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More Points, More Places: JetBlue Adds Loyalty Benefits to Condor Partnership

Source: JetBlue JetBlue TrueBlue® members now fly further through new point earning and redemption opportunities with Condor JetBlue and Condor have announced an expansion of their existing partnership to bring even more value and flexibility to travelers. Effective immediately, members of JetBlue’s TrueBlue loyalty program can earn and redeem points on flights operated by Condor, one of Europe’s most trusted leisure airlines. “Expanding our loyalty partnerships is a key part of how we deliver greater value to our customers,” said Edward Pouthier, vice president of loyalty and personalization, JetBlue. “Through our collaboration with Condor, TrueBlue members now have more ways to turn their loyalty into meaningful travel experiences. We’re proud to continue growing the TrueBlue program in ways that meet [...]

2025-08-27T23:34:21+03:00August 28th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines named an Official Airline Partner of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC

Source: American Airlines Airline strengthens local ties in hub city with high-impact, multiyear sports sponsorship American Airlines, which operates its second-largest hub at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), announced a multiyear partnership with the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC. This collaboration establishes American as an Official Airline Partner of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC and includes exclusive travel benefits and experiences for customers. It also includes promotion of the airline during football games and soccer matches at Bank of America Stadium. As a proud partner of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC, American is bringing fans and members of its award-winning AAdvantage® loyalty program closer to the action with unique gameday and matchday experiences. Through the partnership, AAdvantage® members [...]

2025-08-28T20:56:50+03:00August 28th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Commits to Being the #1 Low Fare Carrier in the Top 20 U.S. Metros and

Source: Frontier Airlines Introducing New Routes from Fort Lauderdale, Detroit, Baltimore, Houston, Charlotte, and Dallas — with Fares from $29* and Further Growth Expected in 2026 as Industry Capacity Adjusts New service from Baltimore and Detroit to Cancun and Guatemala City will start next November, and from Houston to San Pedro Sula and San Salvador, next December. Frontier Airlines, America's Low Fare Airline, has announced it is committing to being the number one low-fare carrier in the top 20 U.S. metro areas. As part of this commitment, Frontier is adding 20 new routes from Detroit, Houston, Baltimore, Fort Lauderdale, Charlotte, and Dallas with fares starting from just $29.* With additional fleet and route expansion on tap for 2026, along with [...]

2025-08-27T19:11:38+03:00August 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Korean Air Commits to Record Purchase of 103 Boeing Jets to Modernize Fleet

Source: Boeing South Korea's flag carrier intends to buy 777-9s, 787-10s, 737-10s and 777-8 Freighters to optimize fuel-efficiency across global network Commitment will be the largest for the airline, adding to its March 2025 order for 40 Boeing widebody jets Boeing and Korean Air announced today the airline's intent to purchase 103 of Boeing's fuel-efficient family of airplanes to modernize its fleet and support the carrier's growth as it fully integrates operations with Asiana Airlines over the next several years. Korean Air's commitment will be the airline's largest-ever order and Boeing's largest widebody order from an Asian carrier. When finalized, the deal will mark Korean Air's first order for the 777-8F and will support an estimated 135,000 jobs across the [...]

2025-08-27T19:19:10+03:00August 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, MANUFACTURERS, News|

SkyMiles Members choose Delta’s newest island destination

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta debuts its first-ever Route Race to choose which European destination joins Delta’s summer 2026 schedule. SkyMiles Members can vote in the app until Friday, Aug. 29. Throughout this week, in Delta’s first-ever Route Race, where SkyMiles Members and Delta people will decide which European destination joins the map for Summer 2026. This will allow customers and employees alike to help shape Delta's network in a way no airline has done before. Flying to 300+ destinations and still growing, Delta continues to expand its global network to connect travelers with the world’s most sought-after cities. This summer, the airline operated its largest-ever transatlantic schedule, including the launch of Catania, Italy, Delta’s first nonstop to Sicily. Now, [...]

2025-08-27T19:31:02+03:00August 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Emirates returns as Official Airline Partner at US Open for 14th consecutive year

Source: Emirates Emirates returns as the Official Airline of the US Open Grand Slam® tournament for the 14th consecutive year, reinforcing its commitment to world-class tennis and exceptional fan experiences. This year, the airline will be enhancing fan experiences on and off the court with its premium hospitality experiences, interactive activations, curated onboard menus and entertainment, and community outreach via Emirates' 'Force for Good' initiative. Fans can look forward to an action-packed tournament featuring exciting moments which include: From this week and until 7th September, Emirates will once again open its doors to its signature 1,358-square-foot luxury hospitality suite at Arthur Ashe Stadium. As one of the largest and most sought-after venues at the tournament, the suite provides unparalleled court views [...]

2025-08-26T01:08:16+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|

WestJet Pilots Union Elects New Leadership Team

Source: ALPA The WestJet Master Executive Council (MEC), represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), voted to elect a full slate of MEC officers to begin a two-year term on September 7, 2025. The following pilots were all re-elected to lead WestJet’s 2,350 unionized pilots: Capt. Bernard Lewall, MEC Chair Capt. Chris Vaughan-Jones, MEC Vice Chair First Officer Vignesh Sridhar, MEC Secretary-Treasurer “As we look towards negotiating our next collective agreement, I look forward to taking our strengths as a unified pilot group and giving it direction,” said re-elected chair Capt. Bernard Lewall. “The more unity we have, the more powerful we become!” “I am proud to continue in my position as vice chair, where I can represent [...]

2025-08-25T19:52:10+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Alaska Airlines launches ID verification at automated bag drop units in Seattle and Portland

Source: Alaska Airlines Our Automated Bag Drop Units in Seattle and Portland now give you the option to verify your identity without asistance. As of this month, guests can also enjoy additional Automated Bag Drops and Bag Tag stations at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. One year ago, we launched our automated bag drop technology in San Francisco, Portland, and Seattle. Now, in Seattle and Portland, you have the option to verify your identity right at our Automated Bag Drop units. At Alaska and Hawaiian, we are passionate about ensuring your travel experience is as seamless as possible. It’s why we launched tools like our electronic bag tags and our automated bag drops and why we continue to iterate on the technologies [...]

2025-08-25T19:38:43+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

The Virgin Atlantic September sale is ready for take off

Source: Virgin Atlantic Huge savings available on select routes and destinations with Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays Book until 30th September 2025 for travel up to 30th June 2026 Save up to £300 extra on dreamy holidays with Virgin Atlantic Holidays – only until Tuesday The countdown is on - Virgin Atlantic’s September sale is now on and it’s bigger, better, and bolder than ever. Whether you’re plotting a stateside escape, island hopping in the Caribbean, or chasing winter sun in the Maldives, now’s your chance to lock in a deal. With return flights from just £385pp and holidays starting at £629pp, there’s no excuse not to turn your travel dreams into plans . Expect US city breaks and escapes, [...]

2025-08-25T19:44:40+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

‘The future of aviation is radically changing’ — Secretary Sean Duffy

Source: American Airlines In the latest episode of Tell Me Why, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy joins Chief Communications Officer Ron DeFeo to discuss the evolving future of transportation and the work being done to build a state-of-the-art air traffic control system. Secretary Duffy also reflects on his first six months in the role and outlines his key priorities moving forward. Listen to the podcast: Watch the video:  

2025-08-25T19:27:33+03:00August 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|