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Allegiant Announces Nine New Nonstop Routes To Premier Spring Break Destinations

Source: Allegiant New routes will connect Midwest cities to Florida, the southwest Allegiant  announces nine new nonstop routes for spring vacation travel to premier destinations in Florida and the southwest. To celebrate, Allegiant is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $39.* "These routes will connect our customers to premier destinations in Arizona and Florida just in time for Spring break," said Drew Wells, Allegiant's senior vice president of revenue and planning. "Whether travelers are looking to explore the desert southwest or take in the beaches of Florida, we've got the flights for them – free from the hassle of stops and layovers – at a price they can afford." The new routes to Knoxville, Tennessee via McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) include: Phoenix, Arizona via Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) – [...]

2021-12-08T15:55:21+02:00December 8th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

Holidays take flight at Alaska Airlines

Source: Alaska Airlines With Starbucks festive cheer, decorated lounges, and the return of our holiday sweaters - Alaska is the Merrier Carrier Bake the gingerbread, light the menorah, hang the stockings — however you holiday — joy & care is in the air at Alaska Airlines. As the 'Merrier Carrier' we're going all out this year to celebrate and can't wait to share this holiday season with our loyal guests and employees. Cup, cup and away! Holiday spirit is IN THE AIR today at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, as we unveiled our newest special-edition aircraft featuring one of our favorite hometown friends, Starbucks. The plane, tail number N238AK, showcases Starbucks famous red cups filled with their signature holiday drinks. The Boeing [...]

2021-12-08T15:52:56+02:00December 8th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

Philly travelers getting new, nonstop flight options across the U.S. and Caribbean as Spirit announces PHL expansion

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) will brighten the skies of Philadelphia with lots more yellow planes this Spring. Today, the carrier announced it's adding seven new destinations and increasing service to Cancun (CUN) from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). The expansion will begin with nonstop New Orleans (MSY) service launching on Feb. 16, 2022, followed by new routes to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico (BQN), Nashville (BNA), Houston (IAH), Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ), Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ) and over to the West Coast at Oakland/San Francisco (OAK) by May 18, 2022. The additions of Aguadilla and Oakland unlock totally new, unserved markets for PHL, saving Guests valuable time and expense by eliminating costly connections. Spirit Airlines Routes at PHL:   Destination: Flights [...]

2021-12-08T15:49:08+02:00December 8th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

Putting Heart Into Action: Southwest Airlines Displays Mile High Heart During Colorado Gives Day

Source: Southwest Carrier donates more than $250,000 in roundtrip air travel and monetary support to organizations focused on making Denver a great place to live and work; Today: Invites Denverites to visit the Downtown Denver Rink for free skating all day with special surprises and fun treats between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. (MST). Southwest Airlines Co. is putting its Heart into action as it gives back to the greater Denver area in recognition of Colorado Gives Day, the state’s single largest day of giving. In the spirit of the giving season, the airline is donating more than $250,000 in domestic roundtrip air travel and monetary support to four organizations focused on improving the lives of Coloradoans: Amp the Cause, Latin American [...]

2021-12-08T15:46:45+02:00December 8th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet Cargo and SmartKargo partner on innovative digital transformation to better serve customers

Source: WestJet WestJet Cargo and SmartKargo today announced a partnership that will provide extensive digital solutions to enhance and transform the airline's air cargo business. In 2022, SmartKargo, a comprehensive cargo information management solution, will implement innovative software that will provide a streamlined user experience for WestJet Cargo customers. "As we witness record-setting cargo volumes, we are making strategic investments in our technology, our aircraft and our people," said Charles Duncan, WestJet Executive Vice-President, Cargo. "Our partnership with SmartKargo signifies an integral step forward in the digital transformation of our business. We look forward to working in lockstep with SmartKargo to digitize our business and deliver an improved user experience to our valued customers." Together with SmartKargo, WestJet Cargo customers will [...]

2021-12-08T15:43:29+02:00December 8th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines Announces Leadership Succession Plan

Source: American Airlines Robert Isom to become CEO on March 31, 2022; Doug Parker to continue as chairman American Airlines Group Inc. today announced Doug Parker will retire as chief executive officer of American Airlines on March 31, 2022. Robert Isom, currently president of American, will succeed him. Isom also will join the airline’s board of directors on that same date, and Parker will continue to serve as chairman of American’s board. “I have worked with Robert for two decades and I am incredibly pleased that he will be the next CEO of American Airlines, which is truly the best job in our industry,” Parker said. “Robert is a collaborative leader with deep operational expertise and global industry experience. His [...]

2021-12-07T14:14:58+02:00December 7th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

Finnair adds Seattle to its network and continues direct flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles and New York during the summer season

Source: Finnair Finnair expands its network in the United States and opens flights from Helsinki to Seattle starting 1 June 2022. In the summer season 2022, Finnair will operate three weekly flights to Seattle on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Seattle is known for its spectacular natural beauty, coffee culture, music scene and quirky neighbourhoods. Visitors can hike in evergreen forests or visit picturesque vineyards. The Emerald City is also home to some big names in business. Finnair also continues to expand its presence in the US by continuing direct flights to New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Los Angeles International Airport from Stockholm, Sweden, through the summer season. From 1 May 2022, Finnair will increase frequencies for these connections. Finnair will fly from [...]

2021-12-07T13:46:38+02:00December 7th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

The Air France Foundation supports educational projects on environmental issues

Source: Air France The Air France Foundation has been supporting the education of children in need for the past 30 years. It supports educational projects for sick, disabled and disadvantaged children in France and in countries where the Company is present. Since its creation, the Foundation has supported more than 1,500 projects throughout the world, relying on the company's vast network of volunteer staff to take action in a sustainable manner. As environmental transition is at the heart of Air France's priorities and those of its staff, it is essential for the Foundation to support projects to educate people about environmental issues.  The Foundation works together with several associations to raise awareness of the climate emergency among young people and [...]

2021-12-07T00:05:32+02:00December 7th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

ATTN Travellers to Britain: New pre-departure test requirement to UK

Source: Virgin Atlantic The UK Government has confirmed that from 0400 GMT on Tuesday 7 December 2021, anyone aged 12 years and over travelling to the UK will be required to take a pre-departure COVID-19 test, regardless of their vaccination status, within 2 days of departure. This test can be PCR or antigen (lateral flow) test. If you need a helping hand with testing options and providers, please refer to our help centre. Full UK entry requirements can be found on the UK Travel Advice page.

2021-12-06T22:43:31+02:00December 6th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|

Virgin Atlantic enhances LAX customer experience by consolidating operation to Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT)

Source: Virgin Atlantic From 10 December, Virgin Atlantic customers at Los Angeles Airport (LAX) will enjoy a streamlined customer experience as the UK airline temporarily moves its full operation, including check in, into the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), from its usual home in Terminal 2. To support a better customer experience during ongoing construction work, Virgin Atlantic will relocate to the world-class TBIT (also known as Terminal B), which boasts excellent facilities and amenities, many of which can be found in the central "Great Hall" in Departures and in the West Gates, a beautifully designed interior featuring extensive use of natural light. As part of the terminal change, eligible customers will have access to the Star Alliance Lounge at [...]

2021-12-06T22:32:44+02:00December 6th, 2021|AIRLINES, News|