Source: Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines stimulated $10.2 billion in economic activity in Hawai‘i – about 11% of the state’s gross domestic product – and was directly or indirectly responsible for 53,500 jobs statewide in 2022* despite enduring challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study. The report, titled “No Kākou a Pau” (interconnectedness) to underscore the ways Hawaiian Airlines is connected to the economy of its home state, was commissioned by Hawaiian and produced by ICF, a global consultant with extensive experience in aviation and other industries. “Following several years of uncertainty because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this is also a story of resilience. Hawaiian Airlines led through the uncertainty of COVID-19, keeping its people employed, continuing to support [...]

Source: Southwest Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today is preparing for October travel by extending its flight schedule through Nov. 4, 2023, and making the airline's robust flight schedule available for booking at Southwest.com. Kansas City Travelers Have More International Options On the heels of Kansas City, Mo., opening its new state-of-the-art terminal last week, Southwest® is boosting its international offering with the addition of two nonstop routes. Effective Oct. 7, 2023, Southwest will offer seasonal service on Saturdays between: Kansas City, Mo. and Montego Bay, Jamaica* Kansas City, Mo. and Cabo San Lucas/Los Cabos* *Subject to government approval  Both new routes complement the carrier's existing service between Kansas City and Cancun which seasonally adjusts to daily service beginning Oct. 5, 2023. Long Beach Sees Southwest Growing to the Northwest  [...]

Source: Air Canada The two Montreal-based global aviation companies continue their support of women in aviation, doubling the number of scholarship recipients On International Women's Day, Air Canada and CAE announced the recipients of the 2023 Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship, which provides financial assistance to Canadian women studying to become commercial pilots or aircraft maintenance engineers. This year, the two Montreal-based global aviation companies have joined forces to double the number of recipients, awarding scholarships to eight young women from across Canada. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, CAE's four recipients will become CAE Women in Flight – Air Canada Ambassadors and help inspire more women to become commercial pilots. The Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship was established in honour of Air [...]

Source: American Airlines As Americans look to get a break from the cold, American Airlines provides customers more ways to make new memories in sun-filled destinations. With more than 600 daily departures to top spring break destinations in Florida, Mexico and the Caribbean, American offers more nonstop flights than any other major carrier. Whether customers wish to enjoy Miami’s vibrant night life, the beaches of Mexico or new destinations in the Caribbean, American is ready for takeoff.

Source: SWISS SWISS First, SWISS Business and SWISS Economy are being totally redesigned, while the popular SWISS Premium Economy which was introduced in 2022 will also be retained SWISS will gradually install the new cabins throughout its long-haul fleet from 2025 onwards. Its new Airbus A350-900s will be delivered with the new interior installed SWISS is to offer its customers a totally new and more personalized ‘SWISS Senses’ air travel experience from 2025 onwards. The centrepiece of the new customer product is a redesigned cabin for the airline’s long-haul aircraft fleet, which was unveiled to the public today. “This is the most comprehensive cabin renewal in the history of our company,” says SWISS Chief Executive Officer Dieter Vranckx. “As a [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta’s partnership with UNCF is decades deep and goes hand in hand with our long-time commitments to advancing equity and educational opportunity for all. Last week at UNCF’s “A Mind Is…” Gala in Washington, D.C., Delta received one of UNCF’s most prestigious honors - the Keeper of the Flame Award. This award is considered UNCF’s highest honor for corporate partners and commemorates a dedicated and successful partnership. “We are honored to present Delta with UNCF’s coveted Keeper of the Flame Award for outstanding support of our mission to help historically Black colleges and universities to prepare students who will become future leaders of our nation" said Maurice Jenkins, E.V.P. & Chief Development Officer at UNCF. "UNCF [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines  From pursuing sustainable aviation fuels and more efficient aircraft to reducing single-use plastics and encouraging a net-zero supply chain, Delta announced its roadmap to more sustainable travel and net-zero emissions by 2050. The strategy and goals are inspired by what is good for the planet, communities and Delta people, and driven by a recognition that sustainability is a business imperative. Delta Chief Sustainability Officer Pam Fletcher first shared the strategy with the airline’s more than 90,000 employees in late February. It’s focused on two pillars: embedding sustainability in everything the airline does and eliminating the company’s climate impact from flying. “Delta people are known for doing difficult things well,” Fletcher said in an email to all employees [...]