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Avianca now includes carry-on baggage in its most affordable fare on international flights in the Americas

Source: Avianca Light fare tickets for international flights across the Americas will include one personal item and one carry-on bag of up to 10 kg as part of the fare’s built-in attributes. On domestic flights, the Basic fare will remain unchanged, including one personal item. A differentiated offering will continue to be maintained depending on the type of journey. This adjustment supports the progress Avianca has made throughout 2026 to strengthen its value proposition, with improvements across product, service, and connectivity. Avianca announced an update to its fare conditions applicable to tickets purchased on or after January 27, 2026. Effective immediately, Light fares on international flights across the Americas will include—among their built‑in attributes—one personal item and one carry-on bag [...]

2026-02-04T07:29:02+02:00February 4th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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United Orders 110 New Aircraft with Deliveries Starting in 2028

Source: United Airlines Order builds on early success of United Next strategy and includes 50 Boeing 787-9 and 60 A321neo aircraft United also secures new options for up to 50 more Boeing 787s and new purchase rights for up to 40 A321neos at the end of the decade United Airlines has announced orders for 110 more aircraft for delivery beginning in 2028, building on the early success of United Next and adding additional flexibility for its long-term fleet. United converted previous options and purchase rights into firm orders for 50 Boeing 787-9s for delivery between 2028 through 2031, as well as 60 Airbus A321neos for delivery between 2028 and 2030. The company also secured new options for up to 50 more [...]

2026-02-03T05:09:17+02:00February 3rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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KLM to accelerate transformation according to the company’s President and CEO

Source: KLM Marjan Rintel nominated for a second term as President & CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines The Air France-KLM Board of Directors approved the nomination of Marjan Rintel as President & CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines for a second term of 4 years. This renewal was proposed by KLM’s Supervisory Board and Group CEO Benjamin Smith. The Supervisory Board of KLM has informed the Works Council of the intended reappointment and will submit a request for advice. Formal confirmation of this decision will follow in the KLM shareholders’ meeting. With Marjan Rintel at the helm, the first priority will be to accelerate KLM’s transformation, aimed at structurally strengthening its operational and financial foundation. The structure and governance [...]

2026-02-03T07:36:32+02:00February 3rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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Atmos™ Rewards earns The Points Guy’s top honors for innovation and credit card excellence

Source: Alaska Airlines Atmos™ Rewards has soared to the top in two major categories in the 2026 Points Guy Awards. The combined loyalty program of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines has been recognized as Best Innovation in Airline Loyalty while the Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® card, issued in partnership with Bank of America, was crowned Best New Personal Credit Card. Now in its eighth year, the 2026 Points Guy Awards honor the best in travel, credit cards and loyalty, from top-tier reward credit cards and exclusive lounges to premier loyalty programs, airlines, hotels and cruise lines. Learn more about the 2026 The Points Guy awards at www.thepointsguy.com/awards. The outsized value and industry-leading benefits of Atmos Rewards have set a [...]

2026-01-31T14:42:54+02:00February 2nd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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Etihad Airways launches first-ever nonstop flights between the Middle East and Calgary

Source: Etihad Airways Etihad accelerates global expansion with its first nonstop service to Western Canada, expanding long-haul network Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced the launch of the first-ever nonstop flights between the UAE and Calgary, creating a new strategic air link between the Middle East and Western Canada. Launching on 3 November 2026, the route marks another step in Etihad’s global expansion and supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term ambitions to drive international trade, tourism and investment. The new service directly links two globally recognised centres of energy, innovation and culture, strengthening economic ties while opening new opportunities for business and leisure travellers alike. It connects Abu Dhabi’s fast-growing economy and cultural offer with Calgary’s role as [...]

2026-01-30T06:08:03+02:00January 30th, 2026|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|
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Porter summer schedule expands flights across North America

Source: Porter Airlines Six new routes and more frequency across Canada Porter Airlines is announcing its 2026 summer schedule with new destinations, new routes, added frequencies and the continuation of popular winter markets Porter’s U.S. network continues to expand with new flights to Nashville International Airport (BNA)—served from Toronto City (YTZ). Boston (BOS) also sees new service from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Montreal (YUL) Further enhancing service across Canada, Porter is introducing six new routes across Toronto Pearson, Hamilton (YHM) and Ottawa (YOW). Beginning May 1, service in Sudbury (YSB) and Windsor (YQG) moves to Ottawa from Toronto City, providing travellers with non-stop access from these cities to Porter’s growing hub in the national capital and greater connectivity across North [...]

2026-01-30T06:03:51+02:00January 30th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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Air Canada Adds Quito and Resumes Calgary-Mexico Routes

Source: Air Canada New flights to Quito from Montréal and Toronto start December 2026 Expanded winter season service to Rio, Santiago, and Lima New Calgary services to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta launch December 2026 Air Canada today announced a strategically expanded winter network that includes the addition of Quito to its network, two sun destinations from Calgary, and increased winter services to Latin America destinations. "With a comprehensive network spanning all six inhabited continents, Air Canada's expanded winter schedule further cements our hubs as premier global gateways facilitating fast, convenient travel. These exciting new additions and enhancements are a catalyst to facilitating tourism, trade and connectivity, and deliver more compelling opportunities for our customers and Aeroplan Members to travel almost [...]

2026-01-29T05:25:55+02:00January 29th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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Delta Air Lines grows Airbus fleet with order for 31 additional widebody aircraft

Source: Airbus Delta Air Lines has placed a firm order for 31 latest generation aircraft including 16 A330-900s and 15 A350-900s. Once delivered, Delta’s widebody fleet will have grown to 55 A330neo and 79 A350s. “As we grow our international footprint and prepare our fleet to serve expanded long-haul markets, these aircraft will enhance our capabilities and elevate our premium offerings,” said Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer. “We value our long-standing partnership with Airbus, and with these widebody aircraft we will see additional operational efficiencies and long-term cost benefits in the years to come.” “Delta’s renewed confidence in both the A330neo and the A350 is a testament to our enduring partnership and the excellence of the Airbus widebody family performance,” said [...]

2026-01-29T06:15:09+02:00January 29th, 2026|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|
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With TAP, North America is only €399 away

Source: TAP The offer is valid for flights booked until today 29 January. TAP flights bring North America closer. The new campaign, for flights purchased until today 29 January 2026, has prices starting at €399 for flights to the United States and Canada in economy class. Travel can be made between 22 January and 31 May 2026. The airline also has a promotion offering a 30% discount on bookings made with TAP Miles&Go Programme miles. TAP flies from Lisbon to Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York (JFK and Newark), San Francisco and Washington, and from Porto to Boston and New York (Newark). In Canada, TAP flies to Montreal and Toronto. A total of 77 weekly flights to North America. [...]

2026-01-29T06:02:02+02:00January 29th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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United Expects Biggest Summer Yet at Chicago O’Hare, Growing to Record 750 Flights Per Day

Source: United Airlines Airline will fly nonstop from ORD to 222 destinations, including 47 international and 175 U.S. cities – five new nonstops coming to midwestern destinations, reinforcing ORD's position as the premier Midwest hub United led major carriers in on-time ORD arrivals in 2025; travelers on the next largest competitor at ORD were nearly twice as likely to have their flight cancelled as United customers Customer experience at ORD includes access to five United Club locations, in addition to a redesigned United Polaris Lounge, as well as a growing number of aircraft with seatback screens, larger overhead bins, Bluetooth connectivity and free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus members To support the airline's growth and continued focus on operational excellence, United [...]

2026-01-28T04:54:31+02:00January 28th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|
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