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Condor takes delivery of its first A330neo to modernise fleet

Source: Airbus German Airline Condor Flugdienst GmbH has taken delivery of its first A330-900 widebody aircraft out of an order of 16 A330neo aircraft. The A330neo will replace previous generation aircraft in their fleet to reduce Condor’s operating costs as well as fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by 25 percent. Condor’s A330neo will offer unrivalled passenger comfort and will accommodate 310 passengers, featuring 30 seats in Business, 64 seats in Premium Economy and 216 seats in Economy class. The A330neo features the award-winning Airspace cabin, providing passengers with a high level of comfort, ambience and design. This includes offering more personal space, larger overhead bins, a new lighting system, and the ability to offer the latest in-flight entertainment systems and full connectivity. [...]

2022-12-22T05:54:18+02:00December 22nd, 2022|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|

British Airways has appointed a full-time master of wine to elevate the premium experience for its customers

Source: British Airways British Airways has appointed a Master of Wine, Tim Jackson MW, to bring his expertise and knowledge to elevate British Airways’ range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks The Master of Wine role will source new wines and develop the airline’s wider drinks strategy for every complimentary beverage it serves on the ground and in the air The first exciting development is the introduction of new Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir wines in the airline’s premium cabins From January 2023, the airline will showcase a different destination each quarter in celebration of the unique wine regions across its global flight network British Airways has appointed a full-time Master of Wine, Tim Jackson MW, to elevate the premium experience [...]

2022-12-22T06:16:00+02:00December 22nd, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines to Offer AAdvantage Members More Rewards, More Often, Before and Beyond Reaching Status

Source: American Airlines AAdvantage® membership is the only way to experience some of the best that American Airlines offers, and unlocks access to some of the airline’s best partner experiences AAdvantage members continue to earn miles and Loyalty Points for everyday activities, making it easy to earn flights, customize their travel and achieve status American introduces Loyalty Point Rewards, which members earn to unlock further benefits and choose rewards to customize their travel experience AAdvantage members can earn new benefits and rewards before reaching status and between and beyond status levels American Airlines continues to evolve its AAdvantage® program to deliver more value for all members throughout their journey. Members will enjoy new benefits and earn rewards before, between, and [...]

2022-12-21T18:12:05+02:00December 21st, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

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

Source: Porter Airlines Total Halifax flights increasing by 50% 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 $262       “Halifax is a popular destination [...]

2022-12-21T17:13:53+02:00December 21st, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet announces Tanya Foster as Chief Information Officer

Source: WestJet WestJet announced the appointment of Tanya Foster as Chief Information Officer. Foster will join WestJet's executive leadership on January 9, 2023. Following an extensive global search, Foster will bring more than 20 years of IT experience and forging links between business strategy and technology solutions to WestJet. As WestJet's Chief Information Officer, she will oversee all aspects of the airline's IT capabilities, ensuring its technology platforms are efficient, easy-to-use and cost effective. "I am pleased to welcome Tanya to the WestJet Group. With her extensive experience she will lead the continuous modernization of our technological foundations, improve efficiencies and support a best-in-class travel experience for our guests." said Alexis von Hoensbroech, CEO of the WestJet Group. "With Tanya [...]

2022-12-21T18:10:50+02:00December 21st, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada offers Customers Holiday Travel Tips

Source: Air Canada Air Canada is pleased to offer customers travelling during the holiday season time-saving travel tips and useful links to make their journey easier and more pleasant.   "With more than 2 million customers expected to travel on Air Canada over the holidays, we know that airports will be busy and our aircraft full. In anticipation, we've made extensive preparations to transport our customers safely and conveniently, including hiring people to bring staffing above pre-Covid levels, readying equipment for winter weather, and prudently scheduling flights. Customers can further ensure smooth travels by preparing in advance with a few simple measures. We want all our customers to have a great holiday, particularly as they travel, and we wish everyone [...]

2022-12-21T17:56:27+02:00December 21st, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Delta’s Toys for Tots partnership keeps climbing

Source: Delta Air Lines As a Marine Toys for Tots partner and five-star corporate sponsor, Delta employees work all year to ensure children throughout the United States have a happy holiday, including bikes assembled by our TechOps people, toy donations and financial support ​For the 18th year, Delta is helping children ride into the holidays in style through our support of Toys for Tots. As a Marine Toys for Tots partner and five-star corporate sponsor, Delta employees work all year to ensure children throughout the United States have a happy holiday, including bikes assembled by our TechOps people, toy donations and financial support. More than 200 TechOps AMTs, ASMs, tool room attendants and other team members across 20 TechOps departments built [...]

2022-12-21T18:26:35+02:00December 21st, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Begins Nonstop Service from Atlanta to Liberia, Costa Rica

Source: Frontier Airlines From the Bahamas, El Salvador, and Jamaica to Costa Rica-- travelers in the Atlanta metro now have options to book convenient and affordable travel to some of the most popular vacation destinations in the Caribbean and Central America Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) launched nonstop service today from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Guanacaste Airport in Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR). With the new service, Frontier serves a total of 34 nonstop destinations from ATL. To celebrate, America's Greenest Airline is offering fares as low as $89.* "Frontier is proud to be providing the Atlanta market with 'Low Fares Done Right' to a variety of international destinations," said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, [...]

2022-12-19T16:41:36+02:00December 19th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

World’s first net zero transatlantic flight to fly from London to New York in 2023, powered by the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000

Source: Rolls Royce World first as Virgin Atlantic wins UK government funding to operate historic London – New York flight Rolls-Royce, Boeing, Imperial College London, University of Sheffield, Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and ICF also form part of an iconic British-led consortium   Heralds future of low carbon aviation, with the wider sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry potentially creating thousands of UK jobs while supporting delivery of net zero aviation emissions by 2050 The first ever net zero transatlantic flight will take off from the UK next year, with Virgin Atlantic receiving government funding to fly across the pond using solely sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). In 2023, one of Virgin Atlantic’s flagship Boeing 787s, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines, will [...]

2022-12-19T16:58:23+02:00December 19th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Porter Airlines launching four non-stop routes from Ottawa

Source: Porter Airlines Doubles number of destinations served directly from Canada's capital city Porter Airlines is launching four new Canadian and U.S. routes from Ottawa International Airport. Starting March 27, 2023 passengers will be able to fly on daily non-stop flights between Ottawa and Boston, New York-Newark, Quebec City and Thunder Bay, featuring Porter’s elevated economy experience. Porter will be the only airline providing year-round daily direct flights to Boston, Quebec City and Thunder Bay from Ottawa. People from Canada’s Capital Region will benefit from the convenient travel links these routes provide. “Ottawa was our first destination when we launched in 2006, and it has always been a critical location for Porter throughout our history,” said Michael Deluce, president and [...]

2022-12-16T16:30:12+02:00December 16th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|