Source: Delta Air Lines De-icing is a meticulous yearlong operation essential to ensuring Delta aircraft can take off safely and deliver the reliable, world-class operation customers expect. If you’ve ever flown during the winter months out of cold, snowy climates like Delta’s Minneapolis hub, you’ve probably heard the familiar crackle of an aircraft’s PA system followed by the captain’s advisement that your sky-chariot needs de-icing. It’s not something most passengers give a second thought - their journey proceeds as planned, the endeavor out of sight, out of mind. You may not have realized just how crucial that process can be to a safe journey, nor the expertise needed to do it the right way. To help us break down how [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines Flight Pass benefits for travel lovers include a flat fee, peace of mind, and more flexibility to explore California and major West Coast destinations As the only major airline headquartered on the West Coast, Alaska Airlines is blazing a new path for travel with the debut of Flight Pass, an innovative, subscription-based travel offering that takes value and flexibility to the next level. Available starting today, Flight Pass members can fly up to 24 roundtrip flights a year to the most popular routes within California, as well as nonstop service from California airports to Reno, Phoenix and Las Vegas, for a fixed monthly rate. With annual plans starting at $49 per month, this new way to fly allows travelers to lock in main cabin deals for [...]

Source: Avelo Airlines Avelo now offers 10 nonstop routes from Tweed-New Haven Airport Avelo Airlines announced a significant expansion of its East Coast service with the addition of four popular Southeastern U.S. destinations from Connecticut’s most convenient airport — Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN). Beginning in May, Avelo will add exclusive nonstop service between HVN and two South Carolina destinations: Myrtle Beach and Charleston, as well as Savannah, Ga. / Hilton Head, S.C.; and Nashville, Tenn. Today’s announcement expands Avelo’s East Coast network from HVN to 10 exclusive nonstop destinations. Avelo currently flies between HVN and six sun-soaked Florida destinations: Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, Sarasota/Bradenton, Tampa and West Palm Beach. Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, “The significant [...]

Source: Swoop Swoop today announced it will expand its presence in the United States (U.S.) by adding non-stop flights to five new destinations this summer: New York, Chicago, Nashville, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. In addition to serving five new destinations, the fast-growing Canadian airline will also extend its current seasonal services to San Diego, Palm Springs, Las Vegas, St. Pete-Clearwater, Orlando (Sanford) and Phoenix (Mesa) into the summer season. In total Swoop will serve 11 U.S. destinations with ultra-not-expensive flights from its three main Canadian bases in Toronto, Hamilton, and Edmonton. “As part of our planned growth in 2022, we’re excited to be adding five new popular U.S. destinations to our network. As Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost carrier, we are [...]

Source: WestJet The WestJet Group today announced that Alexis von Hoensbroech has officially started his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). "It is my pleasure to officially welcome Alexis to the WestJet Group at this pivotal time for the business," said Chris Burley, Chairman of WestJet's board of directors. "With extensive experience in aviation and in leading a global airline through the pandemic, we are confident that under Alexis' leadership his vision will accelerate the WestJet Group's recovery." "As the WestJet Group moves into its next chapter, I am thrilled to be joining this dedicated team, at such a critical time," said von Hoensbroech. "As we forge ahead, the more than 8,500 WestJet and Swoop employees have shown admirable tenacity and [...]

Source: Austrian New aircraft are more fuel efficient, quieter and more cost effective Until spring 2023 four A320neos will replace older A320s New cabin concept enhances travel comfort on short and medium haul routes Austrian Airlines COO Francesco Sciortino: "Latest technology enables up to 20 per cent less fuel consumption and reduces noise". Austrian Airlines is taking an important step toward modernizing and renewing its short- and medium-haul fleet. Between August 2022 and spring 2023, four Airbus A320neos will be integrated in Austrian Airlines’ fleet. The "NEO" ("New Engine Option") aircraft, will be delivered directly to Austrian Airlines from a Lufthansa order and replace older models in the A320 fleet. Depending on the route, an Airbus A320neo emits up to [...]

Source: National Airlines Council of Canada Suzanne Acton-Gervais, Interim President and CEO of the National Airlines Council of Canada, which represents Canada’s largest air carriers (Air Canada, Air Transat, Jazz Aviation LP and WestJet) issued the following statement concerning today’s announcement by the federal government of updated travel and testing measures related to COVID-19: “Since the outset of the pandemic, Canada’s major airlines have worked hand in hand with the Government of Canada to keep air travel safe for travellers, workers and for Canadian families, including through their full support of the implementation of vaccination requirements for air travellers and employees. Today’s announcement by the federal government is a step forward both for travellers, our industry, and for the Canadian [...]

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 [...]