Source: Air France Air France now offers its customers the option of dropping off and checking in their baggage at locations in Paris and in the Paris region, prior to arriving at the airport. This service allows passengers to travel light and with greater peace of mind, without having to worry about their bags, which they collect once they have arrived at their destination. This optional service calls on the expertise of Alltheway, an innovative start-up specializing in travel and mobility. It is already available in eight partner locations. Five ACCOR hotels located in the city centre offer this service – Novotel Tour Eiffel, Mercure Tour Eiffel, Novotel Les Halles, Mercure Montparnasse and Pullman Bercy. Baggage drop-off is also available at [...]

Source: Lufthansa Lufthansa's in-flight service is being expanded and will offer more choice, entertainment and sustainability in the future. Starting in mid-August, Business Class passengers on long-haul flights from Germany will be able to choose from a wider selection of main dishes as early as one month and up to 24 hours before departure. A total of six different regional and seasonal menus will be available for pre-selection. This makes for a relaxed flight and at the same time helps optimize food use and further reduce waste. As early as 1 August, Lufthansa will be offering an expanded range of hot beverages in its Onboard Delights Service on European flights. A new, sustainable reusable cup made of recyclable plastic will [...]

Source: Volaris Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V., (“Volaris” or “The Company”), the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, the United States, Central and South America, announced its financial results for the second quarter 20231. Second Quarter 2023 Highlights (All figures are reported in U.S. dollars and compared to 2Q 2022 unless otherwise noted) Total operating revenues of $782 million, a 13% increase. Total revenue per available seat mile (TRASM) decreased 4.2% to $7.92 cents. Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 18% to 9.9 billion. Total operating expenses of $731 million, representing 93% of total operating revenue, a decrease of 9.3 percentage points. Total operating expenses per available seat mile (CASM) decreased 13% to $7.40 cents. Average economic fuel cost decreased [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) is expanding its series customer appreciation mega sales as the airline's monthslong 29thbirthday celebration rolls on! The latest promotion includes the option to purchase carry-on bags for $29 each for travel from August 8, 2023, through November 15, 2023. Additionally, $29 fares and $29 stretch seating are available for nonstop travel valid through November 15, 2023. Promotional pricing for fares and carry-on bags runs through 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 1, 2023. Promotional pricing for premium stretch seating runs through 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on July 27, 2023. Restrictions and blackout dates apply*. "Frontier's ultra-low fares- combined with big discounts on seat selections and carry-ons-creates the ultimate trifecta and [...]

Source: Porter Airlines Porter Airlines is expanding its Western Canada network with the addition of a non-stop route between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG). The new route begins October 4, with one daily roundtrip flight operated on the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. Introductory roundtrip fares start at $184.The Edmonton-Ottawa route offers a variety of connections to Eastern Canada via Ottawa. Porter also operates multiple non-stop daily flights between Edmonton and Toronto-Pearson. Route Departure Arrival Ottawa-Edmonton 7:15 p.m. 9:40 p.m. Edmonton-Ottawa 9:10 a.m. 3:00 p.m. All times are local “The addition of this route provides a higher level of connectivity across our network between Eastern and Western Canada,” said Kevin Jackson, executive vice president and chief commercial [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Holdings, Inc., parent company of Hawaiian Airlines, Inc., has reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2023. "I want to thank our team members who have been taking care of our guests in a dynamic operating environment," said Hawaiian Airlines President and CEO Peter Ingram . "Demand remains strong throughout our network, and we have recently seen a significant increase in bookings by travelers in Japan , an important geography that has trailed in the recovery of the overall market. Against the backdrop of improving operations and robust demand, I am excited about the major initiatives we're on track to deliver in the second half of the year." Second Quarter 2023- Key Financial Metrics [...]