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Alaska Airlines launches new era of widebody international flying in Seattle with daily nonstop service to Tokyo Narita operated by Hawaiian Airlines

Source: Hawaiian Airlines With the combination of Alaska and Hawaiian, we’re transforming Seattle into the West Coast’s new premier global gateway. We’re planning for at least 12 international destinations with long-haul aircraft from Seattle by 2030. Alaska Airlines is celebrating a new global connection between the Pacific Northwest and Japan with flights between our hometown hub in Seattle and Tokyo Narita, operated by Hawaiian Airlines’ long-haul aircraft. The new service marks the start of daily nonstops between the two dynamic cities and the beginning of a new era of widebody international flying for Alaska With the combination of Alaska and Hawaiian, we’re transforming Seattle into the West Coast’s new premier global gateway. Our hub at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is [...]

2025-05-13T08:49:39+03:00May 13th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Viva Aerobus will expand service at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) next November

Source: Houston Airports Viva, Mexico's ultra-low-cost carrier, is expanding nonstop service between George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) in Mexico City. Beginning November 20, the direct route will operate three times a week—every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The flight will depart from NLU at 5:55 p.m. and arrive at IAH at 8:10 p.m. The return flight will depart IAH at 9:20 p.m. and arrive at NLU at 11:45 p.m. “This is a big win for our passengers. In 2024, 5.1 million people flew between Houston and Mexico—we look forward to welcoming even more. This new nonstop to Felipe Ángeles International Airport strengthens our position as a primary gateway to Latin America, especially as we prepare [...]

2025-05-12T08:18:26+03:00May 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Delta, Korean Air to strengthen partnerships with WestJet

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta and Korean to acquire independent equity stakes totaling 25% in WestJet for US$550 million from Onex Partners and its affiliated funds and co-investors (the “Onex Group”) Agreement will further align airlines’ interests, expand customer benefits and strengthen connectivity between Canada and North America, Europe and Asia and beyond Delta Air Lines and Korean Air will strengthen their respective partnerships with WestJet through the purchase of minority equity stakes in the Canadian airline from Onex Partners, the upper middle market private equity platform of Onex, a Canadian investor and alternative asset manager. Affiliated funds and co-investors of the Onex Group intend to participate in the sale alongside Onex Partners. These investments build on each airline’s existing [...]

2025-05-12T09:43:00+03:00May 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Alaska Air Group announces leadership promotions in key enterprise oversight roles

Source: Alaska Airlines Brooke Vatheuer has been promoted to senior vice president of safety and audit programs for Alaska Air Group and Alaska Airlines. Allie Wittenberger has been elected vice president of audit programs for Alaska Airlines. The Alaska Air Group board of directors has placed two veteran executives in key oversight roles to enhance safety and internal audit functions at Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Horizon Air and McGee Air Services.  These appointments support Safety as the Company’s top priority and Alaska and Hawaiian’s continued international growth. The reorganized leadership structure involves: Brooke Vatheuer, who has been promoted to senior vice president of safety and audit programs for Alaska Air Group and Alaska Airlines; Max Tidwell, who remains vice president [...]

2025-05-12T09:33:07+03:00May 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Copa Holdings Reports First-Quarter Financial Results

Source: Copa Holdings Copa Holdings1, S.A. has announced financial results for the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25). Key highlights include: Net profit of US$176.8 million or US$4.28 per share, a US$0.7 million increase compared to 1Q24. Operating profit of US$213.8 million and an operating margin of 23.8%, a 1.0% and 0.4 percentage point decrease, respectively, compared to 1Q24. Capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASMs), increased by 9.5% year over year. Operating cost per available seat mile excluding fuel (Ex-fuel CASM) decreased 4.3% compared to 1Q24 to 5.8 cents. Revenue per available seat mile (RASM) decreased 8.1% compared to 1Q24 to 11.5 cents. The Company ended the quarter with approximately US$1.3 billion in cash, short-term and long-term investments, which represent 39% of the [...]

2025-05-09T13:20:22+03:00May 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Fly smarter this summer with Fly Delta app version 7.0

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines is enhancing its Fly Delta app this summer with real-time flight updates, personalized notifications, seamless travel documentation support and more – giving customers greater control through expanded self-service features and a more connected travel experience. There are just a few weeks left until summer – and the busiest travel season of the year wouldn’t be complete without the award-winning Fly Delta app by your side. As your ultimate travel companion, Fly Delta helps you book, manage and stay in control of your journey every step of the way. Available starting today and with new features coming throughout the summer, the latest app update, Fly Delta 7.0, includes a lineup of new features designed [...]

2025-05-09T13:08:20+03:00May 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Cinema takes off again with TAP Air Portugal

Source: TAP Second edition of Altitude Film Fest with applications open until 31 May 2025.  Following the success of the inaugural edition, TAP Air Portugal announces the second edition of Altitude Film Fest, its On Board Film Festival, which returns to continue celebrating the seventh art at 30,000 feet of altitude. This innovative project celebrates international cinema in the unique context of the flight experience, while promoting Portugal, its culture and traditions, within and across borders. Applications are open until 31 May 2025 and registration costs 10 US dollars. The Altitude Film Fest offers an international platform for emerging filmmakers, challenging them to submit short fiction or documentary films with a maximum duration of 30 minutes, which fulfil at least [...]

2025-05-09T12:57:26+03:00May 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Canadian Tire Corporation and WestJet Launch Strategic Partnership to Bring More Value to Canadians

Source: WestJet Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC or the Company) and WestJet have announced a long-term strategic partnership that brings together Triangle Rewards and WestJet Rewards, enhancing the scale and value of both programs while introducing new ways for millions of Canadians to earn rewards across travel and everyday purchases. Launching in early 2026, this partnership will give Triangle Rewards' and WestJet Rewards' members the ability to link their loyalty accounts and enjoy enhanced benefits across both programs, including access to exclusive offers and promotions. Linked members will earn stacked rewards – Canadian Tire Money and WestJet points – whether they're booking a WestJet flight or vacation package, or shopping at Canadian Tire, SportChek, Mark's, and other participating CTC banners. [...]

2025-05-09T13:10:23+03:00May 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News, OTHERS|

Air Canada Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Source: Air Canada Operating revenues of $5.196 billion for the first quarter of 2025, 1% lower year over year. Operating loss of $108 million and adjusted EBITDA* of $387 million with adjusted EBITDA margin* of 7.4%. Cash flow from operating activities of $1.526 billion and free cash flow* of $831 million, a year-over-year decrease of $66 million and $225 million respectively. Leverage ratio* of 1.3 at March 31, 2025, compared to 1.4 at end of 2024. Purchased and cancelled over 15 million shares in the quarter, completing the normal course issuer bid announced in November 2024. Announced intention to launch substantial issuer bid (SIB) to purchase and cancel up to $500 million of shares. Air Canada has reported its first [...]

2025-05-09T12:52:55+03:00May 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Patagonia on ice: Delta connects travelers to Argentinian Patagonian winter wonders

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta offers convenient connections from the United States to Argentina, opening the door to unforgettable winter adventures across the Patagonian south.   As Delta marks 100 years of connecting people and places worldwide, 25 years of continuous service to Argentina underscore the airline’s commitment to Latin America and its role in bringing travelers closer to unforgettable experiences in the Southern Hemisphere. Delta Air Lines operates daily nonstop service from Atlanta (ATL) to Buenos Aires (EZE), offering customers convenient access to Argentina’s vibrant capital, Buenos Aires. From there, travelers can easily connect via domestic airlines to some of the country’s most awe-inspiring southern destinations, including Bariloche, El Calafate, and Ushuaia—opening the door to the heart of Patagonia’s winter [...]

2025-05-08T09:06:50+03:00May 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|