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Air Canada discloses order for eight Airbus A350-1000s

Source: Airbus Air Canada has disclosed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a pivotal upgrade to the airline’s long-haul fleet strategy with an additional commitment to Airbus widebody aircraft. The order was listed as undisclosed in November 2025. The A350-1000’s economics and lower operating costs will deliver a significant competitive advantage to Air Canada. With an industry-leading range of up to 9,000nm, the latest generation widebody aircraft will be central to the airline’s global expansion, enabling seamless, non-stop connectivity from Canada to high-growth markets across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia. “Air Canada’s continued global ambitions are solidified by the selection of the Airbus A350-1000, a natural next step in the evolution of our fleet. The [...]

2026-02-13T07:52:56+02:00February 13th, 2026|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|

November 2025 U.S. Airline Traffic Data Down 2.9% from the Same Month Last Year

Source: US DOT U.S. airlines carried 74.8 million systemwide (domestic and international) scheduled service passengers in November 2025, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). When adjusted for seasonality, November enplanements are down 1.4% from October and down 4.3% from the all-time high reached in June 2024. BTS reported 65.4 million domestic passengers and 9.4 million international passengers on U.S. airlines flights in November, 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 November unadjusted  Systemwide enplanements (74.8M) were down 3.7% from the [...]

2026-02-13T07:30:37+02:00February 13th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID now available at Miami International Airport (MIA)

Source: TSA (As of Feb. 10, 2026) The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), in partnership with Miami International Airport (MIA) and participating airlines, is proud to announce the availability of TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID at Miami International Airport in the North, Central and South Terminals. This cutting-edge biometric technology allows eligible TSA PreCheck members to experience a faster, more seamless identity verification process without needing to present a physical ID or boarding pass at the security checkpoint. TSA PreCheck Touchless ID uses advanced facial comparison technology to verify a traveler’s identity in seconds. Passengers simply look into a camera at a dedicated lane, where their live photo is securely matched against their stored passport. This touchless process enhances security while providing a [...]

2026-02-11T07:36:34+02:00February 12th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

TAP Air Portugal announces new international route to São Luís, Brazil

Source: TAP Two weekly flights between Lisbon and the capital of Maranhão state starting in October 2026. São Luís becomes the 15 Brazilian city served by direct TAP flights, consolidating its position as the European airline with the largest presence in the South American country. TAP Air Portugal takes another step in its expansion strategy in Brazil and announces the launch of the Lisbon – São Luís route, starting on October 26, 2026. Two weekly flights will connect Europe directly to Maranhão, through the airline's hub in Lisbon. The flights will be operated with Airbus A321LR aircraft, renowned for their comfort and efficiency on long-haul flights, with a capacity of 16 passengers in business class and 155 in economy class, [...]

2026-02-11T07:00:19+02:00February 12th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

High Five is live: tens of thousands of Flying Club members receive instant points reward from Virgin Atlantic

Source: Virgin Atlantic Virgin Atlantic has launched High Five, a new Flying Club initiative that rewards members for choosing the airline over five different years. Tens of thousands of eligible Flying Club members will receive the reward today, with flight tracking backdated to 1 January 2021. Eligible members will receive 12,000 Virgin Points, with 10% bonus points on all future flights for Red tier members. High Five, the new Flying Club initiative recognising long-term loyalty, is now live. With flight tracking backdated to 1 January 2021, tens of thousands of eligible Flying Club members who have flown with Virgin Atlantic across five different years will receive their reward today. Eligible members will receive 12,000 Virgin Points, while Red Tier members [...]

2026-02-11T07:25:40+02:00February 12th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

IATA Wings of Change Americas Conference to be held in Santiago de Chile

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that this year’s Wings of Change Americas (WOCA) Conference will be taking place on 8-9 April in Santiago de Chile, with LATAM as the host airline. The 16th edition of the aviation industry’s premier event in Latin America and the Caribbean is being held under the theme “Beyond Borders – Aviation as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation” and will focus on how strategic collaboration between the aviation sector and government authorities can: Expand regional connectivity Accelerate economic growth, and Strengthen global competitiveness. The various panel discussions will highlight the critical importance of collaboration between the aviation industry and governmental bodies, as the key enabler for economic development and transformation. Moreover, industry relevant [...]

2026-02-11T06:39:26+02:00February 12th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Global ACI Guidelines on Airport Concessions Now Available in Spanish

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC releases Spanish edition of global airport concession guidelines, offering clear PPP best practices for long-term infrastructure and performance. Airports Council International Latin America & Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce the release in Spanish of the report: “Best Practices in Airport Concession Contracts: Global Approaches and Guidelines for Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) 2025.” This document provides clear and practical guidance on structuring and implementing private sector participation in airports, specifically aimed at concessionaires, investors, lenders, advisors, governments, and granting authorities. Currently, more than 850 airports in over 90 countries have private sector involvement, and investment continues to expand with 132 transactions at different stages of the global pipeline as of January 2025. In this context, airport asset concessions [...]

2026-02-11T06:37:42+02:00February 11th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

American continues to invest in Chicago with new Admirals Club lounge coming soon

Source: American Airlines Construction to create the new lounge space is underway. Existing Admirals Club® lounge in Concourse L to remain open during construction. American Airlines is continuing to elevate the customer experience in Chicago with bold investments in premium customer experiences for Chicago travelers, and plans to open a new, expanded Admirals Club® lounge at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) Concourse L. Spanning more than 10,000 square feet, the new lounge will eventually replace the existing lounge in Concourse L, giving customers more space to relax during their travel journey. The lounge will feature local design elements that reflect the vibrant community of Chicago, as well as sweeping airside views via floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the runway. Customers can [...]

2026-02-11T06:09:48+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Carnival Prizing Ceremony at Aruba Airport

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) proudly hosted a Carnival Prizing Ceremony to honor the winners of the SMAC Carnival events, including the Carnival Monarchs, as part of Aruba’s 72nd Carnival season. As a dedicated supporter of Aruba’s cultural heritage, AAA partnered with SMAC to recognize the individuals whose passion, creativity, and dedication keep Carnival alive year after year. During the ceremony, AAA expressed its appreciation to the winners and participants, acknowledging their important role in preserving and celebrating Aruba’s cultural identity. “Carnival is an important part of Aruba’s culture and heritage,” said Marylin Feliciana, Marketing & Communications Manager at Aruba Airport Authority. “The participants are the ones who keep this tradition alive through their dedication and talent. [...]

2026-02-11T06:02:19+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

U.S. Cargo and Passenger Airlines Lost 27,659 Jobs in December 2025

Source: US DOT This release is published on a fixed schedule as required by the Office of Management and Budget, and statistics in this release may be revised when inputs to the statistics are corrected or updated. Data on the program page of this website are the most up-to-date and complete. Note: FedEx, the leading air cargo employer alone decreased employment by 29,113 jobs in December 2025. In June 2024, FedEx Ground and FedEx Services merged with FedEx Express to form Federal Express Corporation. Consequently, carrier FX experienced a significant increase in employee count, thereby increasing the total number of employees within the industry. May 2024 Federal Express numbers are 233,739, while Federal Express Corporation June 2024 numbers are 432,127. U.S. [...]

2026-02-11T06:05:26+02:00February 11th, 2026|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|