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Passenger Demand Up 11% in April according to IATA figures; Latin American carriers increased 14.5% the highest among all regions of the world

Source: IATA Latin American airlines saw a 14.5% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity climbed 13.5% year-on-year. The load factor rose to 84.1% (+0.7ppt compared to April 2023), the highest among the regions. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load factor was 82.4% (+1.0ppt compared to April 2023). International demand rose 15.8% compared to April 2023; capacity was up 14.8% year-on-year and the load factor improved to 82.2% (+0.7ppt on April 2023). Domestic demand rose 4.0% compared to April 2023; [...]

2024-05-31T07:13:51+03:00May 31st, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Air Canada Proudly Renews its Partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee Until 2030

Source: Air Canada Air Canada is proud to #FlytheFlag as Team Canada's Official Airline for the next four Olympic and Paralympic Games, including Paris 2024 Airline kicks off a series of Olympic and Paralympic-themed activations with unveiling of special Boeing 777 livery Airline has also unveiled 10 Team Air Canada athlete ambassadors representing the best of Canadian values and sporting excellence Air Canada has renewed its partnership as the Official Airline of Team Canada. The new agreement, showcasing the airline's deep passion for sport and commitment to sharing the best of Canada with the world, extends through the 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and includes Paris 2024. Adding to the excitement, Air Canada also unveiled at an event in [...]

2024-05-30T20:52:27+03:00May 30th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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U.S.Air Travel Consumer Report: March 2024 Numbers

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of March 2024 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, and 1st quarter oversales. The ATCR is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by airlines. For March 2024, 0.9% of flights were cancelled, lower than the 1.3% cancellation rate for March 2023 and the 2.0% cancellation rate for pre-pandemic March 2019.   DOT expects that airlines will operate flights as scheduled and that when they do not, airlines will provide consumers the services promised when a flight is cancelled or delayed because of an airline issue. After [...]

2024-05-30T20:58:58+03:00May 30th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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With an Investment of EUR 90.5 Million, DHL Supply Chain Announces Partnership With Levu for a Domestic Air Transport Solution

Source: DHL Supply Chain     Project includes four aircraft for cargo transportation, the first of which will start operating in May 2024 The initial proposal is to make an express air connection between Campinas (SP), Recife (PE), Belém (PA) and Manaus (AM), with greater space availability to ensure that the goods will be boarded, and specialized cargo processing The domestic air route will also be used by DHL Express and DHL Global Forwarding, connecting with their international flights and with the DTA and DI processes, carried out through POLAR unit DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in warehousing and distribution, has just announced a partnership with Levu Air Cargo, a leading Brazilian cargo airline, to launch a domestic air [...]

2024-05-30T20:43:56+03:00May 30th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Aviation Leaders Assemble in Dubai for IATA’s 80th AGM

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the leaders of the global airline industry are gathering in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the 80th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (June 2-4 2024). The event is being held in the UAE for the first time and hosted by Emirates Airline. Over 1,500 participants are expected to be in attendance, including industry leaders, government officials and media. H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy for the United Arab Emirates is expected to welcome delegates to Dubai with an opening keynote speech to the AGM. "Dubai's world-leading connectivity places it at the crossroads of the planet. And it will soon be the [...]

2024-05-30T20:42:36+03:00May 30th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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ACI-LAC welcomes Viarium as new World Business Partner

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC is pleased to welcome Viarium, a leading engineering, consulting, technology and airport infrastructure management company, as a new World Business Partner. Panama, May 29, 2024 - Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to welcome Viarium, a leading engineering, consulting, technology and airport infrastructure management company, as a new World Business Partner. In the words of Dr. Rafael Echevarne, General Director of ACI-LAC, “The integration of Viarium into ACI-LAC represents a major step in our objective to strengthen our presence and contribute to the advancement of the sector in the region. We are delighted to have their expertise and commitment to address the challenges and seize the opportunities that arise in the airport [...]

2024-05-29T19:44:52+03:00May 29th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Air France unveils the new travel cabins on its Embraer 190 fleet

Source: Air France On 28 May 2024, at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg (Germany), Air France exclusively unveiled the new cabins to be installed shortly on all the Embraer 190s operated by its regional subsidiary HOP! The first of these refurbished aircraft will take to the skies in autumn 2024. The company is thus pursuing its move upmarket to standardize its offer of products and services on its short and medium-haul network. New, more comfortable and innovative seats With these redesigned cabins, the Embraer 190 will be equipped with 110 new seats arranged in a 2-2 configuration. Each seat will be upholstered in leather and feature ergonomic foam padding, for enhanced comfort and sustainability. The seat, that can recline [...]

2024-05-29T03:36:35+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Air Canada Pilots held informational picket as mediation talks stall

Source: ALPA Air Canada pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), are standing together, strong, and unified, in downtown Toronto, where the union’s contract discussions for a world-class contract have stalled with Air Canada management. This picketing event demonstrated Air Canada pilots’ resolve and solidarity in achieving an agreement that recognizes the pilots’ contributions and value to the airline and their passengers. “This week marks more than 240 days since our stale and outdated contract expired,” said F/O Charlene Hudy, Air Canada ALPA Master Executive Council (MEC) chair, during the event. “Air Canada has the opportunity to recognize our value by making important improvements to our contract which must include closing the significant wage gap between the [...]

2024-05-29T04:05:00+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Back By Popular Demand! Southwest Airlines Launches The Beloved Sunset On The Beach Events

Source: Southwest Airlines Join Southwest each month in Waikiki on Queen's Beach for free movie screenings under the stars. Southwest Airlines Co. is continuing the yearlong celebration of five years of Hawaii service by announcing a collaboration with Waikiki Improvement Association as Presenting Sponsor of a revitalized Sunset on the Beach movie screening series. Premiering June 22, 2024, Hawaii locals, and visitors to the Aloha State, can join Southwest® each month on Queen's Beach in Waikiki for these free, family-friendly events with live music, games, and food at sunset, followed by a movie night under the stars. "We're committed to building relationships with Hawaii locals—beginning even before we began service to the islands—and listening to learn what is important to [...]

2024-05-29T03:37:29+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Takeoff this summer: LAX’s Top Tips for a Seamless Journey

Source: LAX Navigate LAX with ease and embark on your Memorial Day weekend journey with our expert tips and updated information for a stress-free travel experience this summer.   Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is gearing up for another bustling summer travel season, kicking off with Memorial Day weekend. As residents and visitors prepare for he holiday weekend, LAX is anticipating an increase in daily passengers from now until the end of the month. “Memorial Day weekend always marks the start of the summer travel season at LAX," said Doug Webster, Interim Chief Operations and Maintenance Officer, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). "With school breaks, relaxed workdays, and a strong demand for travel to and from Los Angeles, we expect a [...]

2024-05-29T03:49:59+03:00May 29th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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