Source: United Airlines First quarter results consistent with company guidance Expects 10% operating margin for Q2; and to be profitable for FY22 Expects Q2 TRASM up about 17% Business and long-haul international bookings accelerating rapidly United Airlines (UAL) today reported first quarter 2022 financial results and announced it expects to return to profitability in the second quarter on a robust operating revenue outlook, including total revenue per available seat mile (TRASM) of approximately 17% over 2019, the strongest second quarter revenue guidance in company history. The company expects to be solidly profitable in the second quarter with an approximate 10% operating margin (on both a GAAP and adjusted basis1), just 2.9 points less than 2019 operating margin and 3.5 points [...]

Source: JetBlue JetBlue Technology Ventures (JTV), the corporate venture capital subsidiary of JetBlue Airways, is continuing its commitment to creating a more sustainable travel industry through its investment as a limited partner in TPG Rise Climate, the climate investing strategy of TPG’s global impact investing platform TPG Rise. TPG Rise Climate is a multibillion-dollar investment fund focused on supporting climate solutions at scale. It seeks to work collaboratively with the companies, entrepreneurs, and scientists who are pioneering innovative climate solutions across five key climate sub-sectors, of which decarbonized transport is one. “All industries have something to gain from working collaboratively on climate solutions that matter. TPG Rise Climate is deploying capital quickly to tackle the world’s rising carbon emissions, and [...]

Source: KLM Among other destinations, KLM’s “Ready to Fly” service will be available to passengers flying from or through Amsterdam to Bonaire, Brazil, Canada, Curacao, Peru, Portugal, St Martin, Spain and the United States Thanks to the time-saving “Ready to Fly” document check, KLM passengers will be able to save time during the May holiday period by having their Covid-19-related entry documents checked from home or abroad. Using this hassle-free service, they can have items such as negative PCR tests, health certificates and vaccination certificates validated quickly and easily prior to their trip. This will save time and provide peace of mind once they begin their journey, ensuring all the necessary Covid-19-related documents are in order. The “Ready to Fly” [...]

Source: Air Canada 100 million Aeroplan Points donated for travel on Air Canada, Star Alliance partners Shapiro Foundation to double Aeroplan member donations up to 50 million points; Miles4Migrants to manage and facilitate bookings Air Canada today said it is donating 100 million Aeroplan points to support the Canadian government's initiative to bring Ukrainians to Canada. The points will contribute towards facilitating transportation and can be used on flights operated by Air Canada and its Star Alliance partners including Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, SWISS, United Airlines and other carriers.  The Shapiro Foundation is also contributing to this effort and Miles4Migrants, a non-profit charity will manage and facilitate the flight bookings. "Together with our employees, we are ready and prepared to assist and support [...]

Source: Frontier Airlines Nearly 50% of Survey Participants Said Sustainability in Travel Has Taken on Greater Importance Over the Past Two Years In celebration of Earth Week, Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) – America's Greenest Airline – will ring the Nasdaq opening bell on Earth Day, Friday, April 22; is conducting team member park cleanup and beautification initiatives; and also released the results of a recent consumer survey on the importance of sustainability in travel. "It's only appropriate that America's Greenest Airline would ring the Nasdaq opening bell on Earth Day," said Tyri Squyres, vice president of marketing, Frontier Airlines. "We have worked hard to attain our position as America's Greenest Airline, a designation earned through our ultra-modern fuel-efficient all-Airbus fleet [...]

Source: American Airlines Last summer, American Airlines made a public commitment to develop a science-based, intermediate target for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — the first airline in North America to do so. Today, the airline is proud to share that the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a coalition that defines and promotes best practices in emissions reduction targets, has approved American’s 2035 target as consistent with levels required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. This makes American the first airline in the world with a science-based target approved by SBTi. What this means A science-based target is one that aligns with the level that climate scientists predict is needed to keep global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius. SBTi explains it [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines Face masks have been like boarding passes for nearly two years — you couldn’t fly without one. But, as of today, masks are optional in airports and onboard aircraft, effective immediately. Due to a judicial decision in our federal court system, the mask mandate has been overturned, which means our guests and employees have the option to wear a mask while traveling in the U.S. and at work. Note: Guests must continue to wear masks on flights both to and from Canada. Masks must still be worn in airports within Belize, Canada, Costa Rica and Mexico. See other special travel instructions. Safety is always our highest priority, so while we love to see your smiling faces in the airport and on [...]

Source: Air Canada High frequency, direct freighter capacity from Nova Scotia to Air Canada Cargo's global network Air Canada and Air Canada Cargo today operated the first dedicated freighter flight into Halifax Stanfield International Airport using the second Boeing 767-300ER to enter service. The addition of this aircraft will allow Air Canada Cargo to start high frequency, direct freighter capacity from Halifax to Air Canada Cargo's global network, including service to Frankfurt, Cologne, Istanbul, and Madrid, starting in May. Today's flight from Toronto arrived in Halifax with freight coming from around Air Canada's global network and destined for Atlantic Canada. It will be loaded up with fresh lobster, fish, aerospace parts, and pharmaceuticals for its journey back to Toronto, from where those [...]

Source: American Airlines American Airlines has prioritized the health and safety of its team members and customers throughout the pandemic and has supported the federal government’s measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. In accordance with the Transportation Security Administration no longer enforcing the federal face mask mandate, face masks will no longer be required for our customers and team members at U.S. airports and on domestic flights. Please note face masks may still be required based on local ordinances, or when traveling to/from certain international locations based on country requirements. In keeping with our commitment to creating a welcoming environment for everyone who travels with us, customers and team members may choose to continue to wear masks at their [...]