Source: Iberia This intermodal product allows travelers to combine Alsa bus journeys to/from 25 Spanish cities to/from Madrid Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4) with Iberia’s international flights to over 90 destinations—all in a single ticket. The bus stations in the new cities now have their own IATA codes: LRN (Coruña), LCU (Lugo), PAI (Palencia), TVE (Torrelavega), and CXG (Cartagena) Cartagena is now closer than ever to Tokyo. And Lugo to Boston. And Palencia to São Paulo. Starting this month, Iberia and Alsa are expanding their intermodal Bus&Fly product, which allows passengers to combine bus and air travel in a single ticket from various Spanish cities to Terminal 4 (T4) at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, making it easier to connect with Iberia’s [...]

Source: American Airlines American Airlines is diving headfirst into summer with an electrifying inflight entertainment lineup, headlined by exclusive early access to one of Shark Week’s most jaw-dropping episodes: “Battle for Shark Mountain.” Starting July 1, customers flying with American can be the very first to witness the epic underwater showdown, where 5,000 giant trevally turn the tide against a swarm of apex predators off the coast of Mozambique. It’s part feeding frenzy, part battle royale — and all adrenaline that can be enjoyed at 35,000 feet. This sneak peek is just the beginning. American is bringing Shark Week on board in a big way, with curated content packed with high-stakes action, underwater thrill-seekers and bite-sized drama that will leave [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Growing up, did you ever dream of becoming a pilot, a flight attendant or an engineer? Over the weekend, Hawaiian Airlines hosted a group of rising eighth-grade girls from schools across Oʻahu to give them a behind-the-scenes look at unique and exciting career paths right in their hometown. In partnership with the Hawaiʻi Department of Education, 40 local students excelling in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies were invited to our Honolulu headquarters to participate in the day’s events. Employee career ambassadors — including pilots, material planners and engineers — shared their stories, answered questions and led the youth through hands-on STEM activities, such as a tour of our maintenance hangar, a wire-splicing exercise with engineering and a trial [...]

Source: Westjet WestJet guests to gain single-connection access to multiple points in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the first time WestJet announced a new interline partnership agreement with Saudia, significantly enhancing global connectivity across both carriers' networks. The agreement includes single-connection access to Jeddah via Toronto Pearson as well as both Jeddah and Riyadh from London Heathrow and Paris Charles-de-Gaulle. "An interline partnership with Saudia marks a major step forward in expanding global connectivity for our guests," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "This agreement not only provides WestJet guests with seamless single-connection access to Saudia's extensive global network but also strengthens inbound tourism and business links. Together, WestJet and Saudia are creating more convenient [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta is deepening its investment in Seattle with the announcement of new nonstop service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Barcelona and Rome, alongside the debut of two new premier lounges at SEA: a luxurious Delta One Lounge and a sophisticated Delta Sky Club. Complementing these enhancements, Delta has secured priority access to 18 gates across Concourses A and B—streamlining operations and ensuring a more seamless, elevated experience for travelers from check-in to takeoff. “Delta’s commitment runs deep in Seattle, from our people on the ground to our global ambitions in the skies,” said Glen Hauenstein, President of Delta Air Lines. “With new international service and the opening of our Delta One Lounge, we’re investing in [...]

Source: Iberia The initiative is aimed at girls between the ages of 14 and 18. Participants experienced an immersive day in the world of commercial aviation and aircraft maintenance, with visits to flight simulators, the Engine and Component Workshops, the Test Bench, and Hangar 6. Iberia has held a new edition of “Quiero Ser,” its program designed to spark interest in aviation careers among young women, in collaboration with CAE and Technovation Girls. In this fourth edition, 35 participants aged 14 to 18 had the opportunity to explore the world of commercial aviation and aircraft maintenance up close, gaining first-hand insight into the daily work of a pilot, an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT), or an engineer. During the day, the [...]