Source: American Airlines The companies joined forces to grant the wishes of 26 children battling critical illnesses with a trip of a lifetime American chartered an aircraft and provided a special gate celebration and inflight experience onboard the Best Flight Ever from New York (JFK) to Orlando, Florida (MCO) In honor of World Wish Day on April 29, American will direct all AAdvantage® miles donated to Miles for Global Health and Well-Being to benefit Make-A-Wish, up to 50 million miles, now through the end of April On April 12, American Airlines, in collaboration with Make-A-Wish, The Points Guy and The Walt Disney Company, flew 26 critically ill children and their families from New York (JFK) to Orlando, Florida (MCO) on [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta’s Chief Marketing Officer oversees the airline’s global marketing and creative services team to deepen its reputation as a trusted consumer brand Alicia Tillman, an executive leader with more than two decades of experience in global marketing, sales and strategy, will join Delta as Chief Marketing Officer and the newest member of the Delta Leadership Committee in early June. Tillman will lead brand strategy for the airline, overseeing Delta’s world-class global marketing, creative services and community engagement teams, bringing the airline’s story to life and deepening its relationship with customers and the world as a trusted consumer brand. As a member of the DLC, she will influence the airline’s vision and strategy. “In addition to being [...]

Source: JetBlue JetBlue, New York’s Hometown Airline®, announced the appointment of Jill Eshbaugh as the carrier’s new vice president, airports experience. Eshbaugh will have day-to-day oversight of airport operations across JetBlue’s 100+ destinations spanning the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, U.K., and Europe. She will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue’s head of safety, security, fleet operations, airports, and JetBlue University. Eshbaugh joins JetBlue following a 25-year career with United Airlines. Until 2019, she served as the carrier’s vice president, employee relations and engagement, and previously held leadership roles as managing director for airport operations domestically as well as in Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, as well as in airport operations planning. Earlier in her career she [...]

Source: Emirates This will grow Emirates’ network across the Americas to two points in Canada, 12 U.S. cities, and four destinations across Mexico, Brazil and Argentina Emirates today announced it will launch a new daily service from Dubai to Montreal, starting 5 July. Montreal becomes Emirates’ second gateway in Canada, complementing its passenger services to Toronto, which have been operating to Ontario’s capital city since 2007. The launch of services to Montreal comes as the UAE and Canada aim to deepen economic cooperation between the two nations and stimulate benefits to the aviation and tourism sectors, in addition to enhancing trade flows and commercial links. The daily flights to the new destination will help cater to the huge demand for [...]

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines has welcomed a landmark delivery for the airline's growing Fit Fleet with its 200th new aircraft delivery from Airbus. The Airbus A320neo (N973NK) was assembled at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Mobile, Alabama, and prepared for service at Spirit's aircraft maintenance facility in Detroit. The new delivery is part of continued growth at Spirit. The airline introduced 14 new planes in 2022, with plans to add 26 new aircraft in 2023. Additionally, Spirit has a major first with the upcoming delivery of its first A321neo aircraft. Spirit transitioned to an all-Airbus fleet in 2006, and currently operates one of the most fuel-efficient fleets in the industry with an average age of about seven years. The [...]

Source: Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines, which distinguishes itself with its achievements in passenger numbers, carried its one billionth passenger from Istanbul Airport to Adıyaman Airport. Aiming to always provide its passengers with quality, safe, and comfortable travels, Turkish Airlines welcomed its one billionth passenger, Mustafa Balcı, at Istanbul Airport with a special ceremony and gifted him one million miles. About being the one billionth passenger with his ticket to Adıyaman, Mustafa Balcı said, "It is a great honor for me to be the one billionth passenger of Turkish Airlines and to be rewarded with a special gift for it. This experience will be an unforgettable memory for me." Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat stated, "Turkish [...]

Source: Delta Airlines The airport ramp – where planes park and are serviced between flights – hums with activity. Delta people move in orchestration to load baggage and cargo and prepare each jet for its next safe journey. It's an exciting, fast-moving place. But listen closely, and you’ll hear the soft whirl of an electric motor – the sound of innovation and investment in a more sustainable future, today. Delta's core* ground support equipment (GSE) fleet needed to turn aircraft at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is nearing 100% electric. Once fossil fuel-powered belt loaders, bag and push-back tractors are now propelled by electricity and feature “zero-emission vehicle” green leaf decals. Delta's Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) operation is [...]

Source: Canada Jetlines  Canada Jetlines Operations Ltd. announces that it has signed a contract to provide aircraft and crew to the Ottawa REDBLACKS for select regular season games. The contract will see Canada Jetlines fly the team to away games for the next three seasons starting in 2023 and continuing to 2025. "We are proud to have been selected for this contract with the Ottawa REDBLACKS, an iconic Canadian professional sports franchise with a rich history. The entire team at Canada Jetlines understands and thrives on teamwork and we are looking forward to being a part of the REDBLACKS organization ensuring we fly them to their games with a world class service. Canada Jetlines has seen continuous growth in demand [...]

Source: Caribbean Airlines "Welcome Home is our clear intention this year to focus on service and consistent attention to passengers. The campaign highlights what connects us to each other and to home. As the year progresses, you will see an even deeper focus on service throughout our expanding network,” said Caribbean Airlines CEO, Garvin Medera. Caribbean Airlines officially launched its ‘Welcome Home’ Campaign at its northern base in Kingston, Jamaica.  To mark the occasion, earlier this month, the airline held its signature ‘Customer Appreciation’ activity at the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) in Kingston. Arriving passengers received an authentic Caribbean welcome, with music and costumed revellers greeting them along with exciting giveaways. The event started from 1:00 p.m. and visitors from regional and international destinations [...]

Source: Air Canada SAF is a core pillar of airline's Climate Action Plan 9.5 million litres of SAF will generate GHG reductions equaling approximately 23,500 tonnes of CO2e calculated with a full life cycle assessment Equivalent of GHG emissions absorbed by 28,000 acres of forest in one year Air Canada marks Earth Day by announcing the purchase of 9.5 million litres of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The airline continues advancing initiatives in its Climate Action Plan by strengthening its partnership with SAF producer, Neste, to power flights with Neste MY Sustainable Aviation FuelTM from San Francisco International Airport. The 9.5 million litres of SAF will generate GHG reductions of approximately 23,500 tonnes of CO2e calculated based on a full lifecycle assessment. The 23,500 tonnes of CO2e are equivalent to [...]