Source: Delta Air Lines Due to newly imposed travel restrictions by the Israeli Government for travel to Israel, Delta has issued a travel waiver for customers whose flights to Tel Aviv, Israel (TLV) may be impacted. A fare difference waiver for customers booked through Dec. 12 is available and more information can be found on delta.com. Additionally, customers traveling through Dec. 31, 2021 that may need to change their travel plans can do so without change fees via delta.com or the Fly Delta App. Learn more about change fees and travel flexibility on delta.com. The health and safety of our employees and customers remains our top priority. Delta will continue to work closely with our government partners to monitor the new COVID-19 variant and any [...]

Source: KLM The Dutch government announced that South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Botswana, Namibia and Zimbabwe have been flagged as a very-high-risk area where there is a COVID-variant of concern. This means passengers flying KLM from South Africa to the Netherlands will only be permitted to board if they comply with the entry restrictions imposed by the Dutch government. The entry ban does not apply for the repatriation of people carrying Dutch passports, EU citizens, Schengen residents, medical emergency staff, ships’ crew, airline staff and people travelling under exceptional circumstances, such as family emergencies. Passengers in the above exceptional categories will have to comply with the following test requirements in order to travel: A negative PCR/NAAT test that is less than [...]

Source: WestJet The WestJet Group today announced that Harry Taylor has officially assumed the role of interim President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The WestJet group announced Taylor as the interim President and CEO on September 15, 2021, following news of Ed Sims retirement announced on June 9, 2021. "I am honoured to take on the interim role of CEO at this pivotal time for the WestJet Group, and am focused on our relentless commitment to safety above all while ensuring continuity for our recovery, as we rebuild our airlines for our guests and our people," said Harry Taylor, interim President and CEO. "By the end of the year, we will return our entire fleet to service for the peak holiday travel season, connecting loved ones and fulfilling long awaited [...]

Source: Delta Delta currently operates service between Johannesburg, South Africa and our Atlanta hub three times weekly. There are no planned adjustments to service at this time. In light of the detection of a new COVID-19 variant, the United States will suspend and restrict foreign nationals from entering the United States if they have been in South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Malawi and Eswatini during the 14-day period preceding their entry – effective for flights departing to the United States after 12:01 a.m. EST on Nov. 29. Delta currently operates service between Johannesburg, South Africa and our Atlanta hub three times weekly. There are no planned adjustments to service at this time. Customers traveling through Dec. 31, 2021 that may need to change their travel plans can do so without change fees via delta.com or the Fly Delta App. Learn more about change fees and travel flexibility on delta.com. A fare difference waiver for customers booked through Dec. 12 is [...]

Source: Lufthansa New snacks and spirits available on many long-haul flights from December 1  The new service will initially be introduced on 37 long-haul routes to North America, South America, Asia and South Africa Offerings with a charge include international and regional products for every taste In the future, Lufthansa passengers on long-haul flights in Economy and Premium Economy Class will have the option of purchasing high-quality snacks and spirits in addition to main meals and drinks, which will continue to be free of charge. With this new offer, Lufthansa is responding to the different needs of guests when it comes to choosing food and beverages on board. Especially between meals, guests' wishes are very individual - Lufthansa is meeting [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines 200 Delta employees walked into the Delta Flight Museum to celebrate their induction into Delta's prestigious Chairman's Club. Two hundred outstanding Delta employees received highest honors and enjoyed an unforgettable evening at the historic 25th annual Chairman’s Club Gala in Atlanta. This  special one-time class of 200 were celebrated and recognized for how they continuously demonstrate Delta’s core values in taking care of each other and our customers. The Honorees were ultimately inducted into Delta’s prestigious Chairman’s Club — a testament to their service, dedication and all-around embodiment of "the spirit of Delta." "Chairman’s Club is the highest honor you can receive at Delta, and everyone here had a hand in turning things around and getting [...]

Source: American Airlines We recently took delivery of our 50th Airbus aircraft assembled in Mobile, Alabama. To commemorate the occasion, we’ll be sharing a five-part series to give you a behind-the-scenes look at how our A321neos are assembled. Part 1: By sea, land and air » Part 2: When two become one » Part 3: Coming soon Part 4: Coming soon Part 5: Coming soon Part 1: By sea, land and air It’s before sunrise at the Port of Mobile in Mobile, Alabama, on a humid June morning. The Mobile Express cargo ship is in port, enjoying a much-needed rest after a 13-day journey covering more than 4,500 miles that began in St. Nazaire, France. On board are components for [...]

Source: Avelo Airlines  Avelo Airlines is making the hunt for the world’s hottest and most elusive sold-out holiday gift a little easier. Just in time for the holidays, Connecticut’s newest, ultra-convenient and most affordable airline is giving away a one-of-a-kind “Spirit of the Havens” PS5 gaming system through The Avelo Spirit of the Havens Sweepstakes. To enter, and for complete sweepstakes rules, follow AveloAir on Instagram. The giveaway is open through December 5, 2021 to Connecticut residents that are at least 18 years old. The winner will be selected in a random drawing from eligible entrants on December 8. No purchase is necessary. “The PS5 is the hottest holiday present on the planet and Avelo is excited to make this dream gift [...]

Source: Allegiant Allegiant announced a five-year collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Inc., selecting AWS as its Preferred Cloud Provider. With its unique-to-industry focus on leisure travel, providing affordable, nonstop flights to premier vacation destinations, Allegiant has evolved as an integrated travel company, increasingly offering lodging, rental cars and access to special experiences to customers. Known for a nimble air service model which can add or reduce capacity according to seasonal demand, the Las Vegas-based carrier is in a unique position of growth emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. Working with AWS enables Allegiant to strengthen customer engagement through increased personalization across its digital channels, while affording a more elastic, reliable IT infrastructure with significant development advantages for business units across [...]