Source: Sunwing Plus, agents and customers will find relevant COVID-19 content on destination, hotel and Travel Requirements landing pages Sunwing is making it as easy as possible for agents and customers to navigate the new world of travel with more flexibility, insurance options and relevant content than ever before. Sunwing is offering the ability for customers to change their plans anytime with no fees along with free COVID-19 medical coverage on most all inclusive vacation packages. To help Canadians get back to paradise, the tour operator is also offering savings of up to 45% on popular vacation packages during their Yes You Can sale. In addition, Sunwing has launched a dedicated Travel Requirements landing page on Sunwing.ca which takes the [...]

Source: Porter Airlines This week marks 15 years since Porter Airlines first introduced its refined flying experience to all travellers. Headquartered at Billy Bishop Airport in downtown Toronto, Porter emphasizes speed, convenience and service, including complimentary wine and beer served in glassware for all passengers. Porter has elevated the flying experience, appealing to business and leisure flyers alike, while providing competitive and affordable travel options. In 2020, Porter temporarily suspended operations due to COVID-19 and resumed flights on September 8, 2021. Now flying to all of its year-round destinations, Porter is focused on restoring the airline’s high-frequency service as the industry continues to recover. Today, approximately 88% of team members have been recalled to work. “The pandemic reminds us of [...]

Source: Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines Co. (the “Company") Gary Kelly, Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award through 3BL Media's Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. The Responsible CEO Awards recognize corporate executives who demonstrate responsible leadership in executing on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments. “Southwest Airlines has long believed in 'doing well by doing good,' and we're focused on being a responsible global citizen. Gary's dedication to doing the right thing for our People, through our Performance, and in service to the Planet has driven this commitment," Bob Jordan, Executive Vice President and Incoming Chief Executive Officer. “For more than three decades, Gary has led with Heart, and it's terrific to see him [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines New facial recognition-enabled experience in Atlanta provides hands- and device-free convenience for travelers from curb to gate. Traveling through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will be even easier for Delta customers enrolled in TSA PreCheck starting next month with the expansion of new facial recognition capabilities and the opening of the first-ever Delta-TSA PreCheck® express lobby and bag drop. Customers with both the Fly Delta app and a TSA PreCheck membership will soon be able to visit a new dedicated bag drop lobby on the lower level of Atlanta’s Domestic South Terminal, pass through the security checkpoint, and board their plane at the gate using only their "digital identity" (made up of a customer’s SkyMiles Member number, passport number and Known [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA) (the “Company”), parent company of Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. (“Hawaiian”), today reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2021. Third Quarter 2021 - Key Financial Metrics     GAAP   YoY Change   Adjusted   YoY Change Net Income (Loss)   $14.7M   $111.8M   $(48.7)M   $124.0M Diluted EPS   $0.28   $2.39   $(0.95)   $2.81 Pre-tax Margin   3.8%   +192.8 pts.   (12.0)%   +309.4 pts. "While our third quarter results were affected by the resurgence of COVID-19 cases associated with the Delta variant, momentum had moved in a positive direction by the end of the quarter, and we remain absolutely confident in our long-term prospects as [...]

Source: United Airlines United now making 32 trips per day between NYC-area and D.C., a 78% increase and the most flights of any airline All United's flights from NYC will now be operated by dual class aircraft, including the new 737 MAX-8 and CRJ-550 jet - the world's first 50-seat regional jet with first-class seats and amenities - Over 7,000 premium seats daily United Airlines is making travel between New York City and Washington D.C. easier and more convenient, announcing today it will launch new nearly hourly shuttle service between New York/Newark Liberty International Airport and Reagan National Airport on Oct. 31, and is adding five new flights between LaGuardia Airport and Washington Dulles Airport. In total, United will operate [...]

Source: American Airlines American is eliminating complicated elite qualifying metrics, introducing Loyalty Points where one qualifying AAdvantage® mile earned equals one Loyalty Point. In a newly redesigned loyalty program, AAdvantage members can earn status by flying, using an AAdvantage credit card or spending with an AAdvantage partner. Members can unlock Loyalty Choice Rewards when they earn Platinum Pro status or higher and fly at least 30 flights on American or qualifying partner airlines. American Airlines is redesigning its award-winning AAdvantage® loyalty program, ridding it of complicated elite qualifying metrics for an easy-to-understand point system that provides multiple ways to earn status. In 2022, AAdvantage members can earn status by flying, using an AAdvantage credit card for purchases or spending with [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines Hockey is back in Seattle! And what better way to celly than a custom plane? Today, we’re releasing the Kraken with one our special aircraft, which will fly on routes to the team’s away games in cities we serve. As the official airline of the Kraken, we can’t wait for the first puck drop at Climate Pledge Arena, where our community and guests will get to enjoy the Alaska Airlines Atrium, which will serve as the main entrance for all events at the Climate Pledge Arena. The plane is just the beginning of a long-term major partnership between us and our new hometown NHL team. See some of the perks we’re offering guests and more below! “As the official airline and [...]