Source: Viva Aerobus Viva Aerobus (“Viva”) announced the successful issuance of a Mx$1,000 million Sustainability-Linked Bond (SLB) in the local market, listed in Bolsa Institucional de Valores (“BIVA”) under the ticker VIVAACB 22L, with a 5-year tenor and an interest rate of TIIE28 + 220 basis points. The proceeds from this issuance will be used to redeem VIVAACB19 bond and for general corporate purposes. Aligned with its ESG corporate purpose, Viva Aerobus is committed to integrating sustainability in its everyday operations, as well as in its investment and financing strategy. Since the introduction of the Airbus A320 NEO-family aircraft in 2016, Viva started its transition towards environmentally friendly new aircraft technology, becoming one of the most sustainable airlines in the [...]

Source: British Airways British Airways has announced a new direct route from London Heathrow to the Cincinnati region, starting from Summer 2023. Cincinnati will become the 27th US destination served directly from London by British Airways, which offers 300 transatlantic flights per week, the most of any UK carrier. Starting on 5 June 2023, this will be the only direct flight between the UK and all of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, creating incredible new opportunities for tourism and business across both sides of the pond. The flight will operate five times per week in the summer season and four in the winter. Resting along the banks of the Ohio River, the Cincinnati region spans portions of three states – Ohio, [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines 12-Month Access to Unlimited Flights on Sale Now; Pass Can be Used to Fly to Any U.S. Destination Frontier Serves Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines launched its new all-you-can-fly GoWild! Pass™, offering passholders exclusive access to unlimited flights between Frontier's U.S. destinations, including Puerto Rico, for one low annual price. The GoWild! Pass is on sale now for travel starting May 2, 2023 and is valid for a 12-month period. Here's how it works: 1.    Buy the GoWild! Pass 2.    Login to your FRONTIER Miles account 3.    Search & Book on flyfrontier.com the day before flight departure. Your pass will be valid for one year beginning May 2, 2023. For each flight, you'll pay $0.01 in airfare plus applicable taxes, fees, and charges at the [...]

Source: United Airlines NEXT's flagship facility will provide a unique strategic location and assets to distribute biofuel throughout the West Coast, could increase United's sustainable aviation fuel supply United has invested in more sustainable aviation fuel production than any other airline in the world* United Airlines Ventures (UAV) announced a strategic investment in NEXT Renewable Fuels (NEXT), which is permitting a flagship biofuel refinery in Port Westward, Oregon, with expected production beginning in 2026. NEXT is a Houston-based company developing the biorefinery which, at full production, could produce up to 50,000 barrels per day of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), renewable diesel, and other renewable fuels. UAV could invest as much as $37.5 million into NEXT, as long as the company [...]

Source: Sun Country Airlines Summer schedule extension connects travelers to destinations including beaches and mountains Sun Country Airlines announced 15 new nonstop routes from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) beginning in summer 2023. Twelve new destinations are featured as the airline continues to expand its network. Sun Country has also extended its booking schedule so customers can now book travel through Labor Day 2023. Sun Country’s summer schedule will connect travelers to Colorado Springs’ mountains, the Jersey Shore, Kansas City barbecue, the Black Hills and Louisville’s bourbon country, among other destinations. Sun Country will also resume service from MSP to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) for customers who want additional options to visit New York City, in addition to flying [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines launched nonstop service from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José, Costa Rica (SJO). 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 $99.* "We continue to expand our roster of international flights from Atlanta, bringing even more affordable travel options to area consumers via our 'Low Fares Done Right,'" said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, Frontier Airlines. "Costa Rica is a hugely popular international destination, and this new service provides a great option for escaping to Central America this winter."  Service from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): [...]

Source: British Airways British Airways has become the first UK airline to trial the use of biometric technology for international flights, enabling customers taking part in the trial to travel through the airport ‘smartly’ without having to show their passport. Customers who sign up to take part in the airline’s trial from London Heathrow Terminal 5 will be invited to scan their face, passport and boarding pass on their smartphone or tablet ahead of travel, with this information being kept safe and secure. When trial participants arrive at the airport, Smart Bio-Pod cameras verify their identity in under three seconds, allowing them to keep their passport safely in their pocket until they reach their destination. David Breeze, Operations Transformation Manager [...]

Source: WestJet Guests now able to purchase travel from select destinations across WestJet's domestic network to Tokyo via Vancouver WestJet announced an enhancement to its codeshare agreement with Japan Airlines, enabling the airline's "WS" code on Japan Airlines (JAL) operated flights between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan. With the addition of Tokyo as a destination available for sale to guests on WestJet.com and through the airline's call centre and travel trade partners, WestJet guests can now seamlessly book travel to Tokyo via Vancouver from across the airline's domestic network. "As transpacific air travel increases between Canada and Japan, this is an ideal time to launch this new step in our cooperation with Japan Airlines," said John Weatherill, WestJet Chief Commercial Officer. "Both our countries have substantial inbound [...]