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The WestJet Group says Annyeong-haseyo to South Korea with first flight between Calgary and Seoul

Source: WestJet Nearly sold-out inaugural flight marks the first of 140 flights between Calgary and Seoul this summer WestJet's newest connection soars on strong economic and cultural relations between Canada and South Korea   Amidst great fanfare and esteemed partners and guests, The WestJet Group today launched its first flight to Seoul from its global hub in Calgary, establishing a direct link between Alberta and South Korea. The departure of WestJet flight 86 underscores the airline's commitment to expanding its 787 global hub at YYC Calgary International Airport, fostering greater ties between Alberta's vibrant visitor economy and Asia's robust business and tourism landscape. "Canada and South Korea's decades-long history in mutual support, shared values, and bilateral trade initiatives have set [...]

2024-05-20T17:45:36+03:00May 20th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Significantly Increases Service to Ottawa

Source: Air Canada Up to 30 additional weekly flights for winter season compared to last year Non-stop flights to Calgary and Winnipeg extended to year-round Additional capacity added to Quebec, Halifax and Vancouver More flights to Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, Cancun and Punta Cana for winter 2024 Air Canada announced it is boosting its schedule serving Canada'scapital, Ottawa, by almost 60 per cent with flights to Calgary and Winnipeg now operating year-round, increased flights providing additional capacity to Halifax and Quebec City, and the addition of widebody service to Vancouver. Additional schedule improvements include more flights to popular leisure destinations Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, Cancun and Punta Cana this winter. "Ottawa is an important part of Air Canada's network and [...]

2024-05-20T17:39:51+03:00May 20th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Alaska Airlines launches new nonstop service between Seattle and Toronto 

Source: Alaska Airlines For the first time, we’re linking our home airport and Canada’s largest city; our guestscan also connect on flights with Porter Airlines in Toronto, our newest global partner Starting today, Alaska Airlines is flying our new daily, nonstop flight between our home airport in Seattle and Toronto Pearson International Airport – our newest destination and the sixth Canadian city we now serve. Tickets, with convenient departure and arrival times, are available for purchase at alaskaair.com. Book flights to Toronto In Toronto, guests can enjoy the city’s rich culture or catch a flight from Toronto Pearson with our 30th global airline partner, Porter Airlines, to destinations across Eastern Canada and beyond, including Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Halifax and St. John’s. These Porter [...]

2024-05-17T09:09:48+03:00May 17th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines expands winter schedule with eight new routes to Latin America and the Caribbean

Source: American Airlines American will fly to more destinations in the Dominican Republic than any other airline with the launch of new service to La Romana (LRM) in December. Seven more new routes connecting Charlotte (CLT), New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL) to Latin America and the Caribbean will offer customers expanded access to vibrant destinations. This winter, American will operate more than 2,350 peak weekly flights to more than 95 destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean, more than any other U.S. airline. While summer kicks off, customers can get a head start on planning to get away this winter with more options to visit the Caribbean and Latin America with American Airlines. In winter 2024, American will enhance [...]

2024-05-17T09:21:10+03:00May 17th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Hawaiian Airlines Brings Lei and Aloha to Utah with Inaugural Salt Lake City-Honolulu Service

Source: Hawaiian Airlines The carrier will stand up its colorful 31 Days of Lei pop-up event at City Creek Center on May 18 Hawaiian Airlines has officially arrived in Utah, just in time for summer. Hawaiʻi’s hometown airline has inaugurated daily nonstop service between Salt Lake City (SLC) and Honolulu (HNL) with a festive gate-side celebration, welcoming its first guests with fresh orchid lei, passion-orange-guava (POG) juice, cake, and live music and hula by the Hawaiian Airlines Serenaders. Hawaiian Airlines flight HA84 departs HNL at 6:50 p.m. and arrives at SLC at 5:15 a.m. the following day. The return flight, HA83, departs SLC at 7 a.m. with a 9:55 a.m. arrival at HNL – giving guests ample time to spend at the beach or explore [...]

2024-05-17T08:22:36+03:00May 17th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Traveling well: Delta releases 2023 ESG Report

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta shares their 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report, which shows how the global, values-led airline is creating a safer, more equitable workplace that reflects the communities that it serves while advancing a more sustainable future of travel. Delta’s 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report shares how the global, values-led airline is creating a safer, more equitable workplace that reflects the communities that it serves while advancing a more sustainable future of travel. “In 2023, the people of Delta Air Lines led the industry, strengthening our trusted global brand by consistently delivering operational excellence, unmatched financial performance and the welcoming, caring and elevated service our customers deserve,” said CEO Ed Bastian. “Once again, Delta’s longstanding values of [...]

2024-05-16T09:38:22+03:00May 16th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Caribbean Airlines welcomes you to Puerto Rico starting next July

Source: Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines announced the expansion of its route network with the launch of a new service to San Juan, Puerto Rico, commencing July 14, 2024; subject to approval by the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Authority (TTCAA) and pending approval by the Government of Barbados. This strategic addition sees the airline operating flights three (3) times per week from its base in Trinidad, offering convenient connections via Barbados, to other destinations across the region. Cargo services will also be available on these flights. Caribbean Airlines flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico open for sale from May 2, via the company’s website, Reservations Sales Call Centre, Ticket Offices and Travel Agents. San Juan flight schedule: DAYS STARTING JUL [...]

2024-05-16T10:19:58+03:00May 16th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

The land of Fire and Ice awaits: The WestJet Group inaugurates non-stop service between Calgary and Iceland

Source: WestJet With the departure of the sold-out WestJet Flight 38, WestJet marks its seventh direct connection to Europe from its global hub in Calgary this summer The WestJet Group celebrated the takeoff of its highly anticipated service between Calgary and Reykjavik (Keflavik). The exclusive service, linking the Group's global hub in Calgary to Iceland, not only bolsters the airline's efforts to enhance YYC Calgary International Airport's connectivity but reinforces the city's standing as the best connected mid-sized city in North America. "Iceland offers one of the most geologically diverse and breathtaking landscapes in the world and we are thrilled to provide convenient direct access to Reykjavik as we continue to expand our European network," said Angela Avery, WestJet Group, [...]

2024-05-16T09:23:40+03:00May 16th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

A4A Supports House Passage of 2024 FAA Reauthorization

Source: Airlines for America (A4A) A4A greatly appreciates the work of bipartisan lawmakers for their commitment to securing a long-term reauthorization of the FAA and supports the legislation’s passage in the House this week. We are particularly grateful for the work of House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), as well as Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Garret Graves (R-LA) and Ranking Member Steve Cohen (D-TN) for working collaboratively to pass this legislation critical to the success of the U.S. airline industry and our indispensable network that drives our nation’s economy and global competitiveness. The bill was thoughtfully crafted by the leaders of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee and the Senate Commerce Committee [...]

2024-05-15T20:46:58+03:00May 15th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

US DOT fines Mexico’s Volaris US$300,000 for unlawfully keeping hundreds of passengers on the tarmac for hours

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today fined Volaris Airlines $300,000 for violating federal statutes and the Department’s rule prohibiting tarmac delays of four hours or more on international flights without providing passengers an opportunity to deplane. The airline was also ordered to cease and desist from future similar violations. “If an airline passenger is stranded on the tarmac for hours on end, they have the right to disembark from the plane—and we’re making sure airlines give passengers that opportunity,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “This enforcement action reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting consumers and holding airlines accountable.” An extensive investigation by the Department’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (OACP) found that in 2021 and 2022, Volaris [...]

2024-05-15T20:52:38+03:00May 15th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|