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April 1 Alert: WestJet Introduces Memorease™

Source: WestJet State-of-the-art headset offers Canadians the chance to create unforgettable vacation memories...without ever leaving home After almost three decades of delivering travel options to Canadians, WestJet is proud to introduce a new way for Canadians to enjoy a vacation - one that eliminates the need to actually take a vacation. Today, the airline is thrilled to introduce MemorEase™, an innovative new headset that uses the latest in AI technology to implant vacation memories directly into guests' brains - offering them all the benefits of a vacation, without ever having to leave the comfort of their couch. With WestJet's state-of-the-art MemorEase™ headset, you can choose from an expansive collection of AI-generated vacation memories. Whether your dream getaway centres around neon [...]

2024-04-01T18:32:54+03:00April 1st, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

United makes it easier for customers who use wheelchairs to book flights that can accommodate their personal device

Source: United Airlines United Airlines has launched a new digital tool on its app and united.com that makes it easier for customers who use wheelchairs to find flights that can best accommodate the specific dimensions of their personal mobility device. The airline also announced that eligible customers may seek a refund of the fare difference if a customer needs to pay more for a flight that can accommodate their wheelchair. Last year, United and United Express together carried more than 200,000 checked wheelchairs. In addition to working with the airline's Accessible Travel Advisory Board, United collaborated with United Spinal Association and Numotion to develop these industry-first initiatives. "The more we know about a customer's device, the more likely their experience will be a good one – [...]

2024-03-29T06:36:43+02:00March 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

United Airlines Extends Seasonal Services from Athens to New York/Newark and Washington D.C.

Source: Athens International Airport United is launching new flights between Athens and Chicago O’Hare on 24 May 2024 Airline is increasing flights from Greece by nearly 25 per cent for 2024 United Airlines has extended its daily seasonal services from Athens to New York/Newark and Washington D.C. for 2024, providing more travel options for travellers departing Greece. The airline is starting its Athens to New York-Newark service a week earlier on 31 March and flights from Athens to Washington D.C. start three weeks earlier on 15 April 2024. With these seasonal service extensions and the introduction of new daily seasonal service between Athens and Chicago O’Hare on 24 May 2024, United is increasing flights from Greece by nearly 25 per [...]

2024-03-29T07:55:07+02:00March 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Wins 2024 APEX Best in Entertainment Award in North America

Source: Air Canada Unparalleled offering includes Live TV, Apple TV+, Audible, Disney+ and Hayu among thousands of hours of content Air Canada is honoured to have earned the 2024 APEX Best in Entertainment Award in North America for its in-flight entertainment (IFE) offering, presented last night at the APEX Awards in Lisbon. This is the first time the airline has won this APEX award, which is based on ratings the organization received from thousands of passengers who flew with Air Canada. "I am extremely proud of the recognition as 2024 APEX Best in Entertainment Award in North America, reflecting the unparalleled entertainment offering onboard our aircraft. With thousands of hours of movies, TV shows and audio podcasts available, our customers clearly [...]

2024-03-28T12:00:13+02:00March 28th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

United Makes it Easier to Share Award Miles with Family and Friends

Source: United Airlines United becomes first major U.S. airline to allow members of its loyalty program, MileagePlus®, to pool their miles with family and friends into a joint account This new feature makes it easier for family members of all ages -- and groups to share and use miles for award travel MileagePlus miles pooling is now available on United.com Just in time for summer travel planning, United today launched MileagePlus miles pooling – a new way for MileagePlus members to contribute and combine their miles into a joint account. Available on United.com, groups of up to five members can now share and redeem miles in one linked account. United allows any MileagePlus member – whether relatives or close friends [...]

2024-03-27T07:10:17+02:00March 27th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

United Becomes First Airline to Add New, Larger Overhead Bins to Embraer E175 Aircraft

Source: United Airlines New bins will be available on 50 aircraft by the end of this year and can accommodate up to 29 more bags per flight, helping make room for everyone's carry-on United Airlines announced today that it is installing new, larger overhead bins on its Skywest operated Embraer E175 fleet that will provide more room for passengers' roll aboard carry-on bags. These new bins will be available on 50 aircraft with a 76-seat configuration by the end of this year. United may expand the E175 larger overhead bins offering to more than 150 aircraft by the end of 2026. United is the first airline to offer these larger overhead bins on E175 airplanes and estimates this move will [...]

2024-03-26T17:28:14+02:00March 26th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Issues Annual Report Highlighting its Achievements in 2023

Source: Air Canada Airline had record operating revenue, advanced strategic initiatives Air Canada today issued its 2023 Annual Report highlighting the carrier's achievements for the year. In addition to its strong financial results, including record annual revenue, the airline made progress on key strategic initiatives. The report is available in the Investor Relations section of www.aircanada.com. "Air Canada delivered very strong results in 2023. We met key financial objectives and advanced or exceeded most of our strategic and operational goals for the year, demonstrating our ability to perform consistently," said Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada. "We continued to renew our fleet with more fuel-efficient and comfortable aircraft, and we expanded our network and products to [...]

2024-03-26T17:21:45+02:00March 26th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

First look: Delta employees preview new uniform prototypes

Source: Delta   In partnership with GPS Apparel by Gap Inc., Delta is bringing to life prototypes of an all-new, modern and “distinctly Delta” uniform collection, which features details that pay homage to the airline's brand identity and heritage. After more than a year and a half of development and design, Delta employees are getting a first look at prototypes of an all-new, modern and “distinctly Delta” uniform collection – one created with feedback from the airline’s 70,000 uniformed employees (including airport customer service agents, cargo agents, flight attendants, ground equipment mechanics and aircraft technicians) at the center of the design process. Since 2022, Delta has partnered with GPS Apparel by Gap Inc. to bring the new prototype collection to [...]

2024-03-25T19:50:46+02:00March 25th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Flybondi is looking to recruit foreign pilots

Source: Flybondi Flybondi, the first low-cost airline in Argentina, is looking for foreign Pilots to add to its team. The airline, which is currently implementing its growth plan, has opened the search for pilots who have more than 5,000 flight hours in total and with experience flying 28-ton plus aircraft for its fleet of Boeing 737-800 NG aircraft. "This search will be of interest to those pilots who are eager to fly in the Argentine market, in a company that is different from the rest and is in constant growth," said Eduardo Gáspari, Flybondi's Chief Operations Officer. "Flybondi is the greatest growing airline in the last few years, and we will continue to expand our fleet, add new routes and [...]

2024-03-25T19:39:12+02:00March 25th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Ruby Rebel: Virgin Atlantic Kicks off 40th Birthday Celebrations Naming New Aircraft After Sir Richard Branson

Source: Virgin Atlantic Ruby Rebel is the airline’s newest Airbus A330neo named in honour of Sir Richard Branson.  Aircraft will feature brand new flying icon with registration G-VSRB. Virgin Atlantic celebrates its 40th birthday on 22nd June 2024. In the year that Virgin Atlantic turns 40, the airline will pay homage to its founder, Sir Richard Branson, by naming its latest state of the art aircraft in his honour.  Ruby Rebel, registration G-VSRB, will salute Sir Richard and mark 40 years of Virgin Atlantic shaking up the travel industry. The airline’s fifth Airbus A330neo, which will enter service from May, will also feature a brand-new flying icon, inspired by Sir Richard and the rebellious spirit that’s always driven Virgin Atlantic to do [...]

2024-03-25T19:59:23+02:00March 25th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|