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GOL discloses preliminary traffic figures for February 2022

Source: GOL GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL and B3: GOLL4), Brazil’s largest domestic airline, announces today preliminary air traffic figures for the month of February 2022, compared to the same period in 2021. Highlights: |  GOL’s total supply (ASK) increased 35.8%. Total seats increased 37.8% and the number of departures increased by 37.1%. GOL's total demand (RPK) increased by 35.0% and the load factor was 80.3%. |  GOL’s domestic supply (ASK) increased 31.2% and demand (RPK) increased by 30.9%. GOL’s domestic load factor was 80.7%. The volume of departures increased by 34.9% and seats increased by 35.7%. |  GOL’s international supply (ASK) was 98 million, the demand (RPK) was 69 million and international load factor was 70.7%.

2022-03-09T18:03:54+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines to Support Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine

Source: American Airlines Throughout the month of March, American Airlines is creating opportunities for its customers and team members to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Beginning today, funds collected in flight by flight attendants and online through American’s partnership with UNICEF’s Change for Good program will be directed to support UNICEF and its humanitarian response in Ukraine. The funds raised this month at www.unicefusa.org/aa, and on flights to and from international destinations and Hawaii, will support UNICEF in reaching vulnerable children and families in Ukraine with assistance like access to basic services including water, sanitization, immunization and health care, as well as schooling and learning support and emergency cash assistance for up to 7.5 million children. Additionally, the funds can support [...]

2022-03-08T13:01:58+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

JetBlue now accepting applications for Pilot Gateway Programs

Source: JetBlue Jetblue announced it is once again accepting applications for its pilot Gateways. With seven distinct education and training paths for pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians, JetBlue’s industry-leading Gateways offer anyone with the talent and dream of flying a range of pathways into the industry, opening the door for more people to discover and define their own career path in aviation. As the airline with the longest-running pathway programs, JetBlue is proud to continue its legacy, producing hundreds of new-hire pilots for the airline with 12% of last year’s new-hire pilots coming through one of the JetBlue Gateways. “Whether you’ve never been in an aircraft flight deck or already have a few solo flights under your belt and are planning [...]

2022-03-08T14:08:01+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

United Launches Ukraine Relief Effort to Support Flying Workers and Supplies to Areas in Need

Source: United Airlines People can donate miles and funds to Airlink, Americares, American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen Airline to match first five million miles and $100,000 donated and will award up to 1,000 bonus miles for cash donations United today announced a fundraising effort that has the potential to play a critical role in the mission to fly aid workers and supplies to the areas of Ukraine that are most in need. Starting today, United's MileagePlus® members can donate cash or miles to the airline's signature relief partners - Airlink, Americares, American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen - by visiting united.com/UkraineSupport. United will match the first five million donated miles - the equivalent of hundreds of connecting flights [...]

2022-03-08T13:04:36+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Aeroflot’s troubles continue to mount due to sanctions: Information for passengers on (suspended) international flights as of today Tuesday 8 March 2022

Source: Aeroflot/ALA News Although the airline only announced a "temporary" suspension of its routes to North America and the Caribbean Cuba included between February 28 and March 2, 2022, Aeroflot's flights to that region continue and will remain paralyzed due to the closure of the airspace of both Canada and the US, to all its operations Aeroflot informs about a temporary suspension of all international flights starting 8 March (00:00 MSK) due to new additional circumstances impeding the operation of flights. International services scheduled by Rossiya Airlines and Aurora Airlines (flights within the range of  SU5400-5799 and SU5950-6999) will also be suspended. To reduce risks for passengers of inability to use return flights to Russia  Aeroflot, starting from 6 March [...]

2022-03-08T13:03:10+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet: Encouraging women to pursue a career in aviation

Source: WestJet Women of Aviation Worldwide Week (WOAW) is a global aviation awareness week for girls of all ages observed to mark the anniversary of the world’s first female pilot license (March 8, 1910). In recognition of the occasion, and International Women’s Day, we asked the women of WestJet a simple question... Why would you encourage women to pursue a career in aviation? Annie Lagueux, First Officer, B737 I would encourage young women to pursue a career in aviation because it takes you to places you never thought you'd go, both physically and mentally. If it wasn't for flying, I would never have seen the arctic the way I did, with all the beautiful landscapes and way of life. Flying has challenged me [...]

2022-03-08T12:54:45+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines 37th Annual Celebrity Ski Raises $1.2 Million for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Source: American Airlines American Airlines and its partners raised $1.2 million benefitting Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at the 37th annual American Airlines Celebrity Ski event this past weekend. After celebrating last year’s event virtually due to the pandemic, guests returned to Beaver Creek, Colorado, with a renewed and vibrant sense of energy and dedication to supporting the fight against Cystic Fibrosis (CF). This year’s event included special programming and events, including a performance by Warner Records recording artist MAX, fitness class with three-time world dance champion Louis Van Amstel and more. “It may be cold in Colorado this weekend, but our hearts are incredibly warm. Every year for the last 37 years, our team members and partners have rallied together to [...]

2022-03-08T01:42:34+02:00March 8th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

At Delta’s Seattle hub, a new experience for international travelers

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta has been closely engaged with the Port of Seattle on the construction of the International Arrivals Facility since teams broke ground in 2017 With this new facility, international customers arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will get to experience more comfort and convenience than ever before International customers arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport will soon experience more comfort and convenience than ever, as the airport unveiled a gleaming new facility at a reception for media as well as community and business leaders. “Delta customers will surely enjoy the benefits that this gorgeous, state-of-the-art International Arrivals Facility will bring to their travel journeys,” said Eric Phillips, S.V.P. ‐ Airport Customer Service and Cargo, who participated in the [...]

2022-03-07T11:50:06+02:00March 7th, 2022|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Viva Air joins TSA PreCheck®

Source: TSA The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the expansion of its TSA PreCheck® expedited screening program with the addition of Viva Air. The airline is based in Colombia and currently serves Orlando International Airport and Miami International Airport. TSA PreCheck is an expedited screening program for low-risk travelers at more than 200 U.S. airports. Travel with ease by enrolling in TSA PreCheck and avoid removing shoes, belts, liquids, laptops and light jackets. In January, 97% of all TSA PreCheck members waited less than five minutes. TSA PreCheck is available for eligible passengers when departing from Nassau, Bahamas and U.S. airports, including when connecting on domestic flights after returning to the United States. Travelers who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals and U.S. lawful [...]

2022-03-07T11:51:19+02:00March 7th, 2022|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Puerto Rico’s ‘La Perla del Sur’ Shines Brighter with Spirit’s New, Nonstop Ponce to Orlando Route

Source: Spirit Airlines Travelers to/from Puerto Rico's southern coast can skip the drive to San Juan or Aguadilla and take convenient nonstop flights from Ponce to Orlando, with nearly 30 connection opportunities Spirit Airlines' bright yellow planes are shining bright along Puerto Rico's sunny southern coast. The carrier launched service from Mercedita International Airport (PSE) in Ponce, adding the second-largest city on the island to its growing route map. The new service provides Ponce travelers with daily flights to Orlando (MCO) and marks Spirit's third destination in Puerto Rico, joining San Juan (SJU) and Aguadilla (BQN). "Our new nonstop flights between Ponce and Orlando provide both Puerto Rican and Floridian travelers with convenient and affordable ways to visit friends and [...]

2022-03-07T18:43:33+02:00March 7th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|