Source: American Airlines The summer travel season is about to arrive, and American and its more than 130,000 team members are ready to care for customers during the peak travel period. Following strong operational performance over the winter holidays, American continues to deliver an industry-leading and safe operation for its customers. The airline is investing in new technology to get customers on their way faster and more efficiently. Between May 17 and Sept. 3, American expects to welcome more than 72 million customers. Summer by the numbers New destinations Getting ready People The American team is ready to welcome millions of guests aboard its flights this summer. The airline has hired and trained new team members across the operation to [...]

Source: WestJet Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. The WestJet Group and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) the certified union representing WestJet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, today announced they have reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. "The WestJet Group is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that is industry-leading within Canadaand recognizes the important contributions of our valued Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, making them the highest paid in Canada, while delivering industry leading work-life balance standards and strong commitments to job security," said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and Group Chief Operating [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines The Team USA-inspired A350 celebrates Delta's eight-year partnership with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, which runs through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Delta unveiled its custom Airbus A350 Team USA aircraft livery in Toulouse, France honoring the airline’s commitment to celebrate the athletes' journeys and connect them with their dreams as the official airline of Team USA. The Team USA-inspired A350 celebrates Delta's eight-year partnership with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, which runs through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. “Unveiling the Team USA aircraft for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 marks a major milestone for Delta’s support of Team USA as we look toward [...]

Source: American Airlines American Airlines Group Inc. reported its first-quarter 2024 financial results, including: Record first-quarter revenue of approximately $12.6 billion. First-quarter net loss of $312 million, or ($0.48) per diluted share. Excluding net special items1, first-quarter net loss of $226 million, or ($0.34) per diluted share. Achieved best-ever first-quarter completion factor. Generated operating cash flow of $2.2 billion and free cash flow2 of $1.4 billion in the first quarter. Reduced total debt3 by nearly $950 million in the first quarter. The company is now more than 80% of the way to its 2025 total debt reduction goal. “The American Airlines team continues to build a reliable, efficient and resilient airline,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom. “While we aren’t satisfied [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines First, there was the trend, ‘girl math.’ Then, we saw ‘boy math’ take off. Even dogs got in on the equation! Now, we give you: travel math. It’s a playful concept that’s grounded in the very latest consumer insights where “the math” justifies the purchase, all for the sake of indulging in a little treat. We know travelers are using credit card rewards and miles to book their travel and to stretch their dollars, especially Gen Z and Millennials. So, next time you want to book that flight or buy that pair of shoes with your Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® card, we say go for it. Because you’ll earn valuable miles. And of course—travel math. With elite [...]

Source: WestJet First annual chamber event showcases airline's commitment to the community WestJet provided a comprehensive update on the progress it is making against its targeted growth strategy for Edmonton. Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet Group Chief Executive Officer, outlined the airline's strategy and commitments for 2024 and beyond in collaboration with key partners at his first annual address to business and community leaders at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. "As the capital city of our home province, we are unwaveringly committed to maintaining and growing our title as Edmonton's leading air carrier, as exhibited by our growing network and track record of fueling Edmonton'seconomic pipeline through inbound tourism and investment attraction," said von Hoensbroech to a sold-out business audience at [...]