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TSA and AFGE Reach New Collective Bargaining Agreement

Source: TSA TSA has reached a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), which will take effect on May 24. The new agreement will provide benefits for all TSA bargaining unit employees comprised of non-supervisory screening officers. AFGE approved the agreement through the ratification process followed by Agency Head Approval and reflects the expanded scope of bargaining permitted under the 2022 Determination on Transportation Security Officers and Collective Bargaining. "Since joining TSA in 2017, my paramount focus at TSA has been supporting the dedicated professionals who ensure the security of our transportation systems every day," said TSA Administrator David Pekoske. "I extend sincere appreciation to the collective bargaining teams from TSA and AFGE for [...]

2024-05-17T09:09:11+03:00May 17th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Traveling well: Delta releases 2023 ESG Report

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta shares their 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report, which shows how the global, values-led airline is creating a safer, more equitable workplace that reflects the communities that it serves while advancing a more sustainable future of travel. Delta’s 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report shares how the global, values-led airline is creating a safer, more equitable workplace that reflects the communities that it serves while advancing a more sustainable future of travel. “In 2023, the people of Delta Air Lines led the industry, strengthening our trusted global brand by consistently delivering operational excellence, unmatched financial performance and the welcoming, caring and elevated service our customers deserve,” said CEO Ed Bastian. “Once again, Delta’s longstanding values of [...]

2024-05-16T09:38:22+03:00May 16th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Caribbean Airlines welcomes you to Puerto Rico starting next July

Source: Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines announced the expansion of its route network with the launch of a new service to San Juan, Puerto Rico, commencing July 14, 2024; subject to approval by the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Authority (TTCAA) and pending approval by the Government of Barbados. This strategic addition sees the airline operating flights three (3) times per week from its base in Trinidad, offering convenient connections via Barbados, to other destinations across the region. Cargo services will also be available on these flights. Caribbean Airlines flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico open for sale from May 2, via the company’s website, Reservations Sales Call Centre, Ticket Offices and Travel Agents. San Juan flight schedule: DAYS STARTING JUL [...]

2024-05-16T10:19:58+03:00May 16th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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The land of Fire and Ice awaits: The WestJet Group inaugurates non-stop service between Calgary and Iceland

Source: WestJet With the departure of the sold-out WestJet Flight 38, WestJet marks its seventh direct connection to Europe from its global hub in Calgary this summer The WestJet Group celebrated the takeoff of its highly anticipated service between Calgary and Reykjavik (Keflavik). The exclusive service, linking the Group's global hub in Calgary to Iceland, not only bolsters the airline's efforts to enhance YYC Calgary International Airport's connectivity but reinforces the city's standing as the best connected mid-sized city in North America. "Iceland offers one of the most geologically diverse and breathtaking landscapes in the world and we are thrilled to provide convenient direct access to Reykjavik as we continue to expand our European network," said Angela Avery, WestJet Group, [...]

2024-05-16T09:23:40+03:00May 16th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Heart Aerospace opens new Research and Development hub in the USA, enters new development phase for hybrid-electric airplane

Source: Heart Aerospace   Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker, Heart Aerospace, announces a significant milestone with the opening of a new Research and Development hub in the United States. This strategic move comes as the company prepares to enter a new phase of hardware testing in the development of its first regional hybrid-electric airplane, the ES-30. The Los Angeles-based R&D hub will focus on the advancement of Heart’s hybrid-electric propulsion system and other key technologies. The company will relocate its full-scale aircraft demonstrator to the US, where it aims to demonstrate proof of concept of a new and innovative hybrid propulsion system. To lead the US R&D hub, Heart Aerospace has appointed Benjamin Stabler as Chief Technology Officer. Stabler, who has led hardware [...]

2024-05-16T10:00:43+03:00May 16th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|
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Airlines for America (A4A) predicts record-setting summer travel season for US airlines

Source: A4A Airlines for America (A4A)– the industry trade organization for leading U.S. airlines – forecasts U.S. airlines will carry 271 million passengers across the globe this summer (June 1 – August 31), a 6.3% increase from last summer. This is a new record that surpasses the previous one set in summer 2023, during which U.S. airlines transported 255 million customers. To accommodate this demand, U.S. passenger carriers will offer more flights this summer with more than 26,000 scheduled flights per day – up nearly 1,400 from last summer. “U.S. airlines are excited to fly a record number of travelers this summer,” Rebecca Spicer, A4A Senior Vice President of Communications said. “Our carriers have adjusted their schedules to adapt to [...]

2024-05-16T10:05:39+03:00May 16th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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ALTA welcomes a new airline: Star Peru

Source: ALTA Since March 1997, Star Peru has maintained a strong commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence. The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) is pleased to announce the joining of Star Peru as a new member airline. Membership that further strengthens the network of 46 airlines responsible for over 80% of passenger traffic in the region that actively collaborate to promote the safe, efficient and sustainable development of the airline industry for the benefit of the communities and countries in the region. “We are excited to welcome the entire Star Peru team as members of our association,” stated José Ricardo Botelho, ALTA's Executive Director & CEO, “The joining of Star Peru enhances the dynamics of our [...]

2024-05-15T20:27:36+03:00May 15th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Aena’s airports in Spain registered more than 25.6 million passengers in April

Source: Aena 7.8% more than in April 2023 Between January and April, the number of passengers exceeded 86.4 million, 11.6% more than in the same period in 2023 In April, 221,183 aircraft movements were operated A record 101,110 tonnes of cargo were transported The Easter holidays in 2024 were in March, not in April as in 2023 The airports of the Aena network in Spain have closed the fourth month of 2024 with an all-time record of passengers, aircraft movements and cargo in the month of April, thus maintaining the upward trend since the beginning of the year and most of last year. In April 2024, which included Holy Week unlike the previous year, Aena welcomed 25,669,281 passengers, marking a [...]

2024-05-15T20:31:48+03:00May 15th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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Fraport Traffic figures April 2024: Passenger and Freight volumes continue to grow

Source: Fraport The two Brazilian airports of Fortaleza (FOR) and Porto Alegre (POA) saw combined traffic slip by 3.6 percent to 936,854 passengers while Lima Airport (LIM) in Peru welcomed some 1.9 million travelers in April, a boost of 19.4 percent compared to the same month last year Some 5.1 million passengers traveled via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in April 2024 – an increase of nearly 5.6 percent year-on-year. Compared with pre-crisis levels, FRA’s passenger numbers in the reporting month were still around 15.6 percent below the figure seen in April 2019.1 Cargo volumes in Frankfurt (comprising airfreight and airmail) recorded strong growth, rising by 10.7 percent to 171,501 metric tons in April 2024. Aircraft movements also climbed by 5.8 percent [...]

2024-05-15T20:57:42+03:00May 15th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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A4A Supports House Passage of 2024 FAA Reauthorization

Source: Airlines for America (A4A) A4A greatly appreciates the work of bipartisan lawmakers for their commitment to securing a long-term reauthorization of the FAA and supports the legislation’s passage in the House this week. We are particularly grateful for the work of House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), as well as Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Garret Graves (R-LA) and Ranking Member Steve Cohen (D-TN) for working collaboratively to pass this legislation critical to the success of the U.S. airline industry and our indispensable network that drives our nation’s economy and global competitiveness. The bill was thoughtfully crafted by the leaders of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee and the Senate Commerce Committee [...]

2024-05-15T20:46:58+03:00May 15th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|
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