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Celebrating 100 Years of the Climb: Delta Releases 2024 “Delta Difference” Report

Source: Delta Air Lines For a century, Delta has been a company that puts people first – and that core value continues to shape how the global airline cares for employees, customers, communities and the environment. The 2024 Delta Difference report is a celebration of Delta’s mindset to keep climbing toward a more sustainable future of travel, while taking care of communities alongside the airline’s greatest differentiator – its people. “Delta embarked on our 100th year in 2024,” said CEO Ed Bastian. “While some companies credit innovation or leadership for this kind of milestone, at Delta, it’s because of our people, who are the Delta Difference, that we’ve made it this far and will continue soaring into the next century.” Creating a [...]

2025-05-22T08:38:30+03:00May 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Spirit Airlines Announces Top Summer Destinations Redeemed by Free Spirit® Members

Source: Spirit Airlines The top redeemed flights include summer getaways across the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean Spirit Airlines' Guests are soaring into summer by exchanging their Free Spirit points for a warm getaway to enjoy tropical beaches and major attractions. Just in time for the summer travel season, the Free Spirit loyalty program today revealed the top destinations redeemed by members for June 1 through Aug. 31, 2025, including destinations with beautiful coastlines, rich culture and world-class entertainment across Florida, Nevada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Colombia. Free Spirit makes it easy for travelers to redeem points for flights, with redemptions available on every flight starting as low as 2,500 points. Free Spirit's Top U.S. Summer Redemptions* Fort Lauderdale [...]

2025-05-22T08:45:59+03:00May 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

ACI-LAC Drives Circular Economy in the Airport Industry

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC drives airport sustainability with its new report on circular economy, providing a strategic roadmap for more resilient and efficient airports Airports Council International – Latin America & Caribbean (ACI-LAC) has published its latest report, Circular Economy in Airports, providing a strategic guide for airports in the region to adopt sustainable and resilient practices through the implementation of circular economy principles. Airports are embracing circular strategies to transform construction, operations, and resource management, moving away from the traditional linear model. This report presents a structured framework to support this transition and optimize the use of materials and water. Additionally, it highlights success stories in the region, demonstrating how circular economy practices can enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. The [...]

2025-05-21T08:20:38+03:00May 21st, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines celebrates 25 years of supporting the American Black Film Festival

Source: American Airlines For 25 years, American Airlines has proudly partnered with the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) to uplift filmmaker stories and connect customers to a vast array of content and offerings throughout their travel journey. ABFF has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry for nearly three decades. It has served as a springboard for countless actors, writers and directors — many of whom were previously unknown — helping to reshape the narratives of film and television. To celebrate this milestone anniversary, American is launching a sweepstakes for AAdvantage®members for the chance to win two DECO passes to the American Black Film Festival and 125,000 AAdvantage® miles. Members can enter by providing their AAdvantage® number and contact [...]

2025-05-21T08:38:46+03:00May 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia’s activity in Spain contributed €13 billion to GDP and generated 177,000 jobs in 2024

Source: Iberia Iberia’s operations generated €13.227 billion in Spain’s GDP, representing 0.87% of the national GDP and more than 177,469 jobs, or 0.9% of total employment in Spain, according to a report by PwC. The airline’s corporate contribution amounted to €4.388 billion in GDP and over 34,000 jobs, while passenger spending contributed €8.839 billion and 142,987 jobs. Iberia’s purpose is to generate prosperity by connecting people with the world. The airline collaborates with around 20 non-profit organizations on projects primarily focused on child health, education, disability, refugees, at-risk groups, and humanitarian emergency aid. Tourism is one of Spain’s main engines of job creation and wealth, and aviation is a key player in generating prosperity in the communities where it operates. [...]

2025-05-21T08:30:32+03:00May 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Neste starts to supply sustainable aviation fuel to FedEx at Los Angeles International Airport, marking the first major U.S. SAF deployment by FedEx

Source: Neste Photo: FedEx Neste and FedEx, the world's largest express cargo airline, have agreed on the supply of 8,800 metric tons (more than three million gallons) of blended Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ to FedEx at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). It is the largest SAF purchase by a U.S. cargo airline at LAX to-date. The fuel blend purchase will account for roughly a fifth of all jet fuel consumed annually by FedEx at LAX*. This fuel purchase by FedEx marks the first major U.S. SAF deployment by FedEx and builds upon years of the company's efforts to co-create innovative sustainable aviation technologies with other industry leaders. Through this agreement, FedEx has purchased blended fuel from Neste that includes [...]

2025-05-21T08:43:31+03:00May 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News, SUPPLIERS|

Airbus next-generation Skynet satellite reaches major milestone

Source: Airbus Skynet 6A will provide the UK with next-generation military communications The UK’s next-generation military communications satellite - Skynet 6A - has successfully completed the coupling of its communications and service modules. The spacecraft - designed and built at Airbus’ Stevenage and Portsmouth plants - will provide vital communications services for Britain’s armed forces and achieved the major milestone at the National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) in Harwell, Oxfordshire. The NSTF is operated by the Science and Technology Facilities Council’s RAL Space. “This significant development in the programme will allow Airbus to complete final baseline testing at our Stevenage site, followed by environmental testing back at NSTF later this year,” said Airbus Defence and Space UK Chairman Ben Bridge. [...]

2025-05-21T08:16:25+03:00May 21st, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Tim Arel appointed Chair of CANSO

Source: CANSO Tim Arel has been appointed Chair of CANSO for a two-year term. The appointment was announced immediately after CANSO’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lisbon. Tim Arel, who currently serves as Chief Operating Officer of the ATO of FAA, has four decades’ experience in the air traffic management industry. Mr Arel said: “I am honoured to take on the role of Chair at such a pivotal time for the air traffic management industry. As we navigate complex challenges and rapid technological change, collaboration across the sector has never been more critical. I look forward to working closely with industry leaders to shape a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future for aviation.” Tim began his career as an air [...]

2025-05-20T08:33:26+03:00May 20th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Now booking on Delta: New product names and travel experiences, flying this fall

Source: Delta Air Lines Customers can now shop and book tickets for travel on or after Oct. 1 will start to see a new shopping experience when on Delta.com and in the Fly Delta app – one that lets them shop for and select the travel that best suits their needs and preferences.   As Delta looks ahead to the next 100 years of flight, we are updating the way you shop for flights – offering more choice and greater clarity, aiming to provide travel experiences that can be customized to your personal preferences. As part of this evolution, we’re refreshing our product names and introducing booking experiences tailored to your travel needs and priorities. What’s changing?  Starting May 15 for [...]

2025-05-20T08:25:05+03:00May 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Wander West, Edmontonians: WestJet adds two domestic routes from Edmonton International Airport

Source: WestJet Airline also increases capacity to Vancouver Island and Northwest Territories WestJet has announced the return of non-stop service between Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Kamloops, B.C. as well as the introduction of all-new service to Prince George, B.C. Beginning the first week of July, WestJet Encore will operate the routes twice per week throughout the peak summer travel season onboard the De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400) aircraft. "Restoring service to Kamloops and introducing service to Prince George is a direct reflection of Canadians' interest in exploring their own backyard this summer," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "With more flights and more seats in key Western Canadian markets, we're giving Canadians better access to [...]

2025-05-20T07:46:03+03:00May 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|