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Iberia Maintenance Launches a Groundbreaking Course to Train and Hire Engine Maintenance Technicians

Source: Iberia Iberia Maintenance has opened a call to hire professionals from other branches within the vehicle maintenance field who are looking to transition into the world of aircraft engine Maintenance. This is a pioneering course developed by Iberia Maintenance, tailored to its specific needs, aimed at training students from intermediate-level Vocational Training programs in Transport, Vehicle Maintenance, and Automotive to switch this career path into aeronautics. The program enables them to become Aviation Turbine Engine Maintenance Technicians. Selected candidates will join Iberia through a permanent contract at the Iberia Engine Workshop — spanning over 35,000 square meters — where they will undergo a 500-hour theoretical and practical training program. Interested individuals can apply via this link: https://trabajaconnosotros.iberia.es/job/Formaci%C3%B3n-y-empleo-para-profesionales-del-Mantenimiento-de-Veh%C3%ADculos-o-Automoci%C3%B3n_-Taller-de-Motores/825973302/ The practical [...]

2025-08-11T21:12:15+03:00August 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

GenAIRations: How one family honors decades of friendship and legacy

Source: American Airlines On a brutally cold morning in 1989, Anthony “Tony” Davis hopped onto the American Airlines employee bus to make his way to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. A spry young pilot, he smiled and greeted everyone onboard with a cheerful “Good morning!” But it hadn’t been the best morning for Flight Attendant Susan Forrest. Susan, who joined American in 1987, had trouble getting to work because of the frigid weather, and she woke up early to scrape the ice off her car and fill up her tank before parking and catching the same bus. But Tony’s happy 5 a.m. spirit caught her eye. They ran into each other sometime later at a jazz concert in Arlington, Texas, [...]

2025-08-11T21:16:40+03:00August 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

TAP announces new routes for Summer 2026

Source: TAP Departing from Lisbon, Zagreb, Fuerteventura and Ibiza are TAP's new destinations in Europe. TAP will fly to two new destinations in Tunisia: Djerba and Monastir. Oujda is the new destination in Morocco. TAP takes advantage of seasonal expansion opportunities to plan and strengthen its network, taking into account its strategy between Europe and the Americas, as well as Africa. For Summer 2026, the Portuguese airline plans to launch six new routes: Ibiza and Fuerteventura, in Spain; Oujda, in Morocco; Zagreb, in Croatia; and Djerba and Monastir, in Tunisia. From June next year, TAP will offer two weekly flights from Lisbon to Ibiza and one from Lisbon to Fuerteventura, in Spain. TAP new flights in Spain and Zagreb, in [...]

2025-08-11T21:28:06+03:00August 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

LATAM Group Unveils Its New Premium Comfort Class with an Investment of Over US$100 Million

Source: LATAM LATAM group’s new Premium Comfort cabin will launch in 2027, offering passengers more space, privacy, and comfort on long-haul flights. This initiative is part of the long-haul experience strategy, which includes the progressive modernization of the fleet. LATAM, the leading airline group in South America, has announced its new Premium Comfort cabin, a proposal set to transform the experience on long-haul international flights. With an investment of over US$100 million, this initiative highlights LATAM’s commitment to innovation, design, and customer satisfaction, providing a mid-tier option that combines comfort, service, and cutting-edge technology. Positioned between the Premium Business and Economy cabins, the new Premium Comfort cabin is designed for travelers seeking the ideal balance between rest and productivity. This [...]

2025-08-07T21:36:41+03:00August 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia breaks its capacity record with Latin America in 2025: 5.5 million seats

Source: Iberia The growth in the number of seats for travel between Latin America and Europe is 5% higher than the figures for 2024, allowing the airline to continue consolidating its leading position in this air corridor Iberia will exceed 350 weekly frequencies during the year, a figure higher than the maximum of 330 it had in 2024 Iberia's commitment to Latin America has been reflected this year in capacity increases in markets such as Peru, Chile, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, among others More and more customers from Latin America are using the Hola Madrid stopover programme, which allows Iberia passengers to stay in Madrid for up to nine nights at no additional cost on their way to [...]

2025-08-08T06:01:14+03:00August 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Six For ’26: American Airlines announces new international routes for next summer

Source: American Airlines American continues to grow its comprehensive global network by adding six new routes to Europe and expanding service to South America for summer 2026. For travelers awed by stunning architecture or wanting to dip into a thermal bath, American will be the only carrier offering nonstop service from the U.S. to Budapest, Hungary. Across other destinations in Europe, American will add new service to Prague, and offer new routes to Athens, Greece; Milan; and Zurich. Keep the bags packed for summer vacation as American Airlines announces six new routes to Europe and South America for travelers to experience in summer 2026. American will debut new service to Prague (PRG) and the only nonstop service from the U.S. [...]

2025-08-07T21:35:29+03:00August 8th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Copa Holdings Reports 2Q25r Financial Results – It took delivery of 3 Boeing 737 MAX 8 for a consolidated fleet of 115 aircraft

Source: Copa Holdings  Copa Holdings1, S.A. has announced financial results for the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25), delivering another quarter of solid profitability and operational excellence. Key highlights include: Net profit of US$148.9 million or US$3.61 per share, which represents an earnings per share (EPS) increase of 25.2% compared to 2Q24. Net margin of 17.7% and an operating margin of 21.0%, an increase of 3.0 percentage points and 1.5 percentage points, respectively, compared to 2Q24. Revenue per available seat mile (RASM) of 10.7 cents, down 2.8% compared to 2Q24. Operating cost per available seat mile (CASM) decreased by 4.6% compared to 2Q24 to 8.5 cents, and CASM excluding fuel (Ex-fuel CASM) increased 3.2% year over year to 5.8 cents. The Company [...]

2025-08-07T00:58:36+03:00August 7th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Redefines How Members Earn Aeroplan Points and Achieve Aeroplan Elite Status

Source: Air Canada Members will earn points based on dollars spent, versus distance flown New structure designed to better reward the program's most engaged members Frequent bonus points offers and promotions will help members earn rewards faster August 6, 2025 - Effective for travel on or after January 1, 2026, Aeroplan members will earn points on eligible Air Canada flights based on dollars spent rather than the distance they travel. On the same date, Air Canada will introduce Status Qualifying Credits (SQC), a new single path for achieving Aeroplan Elite status, that will change how members qualify for status based on their activities from January 1, 2026 onward. Members will be able to get SQC through eligible flight purchases, Aeroplan [...]

2025-08-07T00:55:20+03:00August 7th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Allegiant Announces New Nonstop Routes to 12 Cities, Expanding Florida Footprint

Source: Allegiant Allegiant Travel Company has announced seven new nonstop routes connecting 12 cities across the country, including a new destination: Fort Myers, Florida via Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $49.* The new routes, launching this fall, will provide convenient, nonstop service between these cities and expand Allegiant's growing presence in popular leisure destinations. As more travelers seek value-driven travel options, Allegiant remains dedicated to making dream vacations possible with budget-friendly fares and excellent customer service. "This expansion reflects our commitment to connecting underserved communities with affordable, convenient travel options," said Drew Wells, Allegiant's chief commercial officer. "By adding Fort Myers and increasing service to multiple beach cities, we're providing [...]

2025-08-07T00:45:34+03:00August 7th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Cathay Pacific Orders 14 More Boeing 777-9 Passenger Jets

Source: Boeing Long-time 777 operator to expand and renew fleet with fuel-efficient 777-9 widebody jets Order makes Cathay Pacific the largest 777-9 operator in Asia Pacific Boeing and Cathay Pacific have announced the Hong Kong-based carrier is ordering 14 more 777-9 passenger jets, bringing its order book to 35 of the world's largest twin-engine airplane. Designed to reduce fuel use and emissions on average by 20% and noise by 40% compared to the airplanes it replaces, the 777-9 will enable Cathay Pacific to efficiently meet growing air travel demand across key global markets. "We plan to expand and renew our fleet with the additional 777-9 aircraft, enabling us to continue our rich history of connecting the world with our Hong Kong hub," [...]

2025-08-07T00:42:13+03:00August 7th, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, MANUFACTURERS, News|