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TSA eGates public-private partnership enhances traveler experience

Source: TSA New electronic gates (eGates) are debuting at TSA security checkpoints to help expedite identity verification in select airports, thanks to a new TSA public-private partnership. The eGates allow TSA to automatically compare traveler biometrics with their identity document and boarding pass without the need for a human operator, enhancing efficiency and security. CLEAR, a private company operating under TSA's Registered Traveler Program, is piloting these specific eGates in coordination with TSA at no cost to U.S. taxpayers. "TSA's public-private partnership with CLEAR on eGates is just one example of how we are working with stakeholders both inside and outside of government to improve hospitality and security for the American traveler," said TSA Acting Deputy Administrator Adam Stahl. "eGates [...]

2025-08-20T04:27:08+03:00August 21st, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Caribbean Airlines delivers on its promise for easier connectivity between Dominica and Puerto Rico

Source: Caribbean Airlines Caribbean Airlines flights BW 296 and BW 297 were warmly welcomed upon their touchdown in Puerto Rico and Dominica respectively, as the airline commenced non-stop flights between the two destinations. As part of its destination promotion, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company hosted a Dominica based travel blogger to showcase the many attractions that Puerto Rico has to offer. Upon the return sector to Dominica, the aircraft was greeted to a water salute at Douglas-Charles International Airport, with tourism officials from Discover Dominica presenting tokens to arriving passengers. Commenting on the start-up of non-stop services, Willianette Robles Cancel, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company stated that "the tourism industry is a key component of the Caribbean [...]

2025-08-20T05:53:52+03:00August 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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Delta introduces faster bag drop, security and connections

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta is delivering a seamless travel experience — on the ground and in the air—through industry-leading government partnerships and cutting-edge technology.  Delta is delivering a seamless travel experience — on the ground and in the air—through industry-leading government partnerships and cutting-edge technology. Whether departing, connecting or arriving, customers are already benefiting from a simpler, faster journey. “No one better connects the world than Delta, and we want to make your connections – and travel experience as a whole – smoother, smarter and more efficient at every step of the journey,” said Greg Forbes, Managing Director – Airport Experience, “These initiatives rolling out and expanding this summer are big steps towards delivering on that promise." Checked in [...]

2025-08-20T05:06:32+03:00August 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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Frontier Airlines Is Offering Fares as Low as $38* Roundtrip to a Wide Variety of U.S. and International Destinations

Source: Frontier Airlines Two-Day Sale Unlocks Ultra-Low Cost Travel Throughout Month of September Frontier Airlines wants to be your new low fare airline, and is celebrating the end of summer with a limited-time sale to destinations throughout the U.S., the Caribbean, and Latin America. Today and tomorrow, travelers can access fares as low as $38* roundtrip on a wide variety of routes. To take advantage of this limited time offer, consumers must book travel on FlyFrontier.com or the Frontier mobile app by 11:59 pm EDT on August 21. "We're ending the summer with a bang by slashing fares across our network," said Jeff Werkheiser, senior director of brand and customer engagement, Frontier Airlines. "Now is the perfect time to plan [...]

2025-08-21T02:40:21+03:00August 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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On the go while on the fly: Provisions by Admirals Club lounge opens at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Source: American Airlines FORT WORTH, Texas — American Airlines continues to enhance the customer experience for Admirals Club® customers with the grand opening of the Provisions by Admirals Club℠ lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). This innovative grab-and-go lounge concept is a first-of-its-kind space for American at one of its largest hubs. Located in Concourse A next to gate A1, the space is designed for speed, simplicity and convenience. Quick access to personalized service, fresh food and beverage options allow customers to come and go with ease whether they’re looking for a quick snack or help with their travel journey. “We’re excited to open this new lounge space for our customers at CLT,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer [...]

2025-08-20T04:58:20+03:00August 21st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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UN Tourism/ICAO Ministerial Summit calls for enhanced cooperation to unlock Africa’s growth

Source: ICAO The second UN Tourism and ICAO Ministerial Conference on Tourism and Air Transport in Africa concluded with a unified call to enhance partnerships and collaboration to unlock the region's growth. Jointly organized by ICAO, UN Tourism, and the Government of Angola, the high-level event drew more than 300 international delegates around the theme "Accelerating Synergies for Resilient and Sustainable Growth". The three-day conference focused on strengthening the alignment between two of Africa's fastest-growing sectors: tourism and air transport. Both are critical enablers for job creation, innovation, and greater regional mobility. ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano commended the initiative's collaborative spirit: "Tourism and aviation must grow hand in hand. Through shared vision and policy coherence, we can drive sustainable [...]

2025-08-19T21:09:41+03:00August 20th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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May 2025 U.S. Airline Traffic Data Down 2.1% from the Same Month Last Year

Source: US DOT U.S. airlines carried 85.2 million systemwide (domestic and international) scheduled service passengers in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). When adjusted for seasonality, May enplanements are up 0.5% from April and down 3.5% from the all-time high reached in June 2024. BTS reported 74.2 million domestic passengers and 11 million international passengers on U.S. airlines flights in May, not adjusting for seasonality. U.S. airline traffic reports are filed monthly with BTS. See the tables that accompany this release on the BTS website for summary data since 2016 (Tables 1-24) and complete data since 2000. Trends (not seasonally adjusted) in U.S. airlines passenger enplanements May unadjusted  Systemwide enplanements (85.2M) were down 2.1% from the [...]

2025-08-19T21:59:35+03:00August 20th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Air Canada to Gradually Resume Service after Reaching a Mediated Settlement with its Flight Attendant Union

Source: Air Canada Customers may book and fly with confidence Air Canada said it will gradually restart its operations on this day after reaching a mediated agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) through a process overseen by a mutually agreed-to mediator, William Kaplan. Mediation discussions were begun on the basis that the union commit to have the airline's 10,000 flight attendants immediately return to work, allowing the airline to resume the operations of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge, which have been grounded since August 16. "The suspension of our service is extremely difficult for our customers. We deeply regret and apologize for the impact on them of this labour disruption. Our priority now is to get [...]

2025-08-19T22:00:15+03:00August 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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Frontier Airlines Offers Elite Gold Status Through 2026 to Members of Other Airline Loyalty Programs for Just $69

Source: Frontier Airlines Limited-Time Offer Provides Nearly 18 Months of Frontier Gold Benefits, Including a Free Carry-on Bag, Priority Boarding and More Frontier Airlines (Nasdaq: ULCC) wants to be your new low fare airline, and in partnership with Loyalty Status Co has announced an exclusive offer for members of select loyalty programs with other airlines so they can experience the premium perks of FRONTIER Miles, the most rewarding loyalty program in the sky. For a limited time, consumers with any level of loyalty program membership with Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines or Alaska Airlines can upgrade to Frontier Elite Gold status through December 2026 for just $69*. Elite Gold members enjoy many premium perks including: A free carry-on bag Zone [...]

2025-08-19T21:13:53+03:00August 20th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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H55’s All-Electric B23 Energic Concludes 8-State “Across America” Tour—100 Orders Secured Year-to-Date, With Additional Major Fleet Contracts Nearing Closure

Source: H55 H55's sales momentum accelerates with commitments from both flight schools and forward-looking aircraft owners proving that electric aviation is ready to scale and cementing H55's leadership in clean, quiet, cost-efficient aviation H55, the Swiss electric aviation pioneer born from the Solar Impulse project, has completed its landmark 8-state "Across America" tour, introducing its Electric Propulsion System (EPS) aboard the Bristell B23 Energic to flight schools, aircraft owners, professional pilots, aviation universities, the US Air Force, aviation enthusiasts and industry stakeholders. Over a four-month period, the aircraft completed 192 all-electric passenger flights, visiting 25 airports across Florida, Alabama, Arizona, Nevada, California, Colorado, Wisconsin, and New York—offering the U.S. market a firsthand experience of electric flight technology now ready for [...]

2025-08-19T21:05:37+03:00August 20th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|
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