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Air Travel Consumer Report: June-December 2023, Full Year 2023 Airline Consumer Submissions Data

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released data on the submissions (complaints, inquiries, and opinions) it has received from consumers about air travel for June-December 2023 and the full calendar year 2023. The submissions about air travel in calendar year 2023 are the highest number on record except for calendar year 2020. The release of the submissions data in the Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) was delayed primarily because of the high volume of complaints against airlines and ticket agents received by the Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (OACP) and the time needed to review and process these consumer complaints using the Department's outdated legacy consumer complaint application system. Over the past three years, complaints made [...]

2024-07-09T17:51:11+03:00July 9th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

South Africa Has Vast Potential in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on South Africa to mobilize its experience, resources, and infrastructure to accelerate the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. The call came as government and industry officials gathered in Johannesburg for the IATA Wings of Change Focus Africa conference. “South Africa has vast potential to become a leading Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) producer in the region. And there is a waiting market for SAF as airlines work to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. More than a strategy in support of aviation’s decarbonization, it is a strategy for economic development and should be a top priority for the new South African government. Across agriculture, energy, and transportation, new jobs [...]

2024-07-09T08:52:55+03:00July 8th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Spirit Airlines Announced Executive Leadership Updates

Source: Spirit Appoints Aviation Industry Veteran Fred Cromer as Chief Financial Officer Dana Shapir Alviene Appointed to SVP, Inflight and Airport Experience and Tomas Ranaldi Promoted to VP, Financial Planning & Analysis Spirit Airlines announced executive leadership updates including the appointment of Fred Cromer as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 8, 2024. Cromer will work closely with the Company's Interim CFO, Brian McMenamy, who will remain in a senior finance role with the Company to ensure a smooth transition. Cromer brings three decades of experience in the aviation industry, with expertise in financial management, strategic planning, treasury and operations. Cromer has held numerous executive positions over his career, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer, and previously Chief [...]

2024-07-05T17:23:33+03:00July 5th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia and Widerøe Reach an Interline Agreement to Increase Connectivity Between Spain and Norway

Source: Iberia  The Spanish airline offers 14 additional destinations in Norway starting today, thanks to this agreement. In addition, Iberia flies direct to Oslo all year round, Bergen in the summer season, and Tromsø from the next winter season. Starting today, Iberia and Widerøe establish a new interline agreement aimed at improving connectivity between Spain and Norway. This strategic pact will make it possible to offer connections to 14 additional destinations in Norway. The alliance increases additional traffic and reinforces Iberia's operation to Norway, where Iberia already offers regular flights: Oslo, where the airline flies all year round with one daily flight, and which will have up to 9 weekly flights this July; Bergen, a destination available during the summer [...]

2024-07-05T16:25:18+03:00July 5th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Southwest Airlines Hosts “Fin Flight” in Celebration of Discovery Channel’s Shark Week

Source: Southwest Airlines Dive into summer with Southwest Airlines and Discovery Channel's "Shark Week," with "Fin Flights" and jaw-some inflight content. On Monday, July 1, Southwest Airlines hosted a surprise "Fin Flight" to celebrate the 11th year of partnership between Southwest Airlines and Shark Week. The carrier began the celebration with a Shark trivia game in the gate area at Dallas (Love Field), giving away beach balls and sunglasses. The shark-tastic fun continued as Southwest Employees surprised Customers onboard a special "Fin Flight" to Los Angeles (LAX), and Customers received Shark Week's iconic fin hats and eye masks as they boarded their flight as a fun memento of the celebration. Additionally, Chompie, the official Shark Week mascot, even made a surprise appearance to take photos [...]

2024-07-05T16:55:05+03:00July 5th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Alaska Airlines honors US military with newest aircraft and Fallen Soldier Cart 

Source: Alaska Airlines As the nation comes together to celebrate Independence Day, we’re proud to introduce two new tributes to the brave service members who protect our country: our fourth “Honoring Those Who Serve” aircraft and 16th Fallen Soldier Cart. The Fourth of July is a time to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy and to recognize the sacrifices made by military members. At Alaska, we are dedicated to honoring these heroes and their families in meaningful ways. We take seriously our responsibility to care for our military guests, and we prioritize it with every flight. Honoring Those Who Serve Aircraft  In partnership with Boeing, we are proud to unveil our specially designed “Honoring Those Who Serve” aircraft. The design, [...]

2024-07-05T16:35:37+03:00July 5th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

EU Commission gives green light for Lufthansa Group’s participation in ITA Airways

Source: Lufthansa Carsten Spohr, Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, says: "The approval from Brussels is excellent news for ITA Airways and Lufthansa and especially for all passengers flying to and from Italy. We look forward to welcoming ITA Airways and its outstanding employees as a new member of our airline family very soon. The decision is also a clear signal for strong air traffic in Europe, which can successfully assert itself in global competition." Lufthansa Group, the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and ITA Airways have expressly welcomed the EU Commission's approval under competition law. With this clearance of the competition authority, the way is now clear for the acquisition of a minority stake of 41 [...]

2024-07-05T17:15:52+03:00July 5th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

American Airlines commits to conditional purchase of 100 ZeroAvia hydrogen-powered engines, increases investment in hydrogen-electric innovator

Source: American Airlines American Airlines announced that it has entered into a conditional purchase agreement with clean aviation innovator ZeroAvia for 100 hydrogen-electric engines intended to power regional jet aircraft with zero inflight emissions save for water vapor. In addition, American has increased its investment in ZeroAvia. American made its first investment in ZeroAvia in 2022 and has also now participated in the company’s Series C financing round. The engine agreement follows the Memorandum of Understanding the companies announced in 2022. ZeroAvia is developing hydrogen-electric (fuel cell-powered) engines for commercial aircraft, which offer the potential for close to zero inflight emissions. The company is flight testing a prototype for a 20-seat plane and designing an engine for larger aircraft such [...]

2024-07-04T20:54:57+03:00July 4th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada To Receive Eight Boeing 737-8 Aircraft

Source: Air Canada Air Canada has announced an agreement with BOC Aviation Limited ("BOC Aviation") for the placement of eight Boeing 737-8 aircraft. "We look forward to these aircraft entering into service next year, upon the completion of some required modifications. These eight, brand-new, fuel- and cost-efficient 737-8s will provide more fleet flexibility and additional capacity while supporting one of our sustainability goals of mitigating emissions," said Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada. "We are pleased that Canada's flag carrier, Air Canada, is working with us once again as it strengthens its network," said Steven Townend, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of BOC Aviation. "Continued growth in passenger travel is stimulating demand for aircraft, which [...]

2024-07-04T15:17:31+03:00July 4th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Christopher Jones becomes ATR’s Head of Region Americas and Managing Director & President ATR Americas, Inc.

Source: ATR ATR, the world’s number one regional aircraft manufacturer, appointed Christopher Jones as the company’s Head of Region Americas, effective 1 July 2024 and Managing Director & President ATR Americas, Inc., effective 1 August 2024. In this role, Christopher reports to Alexis Vidal, Senior Vice President Commercial and is based at ATR facilities in Miami, Florida. Christopher comes to ATR with over 30 years of commercial success in aircraft sales, and has held senior leadership positions with Airbus, Bombardier, and British Aerospace. He joins us from Texas-based Aero Design Labs, a company which designs, develops, and certifies drag reduction kits, generating fuel savings for commercial aircraft. As Chief Commercial Officer, Christopher spearheaded the company’s path to revenue including securing [...]

2024-07-04T15:08:45+03:00July 4th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|