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American Airlines empowers customers with new app enhancements

Source: American Airlines American Airlines is making new enhancements to its mobile app to give customers more autonomy when travel doesn’t go as planned, making the disruptions easier to navigate. Customers now get real-time solutions, all in one place and at their fingertips. These updates bring together what customers need during a disruption and let them choose what works best for their journey, right from the American mobile app or aa.com. It’s a smarter, faster and more intuitive way to handle the unexpected, putting control back in the hands of travelers. “We strive to make every customer’s travel as smooth as possible, but we recognize things don’t always go to plan. When that happens, customers deserve transparent information and real-time [...]

2026-01-21T05:13:22+02:00January 21st, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Air France announces new partnership with Apple TV to enhance its in-flight entertainment offer

Source: Air France   Starting this month, Air France is teaming up with award-winning streaming service Apple TV to enhance its in-flight entertainment offer. Over 45 hours of original content including multiple global hit series are now available for all passengers on the airline’s long-haul flights. Customers can also enjoy free access to Apple TV directly via Air France’s new high-speed wifi portal, which is being progressively rolled out across the entire fleet. A prestigious Apple TV catalogue on long-haul flights On all its long-haul flights, Air France now offer exclusive access to a selection of Apple TV programs. During their trip, customers can enjoy some of the most acclaimed original series of the moment, such as Ted Lasso, The [...]

2026-01-21T05:12:42+02:00January 21st, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

International tourist arrivals up 4% in 2025 reflecting strong travel demand around the world

Source: UNWTO The Americas (218 million) recorded 1% growth last year, with mixed results across subregions. After a strong first half of 2025, the region saw small declines in Q3 and Q4, partly due to weak results in the United States. South America (+7%) led results by subregion. Some destinations in the Caribbean (+0%) were affected by Hurricane Melissa in the last quarter of the year. International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew by 4% in 2025, as most destinations worldwide posted solid results. According to the first World Tourism Barometer of the year, an estimated 1.52 billion international tourists were recorded globally in 2025, almost 60 million more than in 2024. These numbers reflect a return to pre-pandemic growth trends, [...]

2026-01-21T05:05:56+02:00January 21st, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

TIACA 2026 Inspirational Leadership Award – Open for Nominations

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is proud to announce the Inspirational Leader Award is officially accepting nominations. The Inspirational Leadership Award recognizes an industry leader whose career and actions have had a lasting and positive impact on air cargo, both through professional achievement and through the ability to inspire others. This award is presented to an individual who demonstrates inspirational leadership, innovation, dedication and commitment to the air cargo and logistics sector, positive impact on society and digitalization and meaningful influence on the growth and development of young talent. The Inspirational Leadership Award reflects TIACA's commitment to recognizing leadership that strengthens the industry today while shaping its future. Nominees may come from any sector of the global air [...]

2026-01-20T19:41:20+02:00January 20th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada Recognized as One of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2026 for the Third Consecutive Year

Source: Air Canada   Air Canada's range of innovative human resources initiatives includes languages training, a buddy system to help young professionals integrate into the organization, and ongoing engagement events throughout the year Air Canada has been named for the third consecutive year, one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026 by Mediacorp. The award affirms the company's strong commitment to fostering meaningful opportunities that help the next generation thrive and build their future leadership potential. "We are very proud of our progressive HR programs, which again have earned Air Canada recognition as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People. We're encouraged to see so many young people choosing careers in the aviation industry! There has never been [...]

2026-01-20T18:27:04+02:00January 20th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

IATA and CFM International Renew Pro-Competitive Agreement on Engine Maintenance

Source: IATA   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the renewal of an agreement with CFM International (CFM) through February 2033, supporting increased competition in the market for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for engines manufactured by CFM, a 50/50 partnership between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines. “Airlines have long struggled with the aftermarket business practices of manufacturers, which have limited competition and resulted in high costs for airlines. These pressures have become even more acute as limited maintenance capacity and aerospace supply chain constraints have driven up costs and grounded aircraft. A recent IATA study estimated that these challenges added $5.7 billion [1] to engine leasing and maintenance costs for airlines in 2025. The renewal of this [...]

2026-01-20T18:23:00+02:00January 20th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

WestJet launches service from Calgary to São Paulo as its 100th non-stop destination from the city

Source: WestJet Flight marks the first non-stop service between Western Canada and South America. New route offers exceptional access to some of the world's most iconic landmarks including the Amazon Rainforest, Patagonia and the Iguaçu Falls. WestJet today announced service to Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) in São Paulo, Brazil, marking the airline's 100th destination from YYC Calgary Airport. As of this fall, WestJet will offer the only non-stop flight between Western Canada and South America, operating three times weekly between Calgary and São Paulo. "Our first flight between Western Canada and South America is the beginning of an exciting chapter in WestJet's Calgary story. From our very first flight in 1996 to 100 non-stop destinations on four continents, this city [...]

2026-01-19T19:04:06+02:00January 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

La Paz weekend getaway: A sun-soaked escape made easy with Alaska Airlines’ L.A. nonstop and Atmos™ Rewards

Source: Alaska Airlines   My job as a travel reporter has me on the road often, as I scout destinations, hotels, and yes, even airlines, for a compelling story. (Is this city the next hotspot? Where should I stay there? Is there a nonstop flight?)  Take La Paz, for instance. This laidback coastal community in Mexico’s Baja California has long been on my radar. The city of 250,000 stands in stark contrast to resort-heavy Cabo San Lucas, located about a two-and-a-half-hour drive away. In fact, there isn’t a single big-box hotel in town. La Paz retains a local feel with boutique accommodations and B&Bs, hole-in-the-wall taco joints, and a gorgeous waterfront promenade. That’s why I was thrilled to hear that [...]

2026-01-19T19:40:43+02:00January 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Unveils New Brand Spot as the 10-Day Countdown to Takeoff for Milano Cortina 2026 Begins

Source: Air Canada Air Canada launches new #FlyTheFlag spot featuring Paralympian Tyler McGregor Airline prepared to transport more than 750 Team Canada athletes and delegates Its people will go above and beyond in taking care of Team Canada as they travel to and from Italy As the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games draw closer, Air Canada released today a new brand spot featuring Team Air Canada Athlete Ambassador Tyler McGregor, captain of Canada's Para ice hockey team, as he prepares for the Games. Entitled Tyler's Walk, the spot tells the story of McGregor's resilience after a life-changing event, bringing to light the obstacles Team Canada athletes must overcome in pursuit of their dreams – and one athlete's [...]

2026-01-19T19:07:21+02:00January 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

CLEAR launches eGates at MIA ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Source: MIA MIA, CLEAR, and TSA officials cut the ribbon for CLEAR’s eGates at MIA.     CLEAR, the secure identity company, launched its biometric eGates at two of Miami International Airport’s busiest passenger screening checkpoints in December, just before the airport’s bustling winter holiday travel season and ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 games. With eGates, CLEAR+ members can verify their identity in under five seconds, bypassing the TSA podium and proceeding directly to physical screening. This innovation represents a significant leap in modernizing security checkpoints with automation – especially critical during the holiday travel rush, as TSA recently recorded its busiest day ever, screening more than 3.1 million travelers. CLEAR’s goal with eGates is simple: help travelers win the day [...]

2026-01-16T19:35:43+02:00January 16th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|