Spource: WestJet As airline continues to invest in the West its newest regional route will operate six-times weekly beginning February 2023 WestJet today is welcoming the airline's newest regional route with the announcement of service between Penticton, B.C., and Vancouver beginning in February of 2023. The route will strengthen critical intra-provincial connectivity for British Columbians and local businesses and is scheduled to operate six-times weekly on WestJet Link. "The addition of new intra-provincial routes is critical as we invest in our presence in the West and look to strengthen our offerings to ensure British Columbians have more access to convenient and affordable air travel," said Jared Mikoch-Gerke, WestJet Director of Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs. "This new route marks the initial steps [...]

Source: Sun Country Airlines Q2 2022 GAAP diluted EPS of $(0.07) and operating income of $3 million Q2 2022 Adjusted diluted EPS of $(0.03)(1) and adjusted operating income of $4 million(1) Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (“Sun Country Airlines”, “Sun Country”, the “Company”)  reported financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2022. “Despite the second quarter being a historically seasonally weaker quarter, scheduled service TRASM in the quarter was up 29% versus the second quarter 2019 and 13% sequentially versus first quarter 2022. We generated a positive operating profit of $3.4 million and an adjusted operating profit of $4 million despite fuel prices averaging $4.39 per gallon during the quarter,” said Jude Bricker, Chief Executive Officer of Sun Country. [...]

Source: WestJet Airline to return 17 sun and leisure routes suspended during pandemic to destinations across the Caribbean, Mexico and U.S. WestJet celebrated the return of 17 sun routes to its network this winter. The returning routes which were suspended for more than two years, bring enhanced connectivity and vacation options for Canadians and communities across the airline's network. "The restart of these routes is another positive step in the restoration our network as we solidify WestJet as the reliable, friendly and affordable airline we are known to be," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "We recognize the past three winters have been disruptive to our guests travel plans and we look forward to reconnecting Canadians to some of the [...]

Source: Avelo Airlines Avelo Airlines Lands in Lexington with Two Nonstop Routes to the Sunshine State Avelo Airlines announced it will begin serving Lexington, Kentucky this fall with exclusive nonstop service to two popular Florida destinations. Avelo will begin serving Orlando starting October 19 and Tampa beginning November 12.  Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Lexington– Say hello to Avelo! We are excited to add Kentucky’s Bluegrass region to Avelo’s nationwide network of popular destinations. Getting to the Sunshine State is now easier and more affordable than ever. These two sun-soaked destinations are an ideal fall and winter retreat. Avelo’s refreshingly convenient, reliable and caring service ensures our Central Kentucky Customers will arrive relaxed and ready for some fun [...]

Source: Air France A non-stop daily flight between Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport and New York-Newark Liberty International airport, operated by Boeing 777-200 as from 12 December 2022 As the leading airline on the Paris-New York route, Air France is continuing to increase its capacity between the two cities. Starting on 12 December 2022, the airline will operate a year-round, non-stop daily service between its hub at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport and New York-Newark Liberty (EWR), the second largest international airport to serve the New York metropolitan area, located approximately 18 miles away from Manhattan. Flights will be operated by Boeing 777-200 with a capacity of 280 seats (40 in Business, 24 in Premium Economy and 216 in Economy), and equipped [...]

Source: Condor The opportunity to donate on board is already available on Condor's long-haul routes (among them to the Americas) and then on the entire route network from November 2022 Condor becomes an official donation partner of the FLY & HELP Foundation, which is committed to building schools in developing countries. From now on, donations can be collected by the airline, which will be donated 1:1 to the educational projects. In this way, the longterm partnership with the founder of the foundation, Reiner Meutsch, receives a new boost in further aid opportunities for Condor within the framework of the ConTribute initiative and the guests on board. Ralf Teckentrup on the expansion of the partnership: "As Germany's most popular leisure airline, [...]

Source: Delta Delta is one of Forbes’ Best Workplaces for Women in the U.S. for a second year in a row, with employees giving top marks to the airline’s working conditions, benefits and representation of women in leadership. The Forbes ranking reflects Delta’s ongoing efforts to be a great workplace for women in hiring and recruitment and executive representation. “This recognition fuels our passion to continue making Delta an inclusive company that uplifts and encourages women,” said Joanne Smith, Delta’s E.V.P. and Chief People Officer. “It inspires us to continue our journey to provide a great workplace for women while increasing the number of women in leadership roles across the company.” In partnership with Statista, a market research company, Forbes [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines The Hawaiian Airlines Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to Kākoʻo ʻŌiwi, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the cultural, spiritual and traditional practices of the Native Hawaiian community. The grant will fund the construction of a wash and pack facility in Heʻeia that will be used to process crops grown in the Kaneohe region including kalo (taro), ʻulu (breadfruit), ʻuala (sweet potato), and hōʻiʻo (warabi). “Supporting local agriculture is a critical issue for our economy and the well-being of our communities. Hawaiian Airlines has made bold commitments to purchasing more locally grown products, but we also need to eliminate the obstacles that prevent small farmers from bringing their produce to market,” noted Avi Mannis, chief marketing [...]