Source: Alaska Airlines Latest Update: 2:30 p.m. Pacific, Jan. 7 As we navigate the impacts of the 737-9 MAX grounding on our operation, we have cancelled 170 Sunday flights affecting roughly 25,000 guests. We expect additional significant cancellations through the first half of the week. We are awaiting further instruction from both the FAA and Boeing to begin the required inspections on the door plug of our 737-9 MAX fleet and will share information as we’re able. 6 p.m. Pacific, Jan. 6 The investigation into what happened on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 on Friday, Jan. 5, is underway. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has now assumed the lead role in the investigation. Alaska’s safety and technical teams, along with representatives [...]

Source: Iberia New flights have been assigned to 36,621, or 80.2%, of the 45,641 passengers affected by the cancellations Cash and voucher refunds were processed for the 4,900 travellers who requested it, 10.7% of those affected Iberia requests that all travellers check in ahead of time through the airline’s website and arrive at the airport with more time than usual The strike called by the unions for 5, 6, 7 and 8 January, coinciding with the Three Kings holiday, forced Iberia, Iberia Express and Air Nostrum to cancel more than 400 flights, affecting 45,641 passengers. However, the Iberia Group provided a solution to 90.9% of affected travellers. Since the start of the unavoidable cancellations, Iberia, Iberia Express and Air Nostrum [...]

Source: TAP Europe from 49€, Africa from 149€ and the Americas from 349€ TAP Air Portugal is launching a mega price promotion with irresistible offers from January 4th. Round trip flights, with all taxes included, between the mainland and the Portuguese islands from 49 euros, other European destinations of the Portuguese national airline from 59 euros, Morocco from 149 euros and other African destinations from 299 euros, the United States of America from 429 euros, Canada with prices starting at 349 euros and Brazil with flights available from 599 euros. The prices are valid on flights operated by TAP and the promotional tickets included in this campaign can be purchased between today and January 18, for trips to take place [...]

Source: JetBlue JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) announced it has officially launched service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Tallahassee International Airport (TLH), with the first flight arriving in Tallahassee this morning. JetBlue’s new intrastate service will operate daily, introducing the airline’s award-winning service, low fares and a better travel option for customers on a route with limited competition. “We are thrilled to introduce much needed competition and relief to a route that has suffered from high fares for decades,” said Robert Land, head of government affairs, associate general counsel, JetBlue. “This new route further demonstrates our commitment to the Sunshine state and to providing low fares, great service and connectivity to customers in Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee and beyond.” Increasing Florida’s [...]

Source: Avianca This milestone was achieved thanks to the work and dedication of the more than 14,000 people who are part of the airline's team, as well as the support from suppliers, partners, and industry authorities. During 2023, Avianca had a punctuality rate of 85.73%, over two points higher than the result in 2022. This is the first time an airline in Colombia has reached this position. Cirium is one of the most renowned and reputable companies worldwide in matters related to aviation data analysis Avianca was recognized by Cirium's ranking as the most punctual airline in the world in 2023. This category measures airlines that have daily operations on at least three regions. This milestone was achieved thanks to [...]