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5 ways the Delta app can save you time at the airport this season

Source: Delta Air Lines Taking to the skies this holiday season? Whether you’re a seasoned road warrior or an every-now-and-then adventurer, Delta’s app helps you stay informed and in control throughout your journey. With digital time-savers like interactive airport maps and self-service standby options, the app is your ultimate travel companion –this holiday, and every day. That’s why more than 97% of SkyMiles Medallion Members use the app to manage their day-of travel experience. Whatever your travel profile, discover how the app can help you breeze through the airport and focus on what matters most: enjoying your journey. 1. Checking a bag? Use App Bag Drop to save time in the lobby. Delta’s App Bag Drop – now in ATL, [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-28T17:05:18+02:00November 28th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

October Air Passenger Demand Growth Accelerates to 6.6% according to IATA

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 6.6% compared to October 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 5.8% year-on-year. The October load factor was 84.6% (+0.7 ppt compared to October 2024). International demand rose 8.5% compared to October 2024. Capacity was up 7.1% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.6% (+1.1 ppt compared to October 2024). Domestic demand increased 3.4% compared to October 2024. Capacity was up 3.6% year-on-year. The load factor was 84.6% (-0.1 ppt compared to October 2024). "October was a strong month for air travel with demand up 6.6% on the [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-28T17:11:52+02:00November 28th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada Unveils Celebratory Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Team Livery Featuring Canadian Athletes Headed to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games

Source: Air Canada Air Canada will transport more than 750 athletes and delegation members to and from the Games Eight Team Canada members named Team Air Canada Athlete Ambassadors Livery features images of Team Air Canada Athlete Ambassadors on Fin 940, an Airbus A330 Air Canada proudly unveiled a special livery honouring our Canadian Olympians and Paralympians competing in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This bold design on Fin 940, an Airbus A330, features images of Team Air Canada Athlete Ambassadors and embodies the strength, dedication and national pride of Team Canada. The first scheduled flight for this special Team Canada livery is flight AC894 today headed for Milan! As the Official Airline of Team Canada, [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-28T16:40:16+02:00November 28th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Air Cargo Demand Sets New Record in October, up 4.1%, Marking Eight Straight Months of Growth

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to October 2024 levels (+4.8% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 5.1% compared to October 2024 (+6.4% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 4.1% year-on-year in October, marking the eighth consecutive month of expansion and setting a new monthly record for volumes. While the Asia-North America trade lane extended its contraction to six months, October saw double-digit or near double-digit growth within Asia, between the Middle East and Europe, and between Europe and Asia. This shifting growth pattern shows that air cargo is [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-28T16:49:42+02:00November 28th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Toshiyuki Onuma of Japan elected President of the ICAO Council

Source: ICAO From left to right: Mr Toshiyuki Onuma, ICAO Council President-Elect, Mr. Salvatore Sciacchitano, ICAO Council President, and Mr. Juan Carlos Salazar, ICAO Secretary General. The ICAO Council, the 36-member governing body of the International Civil Aviation Organization, has elected Toshiyuki Onuma of Japan as its President for a three-year term, beginning 1 January 2026. He succeeds Salvatore Sciacchitano of Italy, who has held the position for two consecutive terms since 2020. "The President of the Council is central to uniting ICAO's 193 Member States around our shared vision of air transport for all by 2050, with zero fatalities and net-zero carbon emissions, and driving the cooperation, innovation and talent required to realize that vision," said President Sciacchitano as [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-27T00:59:58+02:00November 27th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines honors flight attendants powering UNICEF’s mission

Source: American Airlines American Airlines recently recognized nine flight attendants as Champions of the Year for their dedication to the UNICEF Change for Good (CFG) program. These volunteers, known as Champions for Children, went above and beyond by collecting extra U.S. and foreign currencies from customers on international and Hawaii flights to support UNICEF’s global mission to help children in need. Since launching the program in 1994, American Airlines and its customers have raised more than $18 million for UNICEF through Change for Good. These funds have helped improve and save the lives of countless children by: Delivering vaccines and medicines to prevent deadly diseases Providing nutritional support to fight malnutrition Supplying clean water and sanitation facilities to communities in need Supporting [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-27T01:14:34+02:00November 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines partners with MT2030 to empower mountain communities

Source: Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are investing in the future of the communities we serve by partnering with Mountain Towns 2030 (MT2030). Earlier this year, we became a major sponsor of the annual MT2030 Climate Summit to launch the MT2030 Elevate Scholarship, a program designed to remove financial barriers for community leaders eager to participate in the three-day event. In the heart of America’s mountain towns — where alpine trails meet bluebird skies — communities are facing the growing challenges of climate change. These towns, often nestled in remote, high-altitude regions, are particularly vulnerable to environmental shifts and have become increasingly susceptible to droughts, wildfires, avalanches and ecological degradation. Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are investing in [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-27T01:02:45+02:00November 27th, 2025|News|

Air Europa signed MoU for up to 40 Airbus A350-900

Source: Airbus “The A350-900 is a game-changer for key destinations in Latin America," said Juan Jose Hidalgo, President of Air Europa. Spanish airline Air Europa has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for up to 40 A350-900 aircraft. The agreement forms the backbone of Air Europa’s long haul fleet replacement . The introduction of the A350 will accelerate the renewal of Air Europa’s existing competitor long haul fleet and boost profitable growth to key markets in Latin America thanks to the aircraft’s unrivalled performance and economics. Passengers will also experience exceptional best in class comfort. “This order is a strategic milestone in Air Europa’s fleet development, accelerating its profitable growth by renewal of the current widebody fleet,” said [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-27T01:05:48+02:00November 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|

ACI World and Amadeus announced the world’s most innovative airports at 2025 Technology Innovation Awards

Source: ACI World The awards spotlight leading airports in digital transformation, passenger experience, and sustainable operations. Pablo López Loeches, Head of Ideation & Entrepreneurship at Aena (Spain), was recognised as Best Airport Innovation Leader (Individual) Airports Council International (ACI) World and Amadeus have announced the winners of the 2025 Technology Innovation Awards, recognizing the world’s most innovative airports. This year’s winners spotlight measurable advances in digital transformation, data-driven operations, identity-enabled self-service, and sustainable, climate-smart terminals. Why this matters Air travel will reach 9.8 billion passengers in 2025 (+3.7% YoY), with demand projected to rise to 17.2 billion by 2043. Airport technology and innovation are essential to unlock capacity, improve the passenger experience, and build operational resilience while advancing sustainability. Winners [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-27T01:09:31+02:00November 27th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS, SUPPLIERS|

Air Canada Further Expands Network to Offer North America’s Second Largest Transatlantic Network by Destinations
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Air Canada Further Expands Network to Offer North America’s Second Largest Transatlantic Network by Destinations

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Air Canada Further Expands Network to Offer North America’s Second Largest Transatlantic Network by Destinations

Source: Air Canada Montréal non-stop to Berlin, capital of Germany, three times weekly Montréal non-stop to historic city of Nantes in France's Loire Valley, three times weekly Halifax non-stop to Brussels, a gateway to Europe and Africa, three times weekly Toronto non-stop to Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island in the Azores, three times weekly Air Canada announced a further expansion of its Summer 2026 global schedule to Europe with new destinations from Toronto and Montréal, plus a new European route from Halifax. From Montréal, Air Canada will offer non-stop service three times weekly to Germany's capital, Berlin, and three times per week to Nantes, France. The airline will launch service to Ponta Delgada in the Azores from Toronto, and [...]

Jeff Peet2025-11-26T17:28:28+02:00November 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|