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Iberia is the most punctual airline in Europe in 2022, according to the international consultancy Cirium

Source: Iberia On average, 85.87% of the Spanish airline’s flights arrived on time Despite operational challenges at many airports in which the company operates, especially during the summer, Iberia was the most punctual airline in Europe for six consecutive months starting in May 2022 Iberia has been recognised as the most punctual airline in Europe in 2022 by the international consultancy Cirium, a world leader in aviation analysis. It was the most punctual airline in Europe from May to October. According to Cirium’s On-time Performance Report, the longest-standing industry analysis on punctuality, 85.87% of the Spanish airline's flights in 2022 arrived on time at their destination, out of a total of 91,154 flights. After two years marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, [...]

2023-01-03T16:20:58+02:00January 3rd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

UEFA Champions League themed aircraft of Turkish Airlines is in the skies

Source: Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines, best European carrier, designed a special aircraft for UEFA Champions League, one of the world’s most followed sports events. Becoming the first airline to sponsor UEFA Champions League which will have its 2023 final in İstanbul, Turkish Airlines designed one of its Airbus A330’s for the occasion. With its TC-JNM tail number, UEFA Champions League themed aircraft flew for the first time with its new makeover for the TK1821 İstanbul Airport to Paris flight during the first day of the year. Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat stated: “We will host the 2023 finale of the UEFA Champions League in İstanbul as one of its official sponsors. We are [...]

2023-01-03T16:11:31+02:00January 3rd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Southwest Airlines Returns to Normal Operations

Source: Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines is operating our normal schedule on Friday, Dec. 30. We appreciate the dedicated work of the Southwest Team to restore our schedule, and we anticipate minimal disruptions for the weekend. Once again, we value the continued patience and support of our valued Customers, and we apologize for the inconveniences of the past week. If needed, we offer several methods for Customers to seek support from us: Customers affected through the operational disruption can find additional assistance at: https://www.southwest.com/traveldisruption/. Those specifically needing assistance reuniting with baggage can find information here: https://www.southwest.com/baginfo/ We look forward to the opportunity to address any needs of our Customers over the coming days as we strive to return to our previous level of [...]

2023-01-03T16:13:17+02:00January 2nd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia begins 2023 with its “Fly, Fly” offer campaign

Source: Iberia For tickets purchased until January 19th to fly until June 15th  Flights between different cities in Spain from €20 each way and to Europe from €25 To the United States from €174 each way and from €250 to several cities in Latin America The campaign will be deployed in Spain, Europe, and Latin America 2023 has just begun and it comes full of special promotions. Iberia just launched its first offer campaign of the year, “Fly, Fly”, which invites customers to “Let themselves be carried away to a new world”. From today until 19 January, tickets can be purchased to travel all over the world at very good prices, to fly until 15 June (excluding holidays and Easter). [...]

2023-01-03T16:13:53+02:00January 2nd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada has resumed Miami-Vancouver route after 18 years

Source: MIA Miami International Airport welcomed the return of Miami-Vancouver service. Air Canada has launched three weekly flights to the most populous city in Canada's British Columbia province and the country's third-largest metropolitan area. The route, which was last served in 2004, gives MIA its longest North American route and nonstop flights to its largest unserved North American market. Officials from Miami-Dade County and Air Canada celebrated the route launch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and refreshments for the inaugural passengers. Air Canada is operating the new service with Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft that seat 169 total passengers. Vancouver joins Montreal and Toronto as MIA's third Canadian nonstop destination and now provides MIA travelers with a quick one-stop connection to long-range destinations [...]

2022-12-30T16:47:54+02:00December 30th, 2022|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Southwest Airlines Continues Recovering from Operational Challenges

Source: Southwest Airlines While Southwest operated roughly one third of its schedule for Thursday, Dec. 29, the airline plans to return to normal operations with minimal disruptions on Friday, Dec. 30. The company has said it is encouraged by the progress they have made to realign Crew, schedules, and fleet. "With another holiday weekend full of important connections for our valued Customers and Employees, we are eager to return to a state of normalcy." "We know even our deepest apologies – to our Customers, to our Employees, and to all affected through this disruption – only go so far." "We've set up a page at Southwest.com/traveldisruption for Customers to submit refund and reimbursement requests for meals, hotel, and alternate transportation; [...]

2022-12-30T16:20:12+02:00December 30th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Porter Airlines announces Halifax as its latest destination between Toronto Pearson with the Embraer E195-E2

Source: Porter Airlines Service from Torono Pearson Airport begins February 23, 2023, with multiple daily, non-stop roundtrip flights Porter Airlines is introducing the newest route with its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). Porter has been serving the Halifax community since 2007. Passengers can now choose to travel with Porter using two Toronto airports on this popular route, including the downtown convenience of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Pearson service begins February 23, 2023, with multiple daily, non-stop roundtrip flights. From Toronto Pearson to: Flights begin: Average daily, non-stop, round-trips: Round-trip introductory fares, including all taxes and fees, start at: Halifax (YHZ) Feb. 23, 2023 2 as of Feb. 28, 2023 [...]

2022-12-30T17:25:49+02:00December 30th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Snowball Express transports Gold Star Families to new holiday traditions

Source: American Airlines In partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, American Airlines to let good take flight as Snowball Express returned. The first Snowball Express event since before the pandemic hosted almost 2,000 family members of fallen military heroes as they embark on the holiday season without their family members. To help navigate new memories and traditions, and reinforce those bonds created at previous events, these special passengers flew across the airline’s global network to Orlando, Florida (MCO). Gold Star Families — families that have lost a loved one while serving our country — traveled on 11 donated charter aircraft staffed with all-volunteer crews headed for a special trip to Walt Disney World Resort. You can visit our YouTube channel to see [...]

2022-12-28T13:25:18+02:00December 29th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Caribbean Airlines’ ninth 737-8 aircraft started commercial operations

Source: Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines advises that its ninth 737-8 aircraft, 9Y-SUR was introduced into commercial operations earlier this month. The aircraft operated the return flight BW 484/483, from Piarco International Airport to Miami International Airport. Commenting on the entry into service of the ninth aircraft, CEO Garvin Medera stated: “The entry of our ninth 737-8 aircraft, 9Y-SUR into our commercial schedule, is another milestone in our fleet renewal. The new fleet has enabled us to provide our customers with a significantly enhanced on-board experience and has also benefited the environment through lower emissions and fuel burn reductions.  Customer feedback has been positive, indicating that we’ve been able to deliver on our commitment to REset Expectations.” Mr. Medera continued:“We are looking forward [...]

2022-12-28T13:05:52+02:00December 29th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

ITA Airways launches new carbon program in collaboration with CHOOOSE

Source: ITA Airways ITA Airways is partnering with Norwegian climate tech company CHOOOSE to offer passengers the ability to calculate and address the CO2 emissions of their flights by supporting certified carbon offset projects with both environmental and social benefits and the acceleration of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption. As a first step in an ongoing collaboration, ITA Airways’ carbon program will provide travelers with insight into their flight-related CO2 emissions and support them in addressing the impact of their flights. By visiting ita-airways.chooose.today, ITA Airways customers can support the use of SAF and certified carbon offset projects. SAF is made from more sustainable materials (or feedstocks) and can reduce emissions by up to 80% compared to fossil-based jet fuel. Scaling [...]

2022-12-28T13:24:35+02:00December 29th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|