Source: WestJet Travel and tourism industry's recovery remains impeded until pre-departure testing requirement is fully removed for fully-vaccinated travellers Airline welcomes removal of blanket travel advisory, end to advance PCR and arrivals testing requirements, changes to child travel policy and lifting of restrictions on international arrivals at Canadian airports The WestJet Group welcomes today's announcement from the federal government outlining changes to Canada's border measures and travel policies effective February 28, 2022. The WestJet Group will continue to advocate, based on science and data, for the removal of all measures impacting fully-vaccinated air travellers. "The removal of travel barriers for fully-vaccinated travellers and families is a positive step forward for our industry; we have been advocating tirelessly for these changes [...]

Source: Caribbean Airlines It was the first time that the new 160 seat aircraft was used on this route Caribbean Airlines’ 737-8 aircraft, 9Y-GUY, made its debut into Guyana today, when it operated BW 526 from Trinidad with onward service to New York.  It was the first time that the new 160 seat aircraft was used on this route. On landing at Cheddi Jagan International Airport at 3:09 p.m. the aircraft was welcomed by a water salute. In commemorating the occasion, Caribbean Airlines CEO Garvin Medera stated: “Caribbean Airlines and Guyana continue to enjoy a longstanding and productive relationship, and since our start in 2007 we’ve provided consistent service to Guyana including daily non-stop flights between New York and Guyana [...]

Source: Air France With the winter holidays approaching, Air France is introducing new kids’ games and comfort kits, available on board now. On board, it's just like being at home! In all Air France long-haul cabins, kids aged 3 to 11 with a children's menu are now given a fun new "folder", available in two colours, blue and light grey. Containing a host of surprises to have fun throughout the flight, this folder is also perfect for storing their passport, drawings and other souvenirs collected during the trip. Soft and sturdy, it can also be used at home. Inside, young globetrotters will find a postcard to colour in, a box of five coloured pencils, an activity book, a set of [...]

Source: ITA - Italia Trasporto Aereo The first ITA Airways Command Course, the highest level of training to become a Captain, has been completed. Francesca Longhi is the first Captain to receive the prestigious title after completing the course together with twelve new Captains, who are all type-rated to Airbus A320. To celebrate the occasion and assign the ‘grades’ to the new Captains, a ceremony was held this morning at the ITA Airways headquarters, in Rome Fiumicino, at the presence of Alfredo Altavilla –Executive Chairman of ITA Airways, Fabio Lazzerini – Chief Executive Officer of ITA Airways and Captain Riccardo Privitera –Director of Flight Operations of ITA Airways. The restart of Command Courses after more than 10 years, is one of ITA Airways’ major [...]

Source: Air Canada Air Canada is proud to announce today that it has been recognized as one of "Montreal's Top Employers" for 2022 in Mediacorp Canada's annual employer survey, marking the ninth consecutive year that the airline has received this award. "We are proud to be headquartered in Montreal, where we play a vital role in the economic success of this vibrant city, and we are honoured to be recognized for a ninth consecutive year as one of Montreal's Top Employers. As a global airline, the culture we had developed enabled Air Canada to continue to succeed through the most challenging times, and this workplace culture together with our employees' professionalism and unwavering dedication are integral components to Air Canada [...]

Source: Delta As leaders fanned out across the airline’s hubs to celebrate Delta people, a key highlight for the day was the special profit-sharing payment announced as part of its 2021 financial results in January. Monday is Employee Appreciation Day at Delta – appropriately held on Valentine’s Day as Delta leaders fanned out across the airline’s hubs to show some extra love to employees for their resilient spirit through another year defined by the uncertainty of a global pandemic. A key highlight of the day for award-winning Delta people was the special profit-sharing payment announced as part of its 2021 financial results in January. People powered Delta to be the only major U.S. airline that will report a profit during [...]

Source: Star Alliance Star Alliance Named Airline Alliance of the Year at Air Transport Awards 2022 Continued industry leadership on the backbone of its commitment to enhancing customer experience. Star Alliance has been named Airline Alliance of the Year at the Air Transport Awards for the fourth consecutive time. The Air Transport Awards recognise excellence and innovation in various categories of the global aviation sector. A panel of aviation industry experts selected Star Alliance in recognition of its exceptional contribution to the future of air travel. Winners were announced on February 10 at an award ceremony held in Ekali, Greece. Accepting the accolade, Jeffrey Goh CEO Star Alliance commented: “Star Alliance is truly honoured to be a repeat winner of the prestigious Air Transport Award. Continued recognition of this nature is testament to [...]

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines  announced its partnership with the nation’s largest flight school, Jacksonville-based ATP Flight School. The new Spirit Direct Program will expand the carrier’s pipeline of highly skilled, professional pilots to include ATP’s more than 2,000 qualified students and flight instructors. It also provides graduates with the fastest track to a successful career as a Spirit pilot amid the airline’s continued growth. ATP's prestigious Airline Career Pilot Program and Spirit Direct Program will immerse students in a two-year training that develops line-ready, Spirit A320 family pilots. Students begin their journey with a seven-month training toward their multi-engine commercial pilot and flight instructor certificates along with their instrument rating. As students progress to ATP instructors they continue to build flight experience [...]

Source: Air Canada Flight AC914 from Toronto to Fort Lauderdale was operated by Black pilots, flight attendants, planned and supported by Black managers and ground employees Air Canada is marking Black History Month by featuring the achievements and contributions of its Black employees to aviation, including an inaugural, Black History celebratory flight. Flight AC914 from Toronto to Fort Lauderdale and return flight AC917 today, operated with a wide-body Airbus A330-300 aircraft, is being flown with a Black crew of two pilots and eight flight attendants. Air Canada's Black History celebratory flight was also planned and supported by Black managers and employees on the ground and behind the scenes. "We salute and acknowledge the achievements and contributions of Air Canada's Black [...]

Source: Finnair Brand new, spacious Business Class and Premium Economy cabins revealed with rollout starting in February 2022 Also, major enhancements in Economy for the long-haul customer journey to such destinations in the Americas such as Boston, Cancun, Chicago, Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Miami, Montreal, San Diego, Toronto and Vancouver Finnair has today launched the airline’s new spacious, long-haul look with a brand-new Business Class and exciting new Premium Economy cabin as part of a major investment to enhance the customer experience. The Finnish flag carrier, known for connecting Asia and Europe via the short northern route, unveiled the 200-million-euro investment at a press conference in Helsinki this morning. The complete cabin renewal covers all Finnair Airbus [...]