20, arriving in Porto at 07:45 the following day. TAP's flights between Porto and Luanda are operated by state-of-the-art A330neo model, with capacity for a total of 298 passengers, of which 264 in economy class and 34 in executive class. The A330neo offers passengers a highly comfortable trip, less noise and the most [...]

2023-05-30T00:25:15+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

QANTAS prepares to farewell Boeing 717; welcomes more new aircraft

Source: QANTAS First Boeing 717 registered in Australia to leave Qantas fleet in June New Qantas and Jetstar aircraft commence flying as part of significant fleet investment The next generation aircraft have lower emissions, longer range, less noise and better economics Qantas will mark the end of an era with the departure of one of its Boeing 717 jets, the first of its type to be registered and flown in Australia. The departing 717 (registration VH-NXI) holds a special place in the Qantas Group’s modern history, having operated Jetstar’s first flight between Melbourne and Launceston on the day the airline started flying in May 2004. The aircraft has also flown on regional and domestic routes for QantasLink for the past [...]

2023-05-30T20:19:26+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|

Emirates aces another year at Roland-Garros 2023

Source: Emirates Emirates is back in action as the Official Airline and Premium Partner of Roland-Garros 2023 for the eleventh consecutive year.  A long-standing partner of Roland-Garros since 2013, the airline recently renewed its commitment as Premium Partner of the Grand Slam until 2027. The premier clay court event is set to take place from 28 May until 11 June 2023 at Stade Roland-Garros. Boutros Boutros, Divisional Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications, Marketing and Brand at Emirates, said: “We are delighted to be back on the clay courts for our eleventh consecutive year. Roland-Garros is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world of tennis and Emirates is very proud of our long-standing association with the event, with the sport, and with France. As [...]

2023-05-30T20:12:21+03:00May 30th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

New Long-Haul Route from BER to Washington, DC: United Airlines Expands its USA Offer

Source: Berlin Brandenburg Airport The capital regions of Germany and the USA are now connected by a new, direct long-haul route. The US airline United Airlines will fly daily from 26 May, 2023 from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Washington, D.C. The long-haul connection to the US capital will be offered seasonally until the end of the summer flight schedule. It is served by a Boeing 767-400, which offers space for 240 passengers. In addition, the airline continues to fly daily from BER to New York/Newark. Aletta von Massenbach, CEO Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH: “With the new, direct connection from BER to Washington, D.C. the two capital regions are only about 9 hours apart. This second connection to the east coast [...]

2023-05-29T20:18:36+03:00May 29th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Porter Airlines awarded APEX Passengers Choice for Best North American Cabin Service

Source: Porter Airlines Porter Airlines is being recognized as winner of the 2023 Passengers Choice Awards for Best Cabin Service in North America from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Porter’s unique approach to service sets it apart by offering a generous service experience and effortless travel for every passenger. Earlier this year, Porter updated its renowned economy air travel experience, further challenging what every airline in North America offers. This starts with its signature in-flight service that offers every passenger complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, and a selection of premium snacks. Features such as free, fast WiFi with full internet access for all passengers on its new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, plus fresh, healthy meals and premium ready-made [...]

2023-05-29T19:36:50+03:00May 29th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Condor Airlines Takes Off from Edmonton This Summer with Non-Stop Frankfurt Flights and Connections to 100 Destinations in Europe and Beyond

Source: YEG Since May 26 Edmonton Has Non-Stop Service to Germany and Beyond Condor Airlines, has announced a new non-stop Frankfurt route from Edmonton International Airport (YEG), operating twice-weekly (Tuesday and Friday), beginning on May 26. On Tuesdays, Flight #DE2469 will depart Edmonton International Airport at 5:50 p.m. and arrives in Frankfurt (FRA) at 11:15 a.m. (+1 day). On Fridays, Flight #DE2469 departs Edmonton International Airport at 2:35 p.m. and arrives in Frankfurt (FRA) at 8:00 a.m. (+1 day). On Tuesday, return flight #DE2468 departs Frankfurt (FRA) at 2:05 p.m. and arrives in Edmonton/Jasper (YEG) at 3:50 p.m. On Friday, #DE2468 departs Frankfurt (FRA) at 11:05 a.m. And arrives in Edmonton/Jasper at 12:45 p.m. All flights to and from Edmonton [...]

2023-05-29T19:34:35+03:00May 29th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|