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American sends World War II veterans off in honor of the 80th anniversary of D-Day

Source: American Airlines To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, American flew nearly 70 World War II veterans to Normandy, France. The historic trip started at American’s headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth with a kickoff dinner that included a 1940s-era big band and the Victory Belles from the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Veterans were also given a special heroes’ arrival by American Airlines team members before heading to Dallas Fort Worth International airport, where the celebration continued. Additional trip participants include a few Rosie the Riveters, an iconic representation in the United States of the women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II, and six Medal of Honor recipients, our nation’s highest [...]

2024-06-04T21:10:44+03:00June 3rd, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

oneworld alliance celebrates 25 years of excellence and outlines enhanced customer focus

Source: oneworld Remarkable growth since alliance's inception in 1999 Frequent flyer membership soars to more than 212 million alliance-wide oneworld to focus on enhancing every aspect of the customer journey – from booking and check-in to airport, onboard, and connecting experiences As oneworld®, the premier global airline alliance, celebrates its 25th anniversary, oneworld's Chairman, its member airline CEOs and the alliance's new CEO praised oneworld's incredible growth and increasing customer relevance at a press briefing this morning during the IATA AGM in Dubai. Today, oneworld is a strong global alliance of thirteen leading airlines, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian and SriLankan Airlines. Founded in [...]

2024-06-04T21:28:16+03:00June 3rd, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

The WestJet Group adds three additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to fleet

Source: WestJet Additional aircraft expected to join WestJet Group operations in 2024, supporting capacity growth plans  The WestJet Group announced it will acquire an additional three Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from BOC Aviation Limited. The three aircraft are expected to integrate into the WestJet Group's fleet and operations in 2024, following the completion of leasing agreements. "We have an ambitious growth strategy, and the expansion of our fleet is critical to our mission of providing affordable air travel to Canadians," said Mike Scott, WestJet Group, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. "Working with a trusted partner like BOC Aviation supports us in meeting our growth expectations for 2024." While WestJet guests will benefit from the additional capacity across the [...]

2024-06-04T20:54:19+03:00June 3rd, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Frontier Airlines Launches a Summer of Love Sale with Flights Including a Seat Assignment, Carry-on Bag and No Change Fees

Source: Frontier Airlines Fares start at $59 Business Bundle Featuring UpFront Plus Seating with Extra Leg and Elbow Room, a Guaranteed Empty Middle Seat, Two Checked Bags, and Board First with Guaranteed Overhead Bin Space from Only $104 Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines is inviting customers to 'feel the love' with a Summer of Love sale offering bundles that include a flight, a seat assignment,  carry-on bag, and free changes and cancellation starting at only $59*. Tickets can be purchased through 11.59pm eastern on June 6, 2024, for travel through June 15, 2024, as well as travel from Aug. 19 through Oct. 31, 2024. "With the recent debut of 'The New Frontier,' featuring transparent pricing and no change or cancel [...]

2024-05-31T07:06:11+03:00May 31st, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Turkish Airlines Unveils New Sleeping Set for its Guests

Source: Turkish Airlines Aiming to provide its passengers with a travel experience beyond their dreams, Turkish Airlines has revamped its sleeping sets designed for long-haul flights. Elevating Turkish hospitality to new heights, Turkish Airlines has introduced a new sleeping set that combines elegant designs with comfort. This new set prioritizes home-like comfort and warmth, aiming to offer a superior sleeping environment and an unmatched flight experience on transatlantic flights. The standout piece of the collection, the silk-light duvet, offers a unique sleeping experience with its velvet suede fabric surface and iconic Turkish Airlines’ FLOW pattern in light colors, creating a sense of freshness. The ergonomic mattress pad, designed to provide bed-like comfort onboard, complements the cabin's color scheme and contributes [...]

2024-05-31T07:09:06+03:00May 31st, 2024|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|

Air Canada Proudly Renews its Partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee Until 2030

Source: Air Canada Air Canada is proud to #FlytheFlag as Team Canada's Official Airline for the next four Olympic and Paralympic Games, including Paris 2024 Airline kicks off a series of Olympic and Paralympic-themed activations with unveiling of special Boeing 777 livery Airline has also unveiled 10 Team Air Canada athlete ambassadors representing the best of Canadian values and sporting excellence Air Canada has renewed its partnership as the Official Airline of Team Canada. The new agreement, showcasing the airline's deep passion for sport and commitment to sharing the best of Canada with the world, extends through the 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and includes Paris 2024. Adding to the excitement, Air Canada also unveiled at an event in [...]

2024-05-30T20:52:27+03:00May 30th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

With an Investment of EUR 90.5 Million, DHL Supply Chain Announces Partnership With Levu for a Domestic Air Transport Solution

Source: DHL Supply Chain     Project includes four aircraft for cargo transportation, the first of which will start operating in May 2024 The initial proposal is to make an express air connection between Campinas (SP), Recife (PE), Belém (PA) and Manaus (AM), with greater space availability to ensure that the goods will be boarded, and specialized cargo processing The domestic air route will also be used by DHL Express and DHL Global Forwarding, connecting with their international flights and with the DTA and DI processes, carried out through POLAR unit DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in warehousing and distribution, has just announced a partnership with Levu Air Cargo, a leading Brazilian cargo airline, to launch a domestic air [...]

2024-05-30T20:43:56+03:00May 30th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Air France unveils the new travel cabins on its Embraer 190 fleet

Source: Air France On 28 May 2024, at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg (Germany), Air France exclusively unveiled the new cabins to be installed shortly on all the Embraer 190s operated by its regional subsidiary HOP! The first of these refurbished aircraft will take to the skies in autumn 2024. The company is thus pursuing its move upmarket to standardize its offer of products and services on its short and medium-haul network. New, more comfortable and innovative seats With these redesigned cabins, the Embraer 190 will be equipped with 110 new seats arranged in a 2-2 configuration. Each seat will be upholstered in leather and feature ergonomic foam padding, for enhanced comfort and sustainability. The seat, that can recline [...]

2024-05-29T03:36:35+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Pilots held informational picket as mediation talks stall

Source: ALPA Air Canada pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), are standing together, strong, and unified, in downtown Toronto, where the union’s contract discussions for a world-class contract have stalled with Air Canada management. This picketing event demonstrated Air Canada pilots’ resolve and solidarity in achieving an agreement that recognizes the pilots’ contributions and value to the airline and their passengers. “This week marks more than 240 days since our stale and outdated contract expired,” said F/O Charlene Hudy, Air Canada ALPA Master Executive Council (MEC) chair, during the event. “Air Canada has the opportunity to recognize our value by making important improvements to our contract which must include closing the significant wage gap between the [...]

2024-05-29T04:05:00+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Back By Popular Demand! Southwest Airlines Launches The Beloved Sunset On The Beach Events

Source: Southwest Airlines Join Southwest each month in Waikiki on Queen's Beach for free movie screenings under the stars. Southwest Airlines Co. is continuing the yearlong celebration of five years of Hawaii service by announcing a collaboration with Waikiki Improvement Association as Presenting Sponsor of a revitalized Sunset on the Beach movie screening series. Premiering June 22, 2024, Hawaii locals, and visitors to the Aloha State, can join Southwest® each month on Queen's Beach in Waikiki for these free, family-friendly events with live music, games, and food at sunset, followed by a movie night under the stars. "We're committed to building relationships with Hawaii locals—beginning even before we began service to the islands—and listening to learn what is important to [...]

2024-05-29T03:37:29+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|