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MIA travel tips ahead of busy Spring Break travel week

Source: MIA More than 5.7 million passengers are expected at Miami International Airport during its 33-day Spring Break travel season currently ongoing and that will run until  4 April 2025, which is a 3% increase over the same period last year. The season’s busiest week is projected to be from March 16 to 23, when more than 1.4 million passengers are expected at the global gateway, for an average of nearly 180,000 passengers per day. Miami-Dade County grade schools start spring break on March 21. With record-breaking travel expected this week, MIA is providing the following travel tips: Check-In: Arrive at MIA three hours before your flight to give yourself enough time for parking, airline check-in, and the security screening [...]

2025-03-19T00:59:03+02:00March 19th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|
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The Regional Airline Association Applauds Nomination of Bryan K. Bedford as FAA Administrator

Source: RAA The Regional Airline Association (RAA) applauds the White House on the nomination of Bryan K. Bedford, CEO of Republic Airways as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator. RAA strongly supports this nomination and urges the Senate to swiftly confirm Bedford so he can begin to advance policies that ensure safety and reliability, while strengthening our national airspace system. RAA also thanks and commends Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau, who stepped up as Acting Administrator on January 29 and has provided strong leadership for the Agency during a particularly critical time. “For more than two decades, I have been privileged to see firsthand the visionary leadership Bryan brought as CEO of Republic Airways, where he led the organization through decades [...]

2025-03-19T01:06:03+02:00March 19th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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U.S. Air Travel Consumer Report: December 2024, Full Year 2024 Numbers

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of December 2024 and calendar year 2024 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, and oversales. The ATCR is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by airlines. For December 2024, 0.7% of flights were cancelled, higher than the 0.4% cancellation rate for December 2023. In 2024, 1.4% of flights were cancelled, higher than the 1.3% cancellation rate in 2023. Flight Operations The 627,365 flights operated in December 2024 were 103.91% of the 603,756 flights operated in December 2023. Operated flights in December 2024 were up 3.91% year-over-year [...]

2025-03-19T01:13:03+02:00March 19th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Air Canada Is Named One of Montreal’s Top Employers for the 12th Consecutive Year

Source: Air Canada Airline recognized for its human resource practices, employee health and well-being programs Air Canada has once again been recognized, for the 12th consecutive year, as one of Montreal's top employers for 2025 in the latest edition of the Montréal's Top Employers Awards. This award reflects the company's commitment to employees and its efforts to create a positive and inclusive work environment. With more than 10,000 employees at its headquarters in Montreal, more than 1,100 weekly flights at its Montreal-Trudeau global hub connecting Montreal to over 110 destinations across Canada and internationally, Air Canada is a significant contributor to Montreal's economic success. Air Canada is Canada's largest private sector company offering bilingual services across Canada and is proud [...]

2025-03-18T16:43:46+02:00March 18th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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Behind the bar: Innovative spirits join American’s lounge offerings

Source: American Airlines American Airlines is shaking things up in the Admirals Club® and Flagship®lounges this spring with fresh new spirits perfect for any getaway.Along with more than 40 spirit options, customers can now kick back with a glass of Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey or Still G.I.N., By Dre and Snoop, two perfect options for sipping* on while waiting for their next flight. Premium-spirit Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop is a modern, defiantly smooth clean light gin. Notes of tangerine, jasmine and coriander give an aromatic finish that makes any cocktail lover feel like they have a little more swagger than most. The dynamic duo engineered a masterpiece gin that’s been designed to complement every mixer and taste. Launched [...]

2025-03-18T16:48:06+02:00March 18th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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IATA CO2 Connect Enhanced with SAF Accounting

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has enhanced its IATA CO2 Connect emissions calculator to account for carbon emissions reductions related to the usage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This follows the recent publication of the IATA SAF Accounting & Reporting Methodology which includes specific accounting rules and practices on how to include SAF in per-passenger CO2 data. Initially, CO2 Connect will apply equal per-passenger emission reductions across an airline’s network, meaning that all flights will benefit from an equal (percentage) reduction based on total SAF purchases. In future enhancements, the ability to allocate per-passenger SAF emission reductions to specific routes will be added. “Corporations and individual travelers want to clearly understand how sustainable their flying is. And, [...]

2025-03-18T16:53:57+02:00March 18th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Frontier Airlines Is Ready to Be Your New Love: Low Fares, Free Bags, and More!

Source: Frontier Airlines Breaking up with your old airline? We're here for you! "Your New Love" includes free carry-on, free checked bag (with promo code), free seat selection, and free flight changes Some airlines have changed. They've raised fees, taken away perks, and made travel feel like a one-sided relationship. If your airline is treating you like an afterthought, maybe it's time to file for divorce. Frontier is here for the rebound - offering a fresh start with an unbeatable deal. For all bookings for nonstop travel starting today through Aug. 18, customers can receive the Economy Bundle for FREE1, with perks travelers love, including a free carry-on bag, free seat selection, and free flight changes. Plus, we're throwing in [...]

2025-03-18T16:51:02+02:00March 18th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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A New Era of Collaboration Takes Off to Strengthen Aviation in Latin America and the Caribbean

Source: ALTA I am thrilled to begin my role today as CEO of the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), a position I take on alongside my current responsibilities as Regional Vice President for the Americas at the International Air Transport Association (IATA). My focus is on addressing the needs of ALTA’s members—including airlines responsible for more than 80% of the region’s air traffic—and promoting a more integrated, efficient, and sustainable aviation ecosystem. Aviation is key to the social and economic prosperity of our region. In 2023, air transport generated 8.3 million jobs and contributed 240 billion dollars to Latin America and the Caribbean’s GDP. ALTA plays a fundamental role in making air travel more accessible to a larger number [...]

2025-03-17T16:55:40+02:00March 17th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Federal, state lawmakers have honored Delta for a century of service and innovation

Source: Delta Air Lines Federal lawmakers this week introduced bipartisan, bicameral resolutions in the U.S. Congress honoring Delta for its Centennial anniversary. They join a handful of policymakers across the U.S. who are honoring Delta for a century of service and for “100 years of connecting people to the world and each other.” Georgia U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock together with Utah Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis introduced a resolution in the U.S. Senate. Additionally, Georgia U.S. Reps. Nikema Williams (GA-5) and Brian Jack (GA-3) introduced a resolution in the U.S. House, co-sponsored by Reps. Buddy Carter (GA-1), Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Hank Johnson (GA-04), Lucy McBath (GA-06), Rich McCormick (GA-07), Mike Collins (GA-10), Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), Rick Allen [...]

2025-03-17T17:10:36+02:00March 17th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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Aviation in Latin America Takes Off in 2025 with Passenger Traffic Growth in January

Source: ALTA The region starts the year with 42.3 million passengers carried, driven by the reactivation of routes and increased tourism demand The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) has released the region's traffic data for January 2025, reporting a total of 42.3 million passengers, marking a 2.4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This growth was driven by the reactivation of routes, the adoption of open skies policies, and the rising demand for tourism travel. The Brazilian domestic market played a key role in this expansion, adding 438,000 passengers, accounting for 44% of the region’s total growth. Intra-regional traffic also saw a significant increase, reaching 5.3 million passengers, with the Lima – Santiago route standing [...]

2025-03-14T17:43:01+02:00March 14th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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