Source: American Airlines Airline launches campaign with Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) and SU2C Ambassador Mandy Moore Mandy Moore joins American and SU2C to launch this year’s fundraising campaign with video alongside airline team members. Customers earn American Airlines AAdvantage® miles for donations to SU2C during two-month campaign. American Airlines, in collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated actress, singer and songwriter Mandy Moore, is launching its annual campaign to raise funds for innovative and life-saving cancer research. Now through Sept. 30, customers will receive 25 bonus American Airlines AAdvantage® miles for every dollar they donate of $25 or more to Stand Up To Cancer. Additionally, anyone who uses their American Airlines AAdvantage Mastercard® [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines Visitors to the Club will enjoy unique design touches that celebrate Japanese culture, curated artwork and rich interiors reflective of traditional Japanese patterns and textures Delta is opening its first Delta Sky Club at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport – the only club there operated by a U.S. airline – a luxurious addition featuring regional specialties as Japan gradually eases pandemic-era restrictions and welcomes business and leisure travelers alike. “We’ve been looking forward to this day for years,” said Claude Roussel, Managing Director – Delta Sky Club. “Bringing the signature Delta Sky Club experience to Haneda as we continue to grow our network of premium, one-of-a-kind lounges is a huge moment for our Asia-Pacific partners, and all future [...]

Source: Westjet Today, the first collective bargaining agreement between WestJet and Unifor was ratified by Unifor's members. Unifor is the certified union representing certain WestJet airport employees at YYC Calgary International Airport and Vancouver International Airport. "WestJet is pleased to share that the agreement negotiated with Unifor has been ratified by its membership," said Angela Avery, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief People, Corporate and Sustainability Officer. "This settlement demonstrates WestJet's commitment to its employees, the long-term success of the airline and the communities we serve." The agreement will come into September 1, 2022 and will be in place until December 31, 2026. "This agreement will provide our guests, who rely on our critical investments for their air travel needs, with well-deserved confidence in their [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Planting seeds of inspiration to grow the next generation of aerospace leaders is key to continuing our legacy as Hawaiʻi’s hometown carrier. Yesterday, we teamed up with the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) to host a diverse group of 16 local middle-to-high school students enrolled in the nonprofit’s annual Aerospace Career Education (ACE) Academy. Over 30 Hawaiian Airlines employees and 12 OBAP members volunteered to guide the students, answer questions and share their expertise while showing them the ins and outs of our operations. Students began the day at our corporate headquarters where our Chief Operating Officer Jon Snook shared his personal story, covered Hawaiian Airlines’ vast operations and encouraged them to keep their sights set on the sky. Employee [...]

Fuente: United Airlines U.S. Department of Transportation awards airline three new direct flights between Washington Dulles and Cape Town Tickets on sale now – United's inaugural flight scheduled for November 17 United offers more flights to South Africa than any other North American airline United Airlines announced new direct flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Cape Town, becoming the first airline to provide nonstop roundtrip service from our nation's capital to South Africa. The U.S. Department of Transportation granted the airline three weekly direct flights, which will commence on November 17, 2022 (subject to approval by the South Africa Government). Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online or through the United app. United started seasonal service from New York/Newark to Cape Town in 2019 and [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines America's Greenest Airline Launches Inflation-Busting Sale; Book Now Through Aug. 1 Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines has launched a limited-time fare sale on 1 million seats from $19.* The promotion runs through Aug. 1, 2022 and is valid for travel on select days of the week from Aug. 2 through Oct. 5, 2022. "Frontier Airlines is offering an inflation-busting blockbuster fare sale to destinations throughout the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America," said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, Frontier Airlines. "When fares are this cheap, they won't last long so grab them while you can!"" Visit https://www.flyfrontier.com/ for additional information and reservations. *About the 1 Million Seats Sale: Fares must be purchased by 11:59 pm Eastern time on Aug. [...]

Source: Spirit Airlines Combination set to bring JetBlue’s unique blend of low fares and great service to more customers on more routes system wide JetBlue terminates its all-cash tender offer to acquire Spirit common stock JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”) and Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”) today announced that their boards of directors have approved a definitive merger agreement under which JetBlue will acquire Spirit for $33.50 per share in cash, including a prepayment of $2.50 per share in cash payable upon Spirit stockholders’ approval of the transaction and a ticking fee of $0.10 per month starting in January 2023 through closing, for an aggregate fully diluted equity value of $3.8 billion1 and an adjusted enterprise value of $7.6 billion2. “We are excited [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines Up to 35 Cadets per Month to be Accepted into the Program Which Requires No Prior Flying Experience Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines is launching a cadet program to train the next generation of Frontier pilots. The program, operated in partnership with ATP Flight School, will welcome up to 35 individuals per month who seek to become commercial airline pilots. No prior flying experience is required. Cadets will receive assistance in applying for financial aid to help offset training and living expenses with the program lasting approximately 24 months. During the program period participants will receive certain Frontier benefits. "This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who has ever dreamed of becoming a commercial airline pilot," said Brad [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines The flight menu is filled with a range of fresh, bright flavors inspired by the West Coast, including new vegan, plant-based options. This summer, Alaska Airlines guests can veg out on board with more gluten friendly, plant-based and vegan meal optionsavailable in all cabins. We’re listening to our guests who told us that they are looking for more plant-based menu options when traveling. Our new vegan option, called the “Soy Meets World,” is a vegan salad developed in partnership with Evergreens, a West Coast-based company that makes gourmet, freshly chopped salads. We’re thrilled to offer our guests more healthy and nutritious choices when they fly with us,” said Todd Traynor-Corey, managing director of guest products. “We built our menu thoughtfully to offer more plant-based, vegan and gluten-free options, which include [...]

Source: American Airlines In its largest donation ever, the foundation awards more than $1.2 million in scholarship funds 452 students in eight countries received a scholarship from the American Airlines Education Foundation 107 scholarship winners are first-generation college students The American Airlines Education Foundation is easing the cost of higher education for 452 students who are dependents of the airline’s team members. In its largest donation to date, the Education Foundation awarded more than $1.2 million in scholarship funds for the 2022–2023 school year. Each recipient received a $2,500 scholarship, and 107 first-generation college students each received an additional award of $1,000. Scholarships fund full-time, undergraduate study at any accredited college, university or vocational program worldwide. “From future medical professionals, [...]