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Engineering a career of safety, reliability and leadership

Source: American Airlines Stacy Morrissey, American Airlines Vice President of Engineering and Quality, is the 2026 Airlines for America Nuts and Bolts Award airline recipient. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding service and achievements in the engineering or maintenance fields within the commercial aviation industry. Morrissey joins a legacy of American Airlines Nuts and Bolts Award recipients, including Ken MacTiernan, the first active aviation maintenance technician to receive the award and David Seymour, American’s Chief Operating Officer. At a surprise ceremony at the Robert L. Crandall Campus, Stacy Morrissey, American Airlines Vice President of Engineering and Quality, was announced as the 2026 Airlines for America (A4A) Nuts and Bolts Award airline recipient. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding [...]

2026-02-23T08:29:11+02:00February 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

United Gives MileagePlus Credit Cardholders More Miles, Exclusive Flight Discounts

Source: United Airlines MileagePlus members with a credit, debit or Chase co-branded card can soon earn up to twice as many miles for United flights as non-cardholders, get at least 10% off award tickets and access to exclusive Saver Award fares United now offers its most loyal members who have a United card some of the richest rewards among airline or travel credit card programs United Airlines is giving travelers three new reasons to hold and use a United MileagePlus® credit or debit card: the ability to earn up to twice as many miles as non-cardholders, at least 10% off United award tickets and access to special inventory of its lowest-priced award seats. Starting with tickets purchased on or after [...]

2026-02-23T08:48:04+02:00February 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Expands Travel Options to Türkiye Through New Partnership with Pegasus Airlines

Source: Air Canada New interline partnership unlocks convenient connections to Istanbul and Izmir Air Canada customers gain access to nine routes operated by Pegasus Airlines Both airlines intend to deepen the partnership with codeshare and loyalty agreements Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines announced today a new partnership that will give travellers more convenient access to Türkiye’s most in-demand destinations. Through a new interline agreement, Air Canada customers will be able to book travel on nine Pegasus-operated routes, offering smooth connections via major European gateways to Istanbul and the Aegean coastal city of Izmir. The partnership strengthens Air Canada’s connectivity to a dynamic market, providing customers with greater choice and flexibility. “Air Canada’s strategy is built on connecting people, markets and [...]

2026-02-23T08:39:23+02:00February 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Customers save time and money when prepaying for checked bags at American

Source: American Airlines American Airlines is making it easier for customers to save a little time and money when they need to check luggage. The airline recently rolled out a series of digital enhancements to make the process easier and expand self-service luggage options. “Any time we can make the travel experience streamlined and more convenient before arriving at the airport is a win for our customers,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer. “We continue to update our digital channels to provide our customers with even more self-service options.” New digital features give customers more self-service bag options In the past few weeks, American has updated aa.com and its mobile app to give customers more control over their trip, [...]

2026-02-19T07:05:10+02:00February 20th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

VINCI Airports strengthens transatlantic connectivity with new Monterrey-Paris route starting next April

Source: VINCI Airports VINCI Airports is strengthening transatlantic connectivity with the launch of a new direct route between Monterrey International Airport, part of its network, and Paris. Operated by Aeroméxico, the service will start on April 13, 2026, improving long-haul connectivity between northern Mexico and Europe. The new Monterrey-Paris route will operate three times a week using Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, offering direct access to the French capital for both leisure and business travellers and supporting tourism, economic exchanges and international mobility. This new service reinforces Monterrey International Airport’s position as the leading air hub in northern Mexico and reflects VINCI Airports’ strategy to support the development of long-haul routes that enhance the international reach of the airports in its [...]

2026-02-19T06:35:09+02:00February 20th, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Applications open for new partners in the TAP Donate Miles Programme

Source: TAP Non-profits are eligible to apply for the “Causes with Wings” Programme until 28 February. TAP Air Portugal announces it is accepting applications for the selection of three new partners for the TAP Donate Miles “Causes with Wings” Programme for the three years 2026-2028, to join the current six partners. This corporate social responsibility initiative, which has been part of the TAP Miles&Go Programme since 2007, allows Customers to donate miles to non-profit organisations. These organisations can then convert the miles into air tickets used for their charitable causes. TAP Donate Miles allows partner organisations to use donated miles to support humanitarian, social, and development missions in Portugal and other countries within the TAP destination network, thereby expanding the [...]

2026-02-18T10:54:19+02:00February 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Airlines Call for Annual 4.9% Reduction in Spanish Airport Charges

Source: IATA   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) called for an annual reduction of 4.9% (excluding inflation) in Spanish airport charges over the next five years (2027–2031), a level compatible with maintaining an airport investment plan of nearly €10 billion over the same period, and enhancing Spain’s economic competitiveness. AENA, the operator of most airports in Spain, has proposed an annual increase of 3.8% (excluding inflation) for the five-year period covered by the Third Airport Regulation Document (DORA III). Airlines reject this proposal, citing AENA’s consistent underestimation of traffic growth and the excessive regulated returns it has earned during previous regulatory periods. Between 2017 and 2025, excluding the two pandemic years, actual passenger [...]

2026-02-18T12:36:59+02:00February 19th, 2026|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada Expands its Mexico Presence with New Montreal-Guadalajara Route and 18% More Capacity this Summer to Sought After Destinations, Supporting Canada’s Trade Diversification

Source: Air Canada   New year-round flights to Guadalajara from Montréal starts June 2026 Montréal-Cancún increases to 11 weekly flights Toronto-Monterrey increases to 4 weekly flights Vancouver-Mexico City increases to 11 weekly flights Vancouver-Puerto Vallarta increases to 2 weekly flights Air Canada today announced it is strategically expanding its summer schedule to Mexico with 18 per cent more seat capacity over last summer. While Canada and Mexico are deepening ties, the airline is further strengthening its schedule to Mexico to support growing travel to and from Mexico. Highlights of Air Canada's Mexican network growth include the addition of new, year-round flights from Montréal to Guadalajara, as well as increased frequencies to Cancún, Monterrey, Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta, four in-demand [...]

2026-02-18T13:28:10+02:00February 18th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Delta’s largest Hawaii schedule: MSP–Maui launches, BOS–Honolulu returns

Source: Delta Air Lines The expanded winter lineup offers new MSP–Maui service, BOS–Honolulu returns, added flying from ATL, DTW and JFK, an earlier Kona launch from SLC and aircraft enhancements.  Next winter, getting to Hawaii will be a breeze with more options than ever for Delta customers. Delta is growing its island network with the launch of Minneapolis–St. Paul to Maui and the return of Boston to Honolulu beginning Dec. 19, 2026, complemented by expanded flying and aircraft upgrades across its existing Hawaii routes as part of the airline’s most robust seasonal schedule to date. “Hawaii plays an important role in our long-haul leisure network,” said Amy Martin, Vice President of Network Planning – Delta Air Lines. “This expansion strengthens [...]

2026-02-18T12:59:00+02:00February 18th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet and Virgin Atlantic expand loyalty benefits, unlocking more rewards and connectivity for travellers

Source: WestJet Members can earn and redeem WestJet Rewards on codeshare flights with Virgin Atlantic via London-Heathrowto the United Arab Emirates, The Maldives and South Africa. WestJet and Virgin Atlantic have joined forces to deliver more value to their loyalty members. Beginning today, WestJet Rewards and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club members can earn points with their preferred loyalty program on each other's entire network including VS-WS codeshare flights. The update to the partnership is particularly meaningful for WestJet guests travelling on Virgin Atlantic's Toronto (YYZ) - London (LHR) route, which serves as a popular bridge for thousands of Canadians that connect through Toronto Pearson to reach Virgin Atlantic's primary hub at London Heathrow. "Strengthening ties with a world-class airline like [...]

2026-02-18T13:27:30+02:00February 18th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|