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Viva Aerobus Selects Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engines to Power 90 More Airbus A321neo Aircraft

Source: Pratt & Whitney Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced today that Viva Aerobus has selected GTF engines to power an additional 90 Airbus A321neo firm aircraft orders, the first of which is expected to be delivered in 2027. Having previously ordered 65 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft, the airline has now committed to 155 aircraft with GTF engines. Pratt & Whitney and Viva Aerobus have also extended their EngineWise® Maintenance long-term agreement to cover the maintenance needs of the entire GTF-powered fleet. "As we continue to grow and renew our fleet, we need the best engine technology, with lower operating costs and fuel efficiency," said Juan Carlos Zuazua, CEO of Viva Aerobus. "At Viva Aerobus our mission is not [...]

2023-07-07T14:20:26+03:00July 7th, 2023|AIRLINES, News, SUPPLIERS, Uncategorized|

Avianca is cataloged as one of the best airlines in Latin America for its climate change management

Source: Avianca During 2022, Avianca reported its climate change management in the Carbon Disclosure Project, a non-profit organization that helps companies and cities to disclose their climate change management, being ranked as one of the best airlines in Latin America and obtaining a "B" rating, one of the highest scores. In addition, through the alliance with the CHOOSE platform, Avianca's customers and employees now have a tool that allows them to directly compensate for the footprint of their flights. The company offset 735,000 tons of CO2 corresponding to 90% of the emissions generated by its domestic operation in Colombia during 2022. Additionally, the airline announced today that it received its ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System re-certification for its administrative buildings [...]

2023-07-07T14:38:16+03:00July 7th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Viva Aerobus signs MoU for 90 A321neo

Source: Airbus Mexican ultra-low-cost airline Viva Aerobus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 90 A321neo aircraft to drive its international and domestic growth. This MoU would bring the airline's order book to 170 A320 Family aircraft. “These 90 A321neo 240-seater aircraft will allow us to grow and renew our fleet and remain the youngest in Latin America. The technology and operational efficiency of the A321neos will improve our operational reliability, on-time performance, and provide an unmatched passenger experience. Additionally, we expect to drive further cost-savings which will reflect in lower airfares and strengthen one of our most important advantages: having the lowest cost in the Americas. The fuel-efficiency and noise reduction that the A321neo provides will advance our [...]

2023-07-06T21:55:55+03:00July 6th, 2023|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News, Uncategorized|

Iberia becomes an official sponsor of LALIGA in Latin America

Source: Iberia The airline and LALIGA are major Spanish organizations that will bring the best of Spanish culture and entertainment to Latin America With this sponsorship, soccer fans in Latin America will be able to enjoy exclusive experiences with Iberia LALIGA and Iberia have reached a sponsorship agreement for the airline to become an official sponsor of the Spanish competition starting on the 23/24 season. Both are Spanish companies that will bring the best of entertainment, culture, and fun to thousands of fans in Latin America, an important region both organizations. The sponsorship between Iberia and LALIGA, will bring different kind of activations, events, and content for fans in LATAM. These actions have the goal to celebrate the Spanish soccer [...]

2023-07-06T20:57:32+03:00July 6th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

TAP Stopover elected best programme by Global Traveler

Source: TAP TAP’s Air Portugal Stopover is mainly aimed at the Company's long-haul markets, namely the Brazilian and North American markets, but is available in all markets where TAP operates For the fifth time in a row, TAP's Stopover programme has been voted the best stopover programme by Global Traveler at the Leisure Lifestyle Awards, presented in Philadelphia. The prize was awarded after a consultation with over 550,000 readers between 22nd December 2022 and 1st of April 2023. Francis Gallagher, publisher and group CEO of FXExpress, says its users "know the best of the best in the travel industry, and this winners’ list is perfectly timed for the kick-off to summer travel. Congratulations, winners - these accolades are well-deserved." TAP's [...]

2023-07-05T16:00:38+03:00July 5th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet to serve as Canada’s gateway to world-renowned shore diving destination, Bonaire

Source: WestJet Airline brings increased capacity to warm weather destinations with announcement new non-stop service from Toronto to idyllic Caribbean island WestJet today announced the addition of the beautiful island of Bonaire to its Caribbean destinations with non-stop seasonal service from Toronto. Starting December 12, 2023, WestJet will offer flights once per week between Canada's Queen City and the stunning Dutch Caribbean island.   Today's announcement marks a significant milestone for both the airline and City of Toronto with WestJet serving as the only carrier providing scheduled non-stop lift to the island of Bonaire. The addition of Bonaire to WestJet's growing network reaffirms the airline's commitment to bolstering its presence in Eastern Canada through connectivity to popular sun and leisure [...]

2023-07-04T20:37:05+03:00July 4th, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Caribbean Airlines improves connectivity in the Eastern Caribbean

Source: Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines unveils its exciting expansion into the Eastern Caribbean. Starting July 24,  the airline will add new non-stop services between Barbados and St. Vincent, as well as St. Lucia. Additionally, there will be increased capacity to Dominica and Grenada, strengthening the carrier’s commitment to the region's connectivity. The Barbados to St. Vincent route has been increased to 7 weekly services, in addition to 4 new weekly flights between Barbados and St. Lucia. Direct St. Lucia to St. Vincent return flights will operate on Thursdays, making island-hopping a breeze. See table below: FROM TO CURRENT FLIGHTS ADDITIONAL FLIGHTS EFFECTIVE START DATE TOTAL NUMBER OF FLIGHTS BARBADOS ST. VINCENT TUE/THUR/SUN MON/THUR/FRI/SAT 24-JUL 7X WEEKLY GRENADA WED/THUR/SAT MON/TUE/FRI/SAT 24-JUL [...]

2023-07-03T20:58:59+03:00July 3rd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Delta’s investment in Salt Lake City grows with new pilot training facility

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta broke ground on a new pilot training facility in its key Mountain West hub, Salt Lake City. The SLC training facility will complement Delta’s Atlanta training facility, which has 34 full flight sims, plus 13 Flight Training Devices (FTDs) and 20 Procedure Trainers (PTs). Located next to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), this 47,000-square-foot facility marks the next chapter of Delta’s investment in its 5,400 employees and customers in Utah. This is Delta’s first significant training facility investment outside of its Atlanta headquarters, which opened its first pilot training facility in 1968. Delta's SLC Pilot Training Facility signifies its ongoing investment in a vital network hub, supporting operational growth and expansion. “This state-of-the-art training [...]

2023-07-03T20:38:21+03:00July 3rd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

ITA Airways launches new San Francisco – Rome nonstop flight

Source: ITA Airways ITA Airways launched its nonstop service between San Francisco and Rome. The inaugural flight, AZ 641connecting the two cities departed on July 1 at 3:15 p.m. from San Francisco International airport and was operated with an Airbus A350, ITA Airways' flagship aircraft. To celebrate the launch of the new intercontinental route between North America and Italy, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the departure gate in San Francisco, in the presence of Emiliana Limosani, Chief Commercial Officer ITA Airways and CEO Volare, Pierfrancesco Carino, Vice President International Sales ITA Airways, Massimo Allegri, Regional Manager Americas ITA Airways, Kevin Bumen, Chief Financial and Commercial Officer San Francisco International Airport, Sergio Strozzi, Consul General of Italy in San Francisco. "The new connection to San Francisco further enriches the [...]

2023-07-03T20:38:56+03:00July 3rd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|

Norse Atlantic Airways Celebrates Inaugural Flights to Los Angeles and San Francisco from London

Source: Norse Atlantic Airways Norse Atlantic Airways, the pioneering low-cost long-haul airline, celebrated two inaugural flights on 30th June and 1st July respectively with the launch of services to Los Angeles and San Francisco from London. These new direct routes provide an affordable and convenient travel option for passengers seeking to explore the vibrant cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco from the United Kingdom. “Los Angeles and San Francisco have now become the fifth and sixth destinations to the US from our London base. With the addition of these two destinations Norse Atlantic is now the largest long haul operator to the US from London Gatwick. We are proud to offer an affordable and convenient way to explore these two iconic [...]

2023-07-03T20:15:02+03:00July 3rd, 2023|AIRLINES, News|