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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|

There’s snow place like YEG: Spread the magic of winter around the world

Source: Edmonton International Airport YEG Are you looking for the perfect souvenir from Edmonton to take on your travels? Edmonton International Airport (YEG) has an exciting new option, exclusively available at the airport! Our brand-new Snow Vending Machine has been added to our expansive retail options to help you shop, dine and relax at YEG. Every bottle of snow is filled with perfectly packed snowflakes sourced from the latest snowfalls in our region. No two snowflakes are alike. For instance, take home a piece of history with limited-edition snow from the recent record-breaking cold snap in January. This snow is guaranteed to have been -45°C at one point. Wow your friends with this unique souvenir! Imagine the look on people's [...]

2024-04-01T18:29:47+03:00April 1st, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

ACI Europe and ETC celebrate entry of Bulgaria and Romania into Schengen area starting with air and sea borders

Source: ACI Europe A landmark development for air and sea transport in South-Eastern Europe set to bolster societal cohesion and facilitate travel between Romania, Bulgaria and other Schengen Zone countries. ACI EUROPE and the European Travel Commission celebrate the first stage of Romania and Bulgaria's accession to the Schengen Area today as controls at air and sea borders are lifted. This momentous first step is set to bolster social cohesion and deepen European integration. Olivier Jankovec, ACI EUROPE Director General said: "Schengen is part of the fundamental fabric of European air travel, allowing a smoother passenger experience and more efficient operations with faster connecting times and streamlined checks. Facilitating  travel for EU citizens in Romania and Bulgaria is an important [...]

2024-04-01T18:39:22+03:00April 1st, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

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|

FAA Invests $27 Million on Research to Reduce Emmissions and Noise

Source: FAA Research teams from universities nationwide are working on a variety of aviation environmental topics including sustainable aviation fuels, aircraft emissions, and noise impacts with support from Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants. The FAA is awarding $27.2 million to 11 U.S. universities as part of its Aviation Sustainability Center (ASCENT) program. The awards will be matched in-kind by the Center’s partners under the grants program one-to-one cost sharing agreement. “The work of these teams is a cornerstone of the FAA’s sustainability efforts,” said FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker. “The entire aviation industry can leverage this research to reduce noise and enable safe and efficient operations while working toward net-zero emissions by 2050.” ASCENT grants will support the work of these universities: The [...]

2024-03-29T06:40:03+02:00March 29th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

TSA PreCheck® program adds eight new airlines

Source: TSA Eligible passengers can use TSA PreCheck lanes when traveling from the US on nearly 100 airlines Bahamasair and Iberia among the newest additions The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today the expansion of its TSA PreCheck program with the addition of Air Premia, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Transat, Bahamasair, BermudAir, Iberia, La Compagnie and New Pacific Airlines. TSA PreCheck is an expedited screening program enabling low-risk travelers to enjoy a secure and efficient screening experience at more than 200 U.S. state and territory airports, including at the Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau, Bahamas. TSA PreCheck passengers travel with ease and may keep their shoes, belts and light jackets on and are not required to remove laptops, 3-1-1 [...]

2024-03-29T07:14:52+02:00March 29th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

In the U.S.: Pilot Production Remains Strong as Demand Slows

Source: ALPA As Congress continues work on the reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which is now on its third short-term extension that expires on May 10, the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) urged caution in making arbitrary changes to the safest aviation system in the world. ALPA pointed to newly released FAA pilot-production data showing that the United States continues to certificate more airline pilots each month than in the years prior to COVID-19—more than 11,000 in the last 12 months alone. This comes as financial analysts are reporting that “demand is fulfilled,” there is “a surplus of airline pilots,” and several U.S. airlines have scaled back pilot hiring. “Now is not the time to introduce uncertainty into [...]

2024-03-29T06:26:16+02:00March 29th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

283 Destinations can be reached from Frankfurt Am Main Airport this coming summer

Source: Frankfurt Airport Frankfurt Airport’s new summer schedule will come into force on March 31, in tandem with the changeover to daylight saving time in Germany. The coming summer season will see a total of 83 airlines flying to 283 destinations in 90 countries around the world. This means Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will remain Germany’s most important international aviation hub with the largest number of intercontinental destinations. The summer schedule will apply until October 27. The new timetable includes additional European destinations. In Norway, Harstad/Narvik Airport (EVE), serving the Lofoten archipelago, will enjoy non-stop flights from Frankfurt for the first time in summer 2024: passengers can fly twice a week to this destination on Discover Airlines (4Y) from May 16. [...]

2024-03-29T06:31:08+02:00March 29th, 2024|AIRPORTS, 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|