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Hawaiian Inspires Local Youth to Dream Big at Annual Girls in Aviation Day

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Working a job in travel and aviation is as exciting as it gets. For the 8th annual Girls in Aviation Day (Sept. 24), 60 Hawaiian Airlines employees from across the company volunteered to give a group of 40 future female leaders a glimpse into a career at Hawaiʻi’s hometown carrier. Girls in Aviation Day, organized locally by the Women in Aviation International (WAI) Aloha Chapter, drew young girls from Oʻahu, ages 12 to 17, to Hawaiian Airlines' Honolulu headquarters. On Saturday, the WAI Aloha Chapter and Hawaiian's Women in Aviation Employee Resource Group (WIA ERG) joined Chief Operating Officer Jon Snook in welcoming the eager students before embarking on a series of interactive, behind-the-scenes activities. Throughout the day, [...]

2022-09-27T10:49:48+03:00September 27th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Welcomes Government of Canada Decision to Lift Mask, Testing and ArriveCan Requirements

Source: Air Canada Further streamlining is needed to benefit travellers, economy  Air Canada today welcomed the Government of Canada's decision to lift remaining COVID-19 restrictions, including requirements for wearing masks on aircraft, testing and quarantine, and the compulsory use of ArriveCan beginning October 1, 2022. "Air Canada welcomes the removal of these restrictions, acknowledging that air travel is safe and that the measures were not justified by science. We believe it will greatly facilitate travel, help to continue stabilizing the country's air transport sector and support Canada's economy. Customers and crew will still have the option to wear masks and we also encourage customers to monitor their own health to be sure they feel well and fit to travel," said [...]

2022-09-27T13:21:39+03:00September 27th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion to form the largest airline joint business

Source: British Airways The airlines now offer customers an industry-leading network, spanning 185 destinations across more than 60 countries Customers will benefit from access to more schedules and price points, as well as greater choice in direct and connecting flights via London and Doha Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint business. The airlines have added 42 new countries to their shared network, including Italy, the Maldives, Norway, Singapore, and Sweden, giving passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania. Customers will now benefit from even greater choices in prices and schedules with options [...]

2022-09-26T16:24:31+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Delta leans into summer 2023 with expanded service to popular European destinations

Source: Delta Air Lines Largest summer schedule to New York-JFK in Delta’s history, and more routes to Europe from Atlanta and L.A. Customers looking to get an early start to their summer 2023 vacation planning will find that Delta is expanding its service across the trans-Atlantic, with 8% more available seats than summer 2022. The airline will offer new or resumed flights to destinations including London-Heathrow, Paris, Geneva, Stuttgart and Berlin. “Next summer, Delta will give customers expanded access to popular destinations across the trans-Atlantic, continuing to solidify its position as the number-one carrier in New York,” said Delta's Senior Vice President of Network Planning Joe Esposito. “With nearly 620 weekly flights and connectivity to 32 destinations in Europe and beyond, customers will [...]

2022-09-26T17:11:07+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Star Alliance reclaims World’s Best Airline Alliance title at the Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards

Source: Star Alliance Star Alliance Los Angeles Lounge retains World's Best Airline Alliance Lounge Award for the sixth consecutive year 8 member carriers claim a total of 28 top honours Star Alliance has reclaimed the title of World's Best Airline Alliance at the prestigious Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards. The Alliance's famed Los Angeles lounge has also retained the award for World's Best Airline Alliance Lounge for the sixth year running. The awards were received by Star Alliance CEO Jeffrey Goh at a ceremony held at the historic Langham Hotel in London. Commenting on the win, Mr Goh said: "We are elated to learn that millions of flyers around the world have put their trust in Star Alliance yet again [...]

2022-09-26T16:48:18+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

United Names Jonathan Ireland Senior Vice President of Finance

Source: United Airlines United Airlines today named Jonathan Ireland senior vice president of finance, overseeing the carrier's $40 billion operating cost structure and $5 billion capital budget, managing the business planning functions, and leading enterprise financial goal setting. Ireland will also assume responsibility for the airline's procurement function. He most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis and will continue to report to Gerry Laderman, United's executive vice president and chief financial officer. "In his time with United, Jonathan has helped United navigate fuel price spikes, economic downturns and, over the past few years, the most challenging financial conditions United has ever faced," said Laderman. "As we move forward with the United Next growth plan, I am [...]

2022-09-26T16:49:48+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Fare Sale Offers 100% Off!

Source: Frontier Airlines Blockbuster Sale Invites Consumers to Resume Their Travel Goals 100% Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines has launched a blockbuster fall sale to get consumers 100% back to their travel goals. Back by popular demand, consumers will be able to take 100% off Frontier Airlines base fares by using promo code BUYNOW.* “We’re thrilled to relaunch this 100% off mega sale to help consumers fulfill those travel goals they may have been putting off,” said Tyri Squyres, vice president of marketing, Frontier Airlines. “Fall is a great time to travel with less crowds and excellent weather. With our affordable, convenient flight options spanning the U.S. and beyond, there’s never been a better time to take advantage of our ‘Low [...]

2022-09-26T00:56:03+03:00September 26th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

The First Day of the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) Kicked Off Under the Patronage and Attendance of Qatar’s Minister of Transport

Source: Qatar Airways The first day of the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) kicked off on Wednesday 21 September at the Sheraton Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The conference, held under the patronage of Qatar’s Minister of Transport, His Excellency Mr. Jassim Bin Saif Al Sulaiti, was attended by officials, senior executives and financial leaders from the aviation industry. The IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) is taking place on 21-22 September; featuring more than 50 expert speakers across the airline and financial sectors, discussing strategic topics relating to the industry’s financial outlook and its future sustainability. On this occasion, Minister of Transport His Excellency, Mr. Jassim Bin Saif Al Sulaiti said he was pleased for Doha’s hosting of the 4th edition of [...]

2022-09-23T14:56:36+03:00September 23rd, 2022|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Caribbean Airlines opens refreshed Caribbean Club Lounge at Piarco

Source: Caribbean Airlines Access to the lounge is available to Caribbean Club members, Caribbean Airlines Business Class ticketholders, and Caribbean Club Day-pass holders who must present a valid same-day boarding pass for travel on Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines’ Business Class passengers and Caribbean Club members can expect an elite pre-flight experience at the airline’s newly upgraded Caribbean Club Lounge at Piarco International Airport, Trinidad. The refreshed Caribbean Club Lounge boasts of an impressive 3,062 square feet and was officially re-opened on September 21. Caribbean Club members and Business Class travelers now have a modern and comfortable place to relax before boarding their flights. Some of the amenities include a self-serve bar with catered breakfast, lunch and dinner options, a variety [...]

2022-09-22T12:29:42+03:00September 22nd, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines World Mastercard® Introduces ‘Pick Your Card’ Program; Cardmembers Can Choose from 5 Card Styles Featuring Threatened & Endangered Animal Species

Source: Frontier Airlines Animals also Highlighted on Frontier Aircraft Tails, Part of an Awareness Focus by America's Greenest Airline - New Cardmembers Receive 50,000 Bonus Mile Offer Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines, in partnership with Barclays US Consumer Bank, is launching a new 'Pick Your Card' program for new FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® cardmembers. The five new card choices, made from recycled plastic, feature threatened or endangered animal species. Frontier is dedicated to highlighting the plight surrounding threatened and endangered animals in North America and are also featured on every Frontier aircraft tail with a name and special backstory. New cardmembers can pick one of the below animals to appear on their card: Powder the Polar Bear Verde the Resplendent Quetzal Hugh [...]

2022-09-22T11:38:53+03:00September 22nd, 2022|AIRLINES, News|