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Delta One Lounge at New York-JFK ushers in a new era of premium travel for airline

Source: Delta Air Lines The Delta One Lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport – the first of its kind, and larger than any Delta Sky Club – offers a variety of experiences and amenities for the premium traveler. Delta is ready to welcome guests to its newest and most exclusive destination: The Delta One Lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. Located between Concourses A and B in Terminal 4, adjacent to the main security checkpoint, the sweeping 39,000-plus-square-foot Delta One Lounge – the first of its kind, and larger than any Delta Sky Club – offers a variety of experiences and amenities for the premium traveler, from fine dining to spa-like wellness treatments to [...]

2024-06-26T08:10:13+03:00June 26th, 2024|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Exclusive cooperation: Condor and fashion label VeeCollective

Source: Condor In addition to design and durability, sustainability was an absolute priority for Condor when selecting the bag label. VeeCollective bags are made from 100% recycled materials Condor and VeeCollective are taking off together: the fashion label has teamed up with the airline to design a bag that is specially tailored to the needs of crews. The lightweight and versatile VeeCollective bestseller, the Vee Tote, was developed in an exclusive size and designed with additional details such as a lockable main compartment and a sleeve for secure attachment to the telescopic handle on trolley cases. "Our new uniform handbag from VeeCollective flies around the world as a reliable companion for our crews - stylish, classy and cool, it is [...]

2024-06-26T08:19:58+03:00June 26th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Boeing 2024 Sustainability & Social Impact Report Shows Steady Progress for People and Planet

Source: Boeing Tracks progress on company goals for global aerospace safety, innovation and clean technologies, diversity and inclusion and community engagement. Highlights "avoid first, remove second" company strategy and adds investments in permanent carbon removals. Boeing  released its 2024 Sustainability & Social Impact Report, outlining our progress in support of our people, our environment, and our communities. "We're honored to share the steady progress we've made on sustainability, which will always be anchored in safety and quality," said Boeing Chief Sustainability Officer Brian Moran. "As we recommit to these fundamental values, it is energizing to see our company's focus on helping our industry decarbonize while uplifting our communities and driving a culture of inclusion where everyone's voice is heard." Progress [...]

2024-06-26T08:02:06+03:00June 26th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Toronto Pearson ready for busiest season of the year as summer travel ramps up

Source: Greater Toronto Airports Authority - GTAA Toronto's Pearson Airport is ready to welcome millions of passengers to the airport this summer as the busiest travel season of the year gets under way. The airport authority joined the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) and United States Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) to share tips for passengers travelling over the summer months. Toronto Pearson is expecting more than 160,000 passengers per day this summer on peak travel days, an increase of 8 per cent from 2023 volume. There will be more than 1,100 flights on the busiest summer days, an increase of 3 per cent from last year. While peak summer travel months for [...]

2024-06-26T08:54:05+03:00June 26th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

TIACA Event Central Asia Concludes with a Path Forward for Kazakhstan to Develop as a Global Air Cargo Hub

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) concluded its fifth regional event, the TIACA Event Central Asia held June 19-21 in Astana, Kazakhstan, with a path forward to support Kazakhstan as it seeks to develop as a global air cargo hub. TIACA's first event in Central Asia, held in Astana, brought together nearly 400 delegates from across the industry to discuss issues that affect the Central Asian air cargo market and gave insight into how to develop Kazakhstan as a global air cargo hub. Topics such as, eCommerce, multimodal logistics, air cargo trends, innovation and digitalization, sustainability and industry regulations were addressed. The event kicked off with a meeting between the Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, [...]

2024-06-25T20:34:18+03:00June 25th, 2024|AROUND THE WORLD, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Increase in Passenger Traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean from January to April of 2024

Source: ACI-LAC Passenger traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean has shown a remarkable growth from January to April of 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to preliminary data from the main markets in the region Passenger traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean has shown a remarkable growth from January to April of 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to preliminary data from the main markets in the region. Below are the key findings: Comparison of January to April 2024 vs 2023 From January to April 2024, total passenger traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean grew by 4.2% compared to the same period in 2023. Among the main markets, those with the [...]

2024-06-25T20:18:30+03:00June 25th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

WestJet directly connects five Canadian cities to Frankfurt through Condor Airlines codeshare agreement

Source: WestJet WestJet to provide domestic and transborder connectivity to Condor Airlines guests destined for Canada WestJet guests will gain direct access to Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) from five Canadian airports through the expansion of WestJet's long-standing partnership with Condor Airlines. Expanding upon the airlines' previous interline agreement, WestJet and Condorwill codeshare for the first time in their 10-year partnership. Through the agreement, WestJet will sell itineraries on flights operated by Condor Airlines from Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto and Halifax to Germany's busiest airport, with the ease of a single ticket and through checked baggage, earning WestJet Dollars throughout. Additionally, Condor guests looking to explore Canadacan take advantage of WestJet's expansive domestic network with the same benefits. WestJet will also [...]

2024-06-25T19:43:47+03:00June 25th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

ATR, designing the responsible air connectivity of tomorrow

Source: ATR As the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft, ATR has built almost 1,700 turboprops with 48 to 78 seats since its inception in 1981. Our aircraft are designed to be robust, capable of landing on all kinds of terrain, and cost-effective to operate for airlines, while providing comfort, safety, and cutting-edge technologies to passengers. Our aircraft operate in some of the most remote corners of the world, from the Bahamas to the Baltics, offering a lifeline to many remote communities. Addressing the Climate Challenge ATR is fully committed to contributing to the decarbonisation of aviation, along with all industry players. In January 2024, the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated our short-term emissions reduction targets, which include reducing absolute [...]

2024-06-25T19:34:36+03:00June 25th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Frontier is celebrating Its 30th Birthday

Source: Frontier Airlines For that reason, flights To and From Atlanta, Denver, Orlando, Las Vegas, and More Starting at Just $29* In honor of Frontier Airlines' 30th anniversary, the ultra-low fare carrier is offering a sale to celebrate! The airline today launched its "100 Trips Under $30" promotion, with one-way fares starting at just $29* on one hundred routes. With flights to and from Atlanta, Denver, Orlando, Las Vegas, and many more, there are plenty of exciting destinations to choose from for summer vacations and fall getaways. "We want to thank our customers for their loyalty as we celebrate our 30th birthday this year and what better way to do so than by offering amazing fares to so many incredible [...]

2024-06-25T19:49:28+03:00June 25th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

NAV AERO Global Cargo GSSA Network Strengthens Its Airline Network

Source: NAV AERO NAV AERO is enhancing its airline network with the addition of three airlines. This significant development underscores its commitment to providing superior service and expanded connectivity for its members and clients worldwide. The new airline partners include: TAP Air Cargo, the cargo division of TAP Air Portugal, provides reliable customized services for the daily collection, transportation, and delivery of all types of goods — from the most fragile to the most complex, whether materials or live animals —, focusing on quality and safety at competitive prices. With a strong presence in emerging markets, TAP Air Cargo enhances efficiency in serving new and existing customers. Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, founded in 1950, is a pioneering [...]

2024-06-25T19:59:23+03:00June 25th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|