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Causes with Wings

Source: TAP TAP opens new applications for the TAP Donate Miles Programme. TAP Miles&Go Customers can proceed to donate miles to solidarity trips, supporting social entities' missions in TAP network destinations. TAP Air Portugal has announced new applications for the TAP Donate Miles "Causes with Wings" program for partner entities during the 2025-2027 three-year period. The biggest news is that we will select three new social entities annually to receive support for the following three years. Through this social responsibility initiative, integrated into the TAP Miles&Go Programme, customers can donate miles to non-profit social entities to be used for trips in solidarity missions in the TAP network destinations. The TAP Donate Miles Programme, created in 2007, brings help where it [...]

2025-03-14T18:28:51+02:00March 14th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Delta, JetZero partner to design the future of air travel by advancing first-of-its-kind, 50% more fuel-efficient aircraft for domestic and international routes

Source: Delta Air Lines Rendering courtesy of JetZero Delta Air Lines is partnering with JetZero on a revolutionary, more sustainable aircraft that looks and feels like nothing flying today’s commercial skies. Delta to provide best-in-class operational expertise through its Sustainable Skies Lab to bring the innovative blended-wing-body (BWB) aircraft to commercial viability as part of the global carrier’s work toward net-zero emissions by 2050. Global airline to consult on interior design to re-invent and further elevate customer and employee experiences. JetZero’s BWB design is expected to be up to 50% more fuel-efficient than aircraft in operation today, with flight range and seat capacity comparable to today’s mid-range international aircraft – all with existing engine technology. Delta to support JetZero and [...]

2025-03-14T18:07:15+02:00March 14th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Copa Holdings Announces Monthly Traffic Statistics for February 2025

Source: Copa Holdings Copa Holdings, S.A. has released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for February 2025: Operating Data February 2025 February 2024 % Change Copa Holdings (Consolidated) ASM (mm) (1) 2,389.9 2,348.8 1.7 % RPM (mm) (2) 2,072.0 2,025.8 2.3 % Load Factor (3) 86.7% 86.3% 0.4 p.p. Available seat miles - represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown. Revenue passenger miles - represents the number of miles flown by revenue passengers Load factor - represents the percentage of aircraft seating capacity that is actually utilized February 2024: 29 days For February 2025, Copa Holdings' capacity (ASMs) increased by 1.7%, while system-wide passenger traffic (RPMs) increased by 2.3%, compared to 2024. As a [...]

2025-03-14T17:50:33+02:00March 14th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

San Antonio gains first non-stop flight to the Caribbean with Spirit Airlines’ new service to San Juan

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit has launched up to four flights weekly between San Antonio (SAT) and San Juan (SJU)  Spirit Airlines' San Antonio Guests can trade cowboy boots for flip flops with the launch of the airline's new nonstop service to the "Island of Enchantment." The milestone route operates between San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and Luis Muñoz International Airport (SJU) with up to four flights weekly and marks the first time SAT travelers have nonstop service to the Caribbean. "Our new, milestone service provides critical connectivity between the two vibrant communities of San Antonio and San Juan," said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. "We're always looking to add new, exciting destinations for our Guests [...]

2025-03-12T22:02:37+02:00March 13th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia Embarks on Corporate Volunteering with the Integra Foundation

Source: Iberia After more than 10 years of collaboration, Iberia is taking a further step in its alliance with the Fundación Integra by joining the corporate volunteering programme promoted by the Foundation. The aim is to promote labour inclusion for people facing social exclusion, women victims of gender violence and people with disabilities, through pre-employment training provided by active professionals from partner companies. Specifically, 12 people who work at Iberia Mantenimiento, the Iberia division responsible for the maintenance and overhaul of the IAG Group's aircraft, engines and components, as well as those of more than 100 airlines around the world, participated in the programme by teaching part of the syllabus in the “Strengthening School” and “Integra Tech” workshops to thirty [...]

2025-03-12T21:40:51+02:00March 13th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia is the most punctual airline in Europe and the second most punctual in the world

Source: Iberia 91.25% of the 13,759 flights operated in February arrived on time The airline consolidates the excellent results achieved in recent months  In February, Iberia was ranked as the most punctual airline in Europe and the second most punctual airline in the world, according to the ranking prepared by the international consultancy Cirium. The airline thus reaches the top of the podium in Europe and consolidates its second position worldwide, also achieved in January, continuing with the good results obtained in 2024. Last February, 91.25% of the 13,759 flights operated by the Spanish airline reached their destination on time. In the worldwide category,  airlines with the highest number of Available Seat Kilometres (ASK) in the market compete; specifically, they [...]

2025-03-12T16:23:07+02:00March 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Delta swings into new agreement with PGA TOUR, adding another world-class organization as a partner

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines will become the Official Global Airline of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions, embarking on multi-year partnership with the global golf organization. Delta Air Lines has announced a multi-year agreement with the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions, driving another world-class organization into the airline’s sports partnership portfolio. “Delta and the PGA TOUR are two global organizations focused on best-in-class performance, a spirit of continuous improvement, and the power of the experience economy,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “Our partnership with Jay and his team will give customers incredible opportunities to experience the PGA TOUR in new ways while furthering our mission of better connecting the world.” As part of the partnership, [...]

2025-03-12T17:16:16+02:00March 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines celebrates 40 years of supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Source: American Airlines American Airlines and its partners raised more than $1.2 million to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Foundation at this year’s Celebrity Ski event in Beaver Creek, Colorado. This event has been a significant fundraiser for the Foundation, helping to raise critical funds that directly support their mission. To date, American has raised more than $47 million to the CF Foundation through the annual event, making a lasting impact on the fight against cystic fibrosis. "For the past 40 years, we've joined forces with our dedicated team members, sponsors, and supporters on the slopes, united in our fight against cystic fibrosis," said Caroline Clayton, Senior Vice President of Communications and Chief Marketing Officer at American. "At American Airlines, [...]

2025-03-12T17:31:40+02:00March 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines ushers in a new season of flavors and offerings this spring, both in flight and across Admirals Club lounges

Source: American Airlines The airline’s Admirals Club® lounges across the U.S. and Canada will feature new regionalized menus, along with an updated selection of spirits and other beverages. In flight, customers can enjoy new breakfast entrees and preorder the much-anticipated sliders and fries option following a successful test out of ORD. Beginning March 18, AAdvantage® members may use their miles to purchase food and beverages during eligible flights. New flavors are taking flight this March as American Airlines introduces a number of delicious new menu options for customers, along with the option to use AAdvantage® miles to purchase food and beverages. The new dishes and drinks will roll out at select Admirals Club® lounges March 4 and in flight March 12. [...]

2025-03-11T16:57:37+02:00March 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Partners with Michelin-starred Chef Masaki Hashimoto to Elevate Signature Class Dining on Japan Routes

Source: Air Canada Renowned Kaiseki master brings his culinary artistry to Air Canada Signature Class on all Japan routes now Air Canada has announced the addition of Michelin-starred Chef Masaki Hashimoto to its culinary panel. Based in Toronto, Chef Hashimoto is the owner of Kaiseki Yu-zen Hashimoto, one of Canada's only restaurants dedicated to the traditional art of Kaiseki cuisine. Since immigrating more than 40 years ago, he has devoted his career to mastering and sharing this multi-course culinary tradition. His exclusive creations debuted March 1 in Air Canada Signature Class, on all flights between Canada and Japan. On these routes, Chef Hashimoto's dishes will showcase a thoughtfully curated selection of traditional ingredients through a rotating menu. Six recipes will [...]

2025-03-07T20:28:41+02:00March 10th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|