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Delta Air Lines announces December quarter and full year 2021 financial results

Source: Delta Air Lines December quarter 2021 GAAP pre-tax loss of $395 million, pre-tax margin of (4.2) percent and loss per share of $0.64 on total operating revenue of $9.5 billion December quarter 2021 adjusted pre-tax income of $170 million, adjusted pre-tax margin of 2.0 percent and adjusted earnings per diluted share of $0.22 on adjusted operating revenue of $8.4 billion Full year 2021 GAAP pre-tax income of $398 million, on total operating revenue of $29.9 billion Full year 2021 adjusted pre-tax loss of $3.4 billion on adjusted operating revenue of $26.7 billion Delta Air Lines reported financial results for the December quarter and full year 2021 and provided its outlook for the March quarter 2022. Highlights of the December [...]

2022-04-04T14:29:03+03:00January 14th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines: Progress on Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Journey

Source: American Airlines Over the past year, we have become more intentional in our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. As leaders, we strive to do and be better, and we are focused on creating a positive and equitable culture for our team members and, in turn, our customers, because we know it makes our company stronger. In 2021, team member feedback helped us deepen our focus on the journey ahead. Importantly, we have set goals for our leaders and are measuring progress regularly because we know what gets measured gets done. Our success will help make our culture a competitive advantage. Over the course of hundreds of listening sessions, we’ve heard concerns and taken action on a range of issues [...]

2022-01-14T11:44:57+02:00January 13th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

TAP will close Maintenance and Engineering operations in Brazil

Source: TAP As part of the restructuring plan approved by the European Commission on 21 December 2021, the TAP Group has decided to close down the operations of TAP Manutenção e Engenharia Brasil S.A. ("TAP ME"). The measure, however, does not interfere with the Company's passenger air transport operations in the country, its main overseas market. Brazil represents between 25% and 30% of the revenue of the Company, which continues to increase its offer in that market, with a presence in 11 capital cities and expectations of expansion of the number of weekly flights. The liquidation process of TAP ME, will proceed as follows: Maintenance services relating to aircraft already contracted and/or in progress will be carried out normally, in [...]

2022-01-13T14:41:08+02:00January 13th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Unmatched travel flexibility: Delta extends ticket validity through year-end 2023

Source: Delta Air Lines Effective Jan. 12, all existing eCredit holders will have an additional year of flexibility for rebooking and traveling. Customers will be able to rebook their ticket by December 31, 2023, for travel throughout 2024. Delta is redoubling its efforts to give customers more flexibility in their travel plans with another industry-leading eCredit extension through year-end 2023. Effective Jan. 12, all existing eCredit holders will have an additional year of flexibility for rebooking and traveling. Customers will be able to rebook their ticket by December 31, 2023, for travel throughout 2024. Furthermore, all Delta customers with upcoming 2022 travel or who purchase a ticket in 2022 also have the flexibility to rebook their ticket through December 31, 2023, [...]

2022-01-13T13:16:58+02:00January 13th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Volaris Reports December 2021 Traffic Results: 27% demand growth versus 2019 with an 86% Load Factor

Source: Volaris Volaris, the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, the United States, Central and South America reports itsDecember 2021 preliminary traffic results. In December 2021, passenger demand (RPMs) in the domestic Mexican and international markets for Volaris increased 34.9% and 10.8%, respectively, as compared to December 2019. The Company capitalized on the strong market demand to add capacity (ASMs), both domestically (+35.5%) and internationally (+20.8%), while maintaining a high load factor (85.9%). In December 2021, Volaris transported 2.6 million passengers, 31% higher than the pre-pandemic levels. For the first quarter 2022, the capacity we currently have on sale represents an ASM growth of approximately 3% compared to the fourth quarter of 2021, implying around 53% ASM growth versus the first quarter of [...]

2022-01-17T13:06:15+02:00January 13th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Virgin Atlantic to send 400 careers flying with cabin crew recruitment drive

Source: Virgin Atlantic Today, Virgin Atlantic has opened applications to recruit 400 new cabin crew to take to the skies in the famous red-hot uniform and deliver the airline’s world-renowned customer service. Virgin Atlantic cabin crew are famous for ensuring a safe and memorable in-flight experience for customers – reflecting the adventure that awaits them at their destination. Successful applicants will demonstrate a pioneering spirit, a desire to discover new places and cultures, a positive attitude and a passion for delivering thoughtful experiences to each customer. The roles will be part of an initial 6-month fixed term contract with the view to extend. Virgin Atlantic firmly believes that anyone can take on the world, and as an equal opportunity employer, the airline [...]

2022-01-12T17:36:48+02:00January 12th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

British Airways City Flyer Offers Up New European Routes For Summer 2022

Source: British Airways British Airways is launching four new routes across Europe in time for the summer season.  Operating from London City Airport, customers can now book to fly to Barcelona, Luxembourg, Milan and Thessaloniki – adding to BA CityFlyer’s already extensive network. Flights to all destinations will operate on BA CityFlyer’s Embraer E190 aircraft.  Luxembourg and Milan will take flight on 27 March and both will operate every day of the week.  On 18 June, Thessaloniki will launch, operating once a week on Saturday and on 19 June, Barcelona will operate six times a week – every day apart from Saturday. A limited number of tickets start from the below fares, based on a return ticket in Euro Traveller: [...]

2022-01-12T16:18:45+02:00January 12th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

TAP: 10.000 seats in Madeira and Azores routes for only 59€, round trip

Source: TAP Today TAP launched a promotion of 10.000 seats on the routes of Madeira and the Azores for only 59 euros. This price is valid for round-trip flights, with all taxes included. This campaign, which runs until January 15 and is limited to 10.000 available seats, is valid for trips to be made between January 15 and March 31 and comprises flights on the routes between Lisbon and Porto and Funchal, Ponta Delgada and Terceira. Conditions available here or trips agents.

2022-01-12T13:06:13+02:00January 12th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Letter to United employees from CEO Scott Kirby

Source: United Airlines United Team: Happy New Year - I want to start this message with a thank you. Our frontline teams continue to put in a tremendous effort during what I know is an incredibly challenging and stressful time - the Omicron surge has put a strain on our operation, resulting in customer disruptions during a busy holiday season. I appreciate your professionalism, creativity, and caring approach – it’s really made all the difference in helping us manage the impact on our customers. In addition to impacting our operation and our customers, I also know that Omicron has affected the personal well-being of our United team. We have about 3,000 employees who are currently positive for COVID. Just as [...]

2022-01-12T12:55:26+02:00January 12th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|

Delta ranked No. 1 transportation company on JUST Capital and Forbes’ JUST 100 ranking

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta ranked No. 1 in the transportation industry for the categories of workers and customers, and 38th on the global list of companies. The rankings are based on issues consumers care about most, including fair wages, job creation and accountability. Delta is being recognized as the No. 1 transportation company on The JUST 100: Companies Doing Right By America, which ranks companies on the social issues consumers care about most including fair wages, job creation and accountability. The airline ranked 38th on the global list of companies. “The power of Delta’s brand has always been putting people at the center of everything we do,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “This is a wonderful recognition of the [...]

2022-01-12T12:51:32+02:00January 12th, 2022|AIRLINES, News|