Source: American Airlines New platform and modern design set the foundation for future app upgrades The app’s more intuitive design will help customers navigate their trip planning with ease and is now optimized for a seamless iPad experience. AAdvantage® members will enjoy a dedicated section within the app to provide more visibility into their progress toward status and rewards. A more personalized home screen gives customers a quick glance at near-term travel as well as their standing in the AAdvantage® program. Customers traveling with American Airlines will start to enjoy the airline’s redesigned mobile app as it rolls out through the end of May. The airline is revamping the app to fulfill customers’ most-requested features. A redesigned look and feel [...]

Source: WestJet WestJet Cargo celebrates significant growth in belly cargo business and outlines strategic network shifts and digital initiatives WestJet’s cargo business celebrated a highly successful 2024, marked by growth across multiple fronts. The airline saw a surge in belly cargo demand, expanded its network with new routes and partnerships and embraced digital innovation to enhance the customer experience. “WestJet’s belly cargo business has emerged as a key driver of success for WestJet Cargo, with a 60 per cent year-over-year increase in revenue,” said Kirsten de Bruijn, WestJet Executive Vice President, Cargo. “We’ve seen strong performance on key routes like Narita-Calgary Incheon-Calgary.” While the airline recently confirmed it would eventually phase out its four dedicated freighters, it is committed to [...]

Source: American Airlines American Airlines Group Inc., has announced that its board of directors has nominated Kathryn (Katie) Farmer for election to the company’s board at its upcoming annual meeting of stockholders on June 11, 2025. If elected, Farmer will join the board of directors at that time and will serve on the board’s Finance Committee and Safety Committee. “We are very pleased to nominate Katie to the American Airlines board,” said American’s Chairman Greg Smith. “Katie is a very well-respected leader who will bring significant, relevant and proven senior leadership experience to our company and our boardroom.” Farmer, 55, is president and CEO of BNSF Railway, a position she has held since 2021. She began her career with Burlington [...]

Source: Air Canada Air Canada proudly flies the country's flag around the world, and is a proud supporter of hockey, Canada's national game.  As the official airline to all seven Canadian NHL teams, along with the Toronto Raptors, the Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee and the Professional Women's Hockey League, Air Canada also celebrates the passion of Canadian sports fans through several programs. One unique and heartwarming initiative is the Air Canada Fan Flight awards which initially launched in 2015 to reward deserving young sports fans with once-in-a-lifetime trips to cheer on their favourite team at an away game. The 2024-25 season of Air Canada's Fan Flight program has continued to create more unforgettable experiences for young hockey fans. [...]

Source: American Airlines American Airlines has secured air travel rights for FIFA World Cup 2026™ – across Canada, Mexico and the USA – in partnership with Qatar Airways, who are the Global Airline Partner for FIFA through 2030. American Airlines will support FIFA in delivering a seamless travel experience in North America for players and fans alike. American Airlines AAdvantage® members and Qatar Airways Privilege Club will have access to FIFA World Cup 2026™ match tickets through their redemption programs. FIFA is delighted to welcome American Airlines as the Official North American Airline Supplier of the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Canada, Mexico and the USA, strengthening the tournament’s ties to North America and ensuring world-class travel experiences for fans [...]