Source: WestJet Direct flight from Calgary to Japan marks first time WestJet has touched down in Asia WestJet celebrated on 30 April 2023 the departure of flight WS80 from YYC Calgary International Airport to Tokyo's Narita International Airport. The airline's first-ever service to Asia marks an important milestone for WestJet as the airline reaffirms its Western Canadian growth strategy and commitment to strengthening Alberta's vibrant visitor economy. "We are thrilled to see our new service to Tokyo, Japan take flight as we welcome our newest destination to our 787 intercontinental hub at YYC," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "Not only does this new route increase opportunities for business, leisure and cargo customers to expand their horizons in Asia, it also provides an exceptional opportunity to [...]

Source: Southwest Airlines As they announced earlier this year, the union representing Southwest's Pilots has called for an authorization vote as a contract negotiating tactic, one that has been used by several airline unions within the last twelve months. The call for a vote is not an indication of a pending work stoppage or a disruption to Southwest's scheduled service. The Southwest Team is committed to delivering a safe and reliable travel experience to Customers. "SWAPA's authorization vote will not affect Southwest's operation or our ability to take care of our Customers," said Adam Carlisle, Vice President Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines. "Our negotiations continue, with talks resuming this week, and we'll keep working with the assistance of the National [...]

Source: WestJet Transaction signals bright future for WestJet Group's ambitious growth strategy and creates new opportunities for leisure and sun travel across Canada WestJet Group and Sunwing to maintain independent operations, while working collaboratively to combine complementary strategies for a gradual and effective transition The WestJet Group today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines. The transaction, originally announced in March 2022, combines the two Canadian aviation and leisure travel success stories, and will bring greater choice, competitive airfares and increased direct access to sun destinations to Canadian travellers. In addition, it positions Sunwing to continue its growth across Canada and permits the newly merged company to protect jobs. Initially, the airlines will continue [...]

Souce: Air Canada Aeroplan members can now earn points on grocery and retail deliveries with Uber Eats Introduction of grocery and retail deliveries marks the latest expansion of multi-year partnership between Aeroplan and Uber Canada launched in 2021 5X limited time launch offer on their next grocery or retail delivery order through the end of May Aeroplan is pleased to announce the latest evolution of its loyalty partnership with Uber Canada, giving Aeroplan members the opportunity to earn even more from linking their Aeroplan with their Uber/Uber Eats account in Canada. Starting May 3, Aeroplan members can earn 1 Aeroplan point per $1 spent on eligible orders in the Grocery and Retail sections of the Uber Eats app, with no minimum spend required. The launch [...]

Source: Caribbean Airlines Reggae Sumfest 2023 is scheduled to take place from July 16-22, and promises to be a spectacular showcase of Caribbean music, entertainment, food, and culture Caribbean Airlines Limited, a leading regional airline with over 16 years of excellence in air travel, is proud to announce its partnership as the presenting sponsor of Reggae Sumfest, the largest music festival in Montego Bay, Jamaica and the Caribbean. Reggae Sumfest which is celebrating its 30th year, has evolved into a week-long series of diverse activities including an Artisan Village and the Sumfest Mall which will have authentic Jamaican crafted items on sale. This exciting partnership will extend for the next two years and will be prominently showcased through a special decal on one [...]

Source: WestJet Today, WestJet and Unifor, the certified union representing WestJet airport employees at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. "WestJet is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes the important contributions of our valued airport employees at YYZ," said Diederik Pen, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer. "Our airport employees play an integral role in supporting our operations and this settlement reflects WestJet's commitment to supporting them as they continue to provide the friendly, reliable service our guests know and expect of the WestJet Group."

Source: American Airlines For the 11th consecutive year, the American Airlines AAdvantage® program was recognized as the Best Elite Program in the Americas during the 2023 Freddie Awards, held last evening at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Washington D.C. “The Freddie Awards are one of the most prestigious awards in travel loyalty. To be recognized as the best of the best by our loyal AAdvantage members 11 times is special to us,” said Scott Chandler, American’s Vice President of Revenue Management and Loyalty. “Our team is dedicated to designing a program to help members achieve their travel goals and earn more rewards before and between status tiers. This vote of confidence from our [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Scores of well-wishers gathered at the Marine Education & Training Center on Honolulu’s Sand Island earlier this month to bid aloha to Hōkūleʻa as her crew prepared to transport the iconic Polynesian voyaging canoe to the Pacific Northwest. Supporters brought hoʻokupu (gifts) and draped lei on the hulls of the 64-foot canoe; they talked story with crew members and took photos from the deck. It was Hōkūleʻa’s last full day in Hawaiʻi before being loaded onto a cargo ship bound for Tacoma, Washington. She’ll journey to Yukatat, Alaska, for a “Heritage Sail” before making her way to Juneau, the launch point for a 47-month journey circumnavigating the Pacific. This is Hōkūleʻa’s 15th major voyage in her 50-year history, and [...]

Source: Lufthansa Lufthansa is launching new Airbus A380 destinations from Munich in the coming winter. From October 5 on, the airline will be flying again an A380 daily to the Californian metropolis of Los Angeles. Shortly before the start of the winter flight schedule on October 28, there will be a special premiere: For the first time, a Lufthansa Airbus A380 will take off from Munich to the Thai capital Bangkok, increasing the seat capacity by almost 75 percent compared to the A350. Lufthansa offers a greater premium product on this connection than ever before: the A380 offers 8 seats in First Class, 78 seats in Business Class and 52 seats in Premium Economy. New connections to India Lufthansa is [...]

Source: Sun Country Airlines Revenue of $294 million, Sun Country’s highest on record(1) GAAP diluted EPS of $0.64 and operating income of $56 million, Sun Country’s highest on record(1) Adj. diluted EPS of $0.68(2) and adjusted operating income of $58 million(2), Sun Country’s highest on record(1) Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (“Sun Country Airlines,” “Sun Country,” the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SNCY) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2023. “Sun Country’s unique, diversified business model continues to deliver strong results,” said Jude Bricker, Chief Executive Officer of Sun Country. “The revenue environment remains resilient, as we saw a 20.8% increase in total average fare and a gain of 8.6 percentage points in load factor in the first quarter [...]