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Abra and SKY Airline Announce Preliminary Agreement for Chilean Carrier to Join the Abra Group

Source: Abra Group Abra currently includes operating companies Avianca and Gol, as well as a strategic investment in Wamos Air. The Group spans 140 destinations in more than 25 countries, with a fleet of 300 aircraft, nearly 30,000 employees, and more than 70 million passengers carried annually. This agreement -subject to approval from competition authorities, final documentation, and additional closing conditions- aims to strengthen air connectivity across Latin America and further integrate SKY markets with the region and the world. Under the terms of the agreement, SKY Airline will retain its brand, culture and talent, as is the case today with Avianca, Gol and Wamos Air. During the regulatory approval and closing process, both parties will operate independently, preserving internal [...]

2025-11-11T22:01:00+02:00November 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

TIACA Exceeds 500 Members Milestone

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is proud to announce that it has surpassed 500 members worldwide, marking a major milestone in the association's growth and continued mission to represent and unite all sectors of the global air cargo industry. This achievement reflects TIACA's expanding influence and commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development across the air cargo ecosystem. Members now represent a diverse cross-section of the industry, including airlines, airports, ground handlers, freight forwarders, GSSAs, shippers, logistics providers, technology innovators, drone operators, industry suppliers, and government agencies, from every region of the world. "Reaching over 500 members is a clear sign that the global air cargo community values TIACA's work and believes in our mission," said Glyn Hughes, TIACA Director General. "Our growing [...]

2025-11-11T19:33:18+02:00November 11th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

ACI-LAC Webinar “Behind the Scenes: The Tech Stack Making Airports Smarter and Travel Seamless”

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC is pleased to invite all its members to the upcoming ACI-LAC webinar, organized in collaboration with our World Business Partner Amadeus, titled: Behind the Scenes: The Tech Stack Making Airports Smarter and Travel Seamless Discover how automation, artificial intelligence, and cloud-based platforms are revolutionizing the airport and airline experience across Latin America. In this exclusive webinar led by Gustavo Murad, Head of Airports & Airline Ops LATAM at Amadeus, we'll dive into the transformation of the travel industry, moving from outdated legacy systems to integrated, intelligent ecosystems that truly put the traveler at the center. You'll explore how innovations like Offer-Order, biometric check-in and virtual assistants are not just improving operations, but creating smoother, smarter, and more [...]

2025-11-11T19:44:08+02:00November 11th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Spirit Airlines Marks 10-Year Partnership with Honor Flight by Renewing Commitment in Support of South Florida Veterans

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines is proud to recommit to its longstanding partnership with Honor Flight South Florida, an all-volunteer organization dedicated to honoring veterans in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Since starting the partnership in 2015, Spirit has operated more than 20 honor flights and flown more than 1,000 veterans to visit the memorials in Washington, D.C., built in honor of their brave service. In 2019, Spirit committed to operating four honor flights a year and has continued the cadence ever since, with four honor flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) planned for 2026. “Honor Flight South Florida provides incredibly meaningful experiences for the veterans in our hometown, and we’re honored to continue playing a role in commemorating [...]

2025-11-11T20:13:38+02:00November 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Airlines for America Statement on Senate Closure Vote

Source: Airlines 4 America The following statement is attributable to Airlines for America (A4A): On behalf of every American traveler and shipper, Airlines for America is grateful that the Senate is considering a bipartisan agreement to reopen the federal government and pay the essential air traffic controllers, TSA and CBP officers for the essential work they do every day. At a time of record air travel and increased reliance on cargo shipments, it is more important than ever to ensure that our nation’s airspace is safe, reliable and open. Now that the continuing resolution (CR)/minibus package has been offered, we strongly encourage the Senate to pass it swiftly and send it to the House with urgency. About Airlines 4 America Airlines [...]

2025-11-11T20:19:26+02:00November 11th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Aruba Airports Announced the Winners of “Win Your Way to Happiness Campaign”

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is proud to announce that the winners of its successful “Win Your Way to Happiness” campaign have been drawn, which ran from July through October 2025. The campaign, designed to elevate the travel experience and reward passengers for shopping and dining at Queen Beatrix International Airport, received an enthusiastic response from both locals and visitors. Throughout the campaign period, travelers who spent $30 or more at participating airport stores or food & beverage outlets earned entry tickets for a chance to win exciting prizes. AAA held the official prize draw ceremony in the presence of a notary in the airport’s main concession area, with concession partners and members of the local press [...]

2025-11-11T20:22:26+02:00November 11th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|

Twelve billion passengers by 2050: ICAO TRIP Symposium advances seamless mobility

Source: ICAO How will the global travel system develop the capacity at airports and borders to safely and comfortably accommodate the three-fold increase in passenger volumes over the coming quarter century? No fewer than 12.4 billion passengers are expected to fly in 2050. Focused on building trust in travel documents, advancing digital transformation, and developing future borders using technology and cooperation, the 20th ICAO TRIP Symposium (TRIP 2025) gave the Organization an exceptional opportunity to lead the way forward. With ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano and Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar having successfully set the stage for constructive deliberation, discussions at TRIP 2025 revealed how secure travel depends on strong civil registries, reliable enrolment, and document issuance. The importance of global standards and interoperability was emphasized, with digital technologies opening new possibilities for identity management. Policy alignment and collaboration between governments, organizations, and industry were [...]

2025-11-10T17:51:08+02:00November 10th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Embraer Commissions Solar Installation At Executive Jets Headquarters, Expands Use Of Renewable Energy Across Florida

Source: Embraer Solar installation, through FPL SolarVantage program, features over 1,900 panels with a capacity to supply up to 1,800 MWh/year Expansion of sustainability commitment includes participation in FPL’s SolarTogether program for additional Embraer facilities in Florida Embracer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, announced today the activation of its largest global solar energy generation project, located at the company’s Executive Jets headquarters in Melbourne, Florida. Working with Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), through its FPL SolarVantage program, the installation marks a major milestone toward Embraer’s goal of operating with 100% renewable energy across all global sites by 2030. The solar installation includes more than 1,900 panels and is the first at an Embraer U.S. facility designed to [...]

2025-11-10T18:09:12+02:00November 10th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Delta’s latest travel experience, unpacked

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta is introducing Delta Comfort Basic, a new travel experience on sale today in very select markets for travel on or after Nov. 19. This new offering is designed to give customers more choice – allowing them to tailor their journey based on what matters most to them, whether it’s comfort, value or convenience. On sale today for travel on or after Nov. 19, Delta is adding a “Basic” experience to the Delta Comfort product in very select markets. Read the Q&A below for more on Delta Comfort Basic and how it compares to other travel experiences on Delta. Q: What is Delta Comfort Basic? A: Delta Comfort Basic is a new travel experience within the [...]

2025-11-10T18:00:13+02:00November 10th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Boeing Breaks Ground on 787 Site Expansion

Source: Boeing Expanded footprint to support future 787 production increases as global demand grows. Project to support 1,000 new jobs and more than $1 billion in investments. Boeing has marked the groundbreaking of its Boeing South Carolina (BSC) site expansion. Home of the 787 Dreamliner program, BSC is set to increase production to a rate of 10 airplanes per month in 2026. The new expansion will allow the site to support higher 787 production rates given strong market demand. In late 2024, Boeing announced plans to expand and upgrade its site near Charleston International Airport and a second campus. The company is investing more than $1 billion in this infrastructure program and plans to create more than 1,000 new jobs [...]

2025-11-10T18:09:47+02:00November 10th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|