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Frontier Airlines Wins Prestigious “Environmental Sustainability Award for Excellence,” Recognizing the Carrier for Industry-Leading Emissions Reductions and Efficiency

Source: Frontier Airlines Frontier Named "North American Environmental Sustainability Airline of the Year" by the Centre for Aviation Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC), America's Greenest Airline, was deemed the "North American Environmental Sustainability Airline of the Year" by the Centre for Aviation (CAPA) in its "2024 Environmental Sustainability Awards for Excellence." The awards, which recognize airline groups globally for being leaders in sustainability across the air travel sector, were presented at a gala in Hong Kong this week. Winners were selected by CAPA using emissions and efficiency data that was independently sourced and analyzed. To celebrate this recognition, America's Greenest Airline is offering up to 100% off base fares on many flights across its large and growing network. [...]

2024-11-07T19:56:11+02:00November 7th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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RTX’s Pratt & Whitney to demonstrate hydrogen-fueled turboprop technology under Canadian INSAT program

Source: Pratt & Whitney First phase of HyADES project will include tests on PW127XT engine fuel nozzle and combustor rig Pratt & Whitney Canada will demonstrate hydrogen combustion technology on a PW127XT regional turboprop engine as part of a project supported by Canada's Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT). The project, named Hydrogen Advanced Design Engine Study (HyADES), will be in collaboration with Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc., which will develop high-efficiency, low-cost electrolyzers needed for establishing hydrogen production infrastructure. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business. "This collaborative project with INSAT enables us to develop key technologies for future hydrogen powered aircraft and complements our wider efforts to advance aviation sustainability through a range of pathways, including continued improvements [...]

2024-11-07T20:23:48+02:00November 7th, 2024|News, SUPPLIERS|
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Air Canada Takes on AI Projects Revolutionizing the Industry

Source: Air Canada Air Canada employs over 75 employees across the fields of data science and operations research, machine learning and data engineering. You might think it's strange that an airline employs so many experts in a domain as relatively new as artificial intelligence. But there's a very good reason for all the effort. Since November 2018, Air Canada has actively been building AI solutions in-house, primarily driven by the lack of off-the-shelf solutions on the market that meet the airline's requirements. Some of the AI solutions being developed at Air Canada include tools to optimize our flying schedule and one to improve maintenance planning. "Air Canada's maintenance scheduling assistant was created out of a need to plan maintenance schedules [...]

2024-11-06T14:56:47+02:00November 6th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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WestJet and Skip join forces to bring exclusive rewards and elevated experiences to travellers and convenience seekers across Canada

Source: WestJet WestJet and Skip are uniting two iconic Canadian brands through a long-term partnership aimed at enhancing the overall guest experience. Canadians will enjoy exclusive, personalized benefits designed to inspire travel, elevate their day-to-day lives and help them Skip to the good part in their trip! "Seamlessly blending convenience and travel rewards for Canadians, our newly forged partnership with Skip brings value and choice to WestJet Rewards members in their everyday lives," said Jeff Hagen, WestJet Vice-President of Commercial Development & Strategic Partnerships. "Enhancing WestJet Rewards to go beyond the day of travel, we continue to deliver exclusive benefits, experiences and rewards for our members not only when they travel, but as their stories take off." Exclusive rewards and [...]

2024-11-06T14:38:16+02:00November 6th, 2024|News|
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ACI World unveils best practices for airport commercial digital transformation 

Source: ACI World New publication to guide airports in their commercial digital transformation and in optimizing the passenger experience Airports Council International (ACI) World today launched the Airport Commercial Digital Transformation Best Practices, a new publication designed to guide airports in their commercial digital transformation and in optimizing the passenger experience. Airport commercial revenues account for around 40% of total global airport revenues and are crucial to infrastructure upgrades and enhancing the passenger experience. In this context, the publication serves as a timely resource for airport executives, offering strategies to maximize their commercial potential in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The launch took place during the 21st edition of the Trinity Forum, the world's leading airport commercial revenues conference. The [...]

2024-11-06T14:35:14+02:00November 6th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Top Fall Menu & Movie Pairings to Elevate Your In-Flight Holiday Experience

Source: Alaska Airlines When it comes to pairing food with movies in the skies, one thing is certain: Alaska Airlines offers the freshest flavors and most festive films for an unmatched in-flight experience. Check out the best food & film pairings this holiday season! Summary Enjoy these perfect menu and movie pairings for a memorable in-flight experience this holiday season! With over 800 free movies and TV shows—from hot new releases to holiday classics—we’ve got your ticket to entertainment! Food is available for purchase on most flights over 1,100 miles. Guests can pre-order hot and fresh meals up to 20 hours before your flight via our mobile app or alaskaair.com. As the holiday season approaches, we’re excited to elevate your [...]

2024-11-06T14:48:41+02:00November 6th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Air Canada Unveils the Country’s Best New Restaurants Top 10 List for 2024

Source: Air Canada More than 30 restaurants were visited in 2024 by a single anonymous reviewer, who assessed all aspects of the dining experience Celebrating 23 years, Air Canada's Best New Restaurants is the longest running and most respected Canadian restaurant ranking Air Canada revealed its 2024 Top 10 Best New Restaurants in Canada at a celebration in Toronto, with Montreal's Sabayon taking top spot. Led by acclaimed pastry chef Patrice Demers and sommelier Marie-Josée Beaudoin, Sabayon offers intimate afternoon tea and evening dinner services that showcase locally sourced seasonal ingredients. In second place, Toronto-based Mhel, by co-owners Seung-min Yi and Young Hoon Ji, serves Korean-Japanese dishes with a touch of magic. Taking third place, Édith Foliot and Didier Lortie's [...]

2024-11-06T14:57:43+02:00November 6th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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ALOHA Collection and Hawaiian Airlines Commemorate 95 Years of Hawaiʻi Air Travel with Heritage Design Collaboration

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Exclusive gear with Hawaiian Airlines 95th Anniversary designs now available for purchase online and in store The storied history of Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaiʻi’s longest-serving carrier that introduced commercial air travel to the Islands in 1929, is being commemorated through an exclusive retail partnership with ALOHA Collection, the original splash-proof accessories brand. Starting today, in collaboration with luxury retailer DFS Hawaiʻi, a special edition Hawaiian Airlines 95th Anniversary Collection is available at the ALOHA Collection’s store in Honolulu’s Ala Moana Center, DFS Waikīkī, DFS Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and at www.Aloha-Collection.com. The 11-piece collection features vintage takes on ALOHA Collection fan-favorite accessories. A new, aviation-inspired style called the Flight Bag honors the 1970s era of the Hawaiian [...]

2024-11-04T11:20:19+02:00November 5th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Greater Orlando Aviation Authority on Final Approach to Bold Rebranding

Source: GOAA The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) is closing one era of history and ushering in a new era of aviation with a vibrant new logo on the horizon. As part of our commitment to enhancing the travel experience and reflecting the dynamic spirit of our community, we are embarking on a rebranding journey that will redefine our visual identity. In the coming weeks, we will sunset our famous Rolling “O” Logo and introduce new logos for both Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport as well as other branding elements for the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. The new logos, designed to capture the essence of modern travel while honoring our rich history, will debut on November 13th. Travelers and stakeholders [...]

2024-11-04T12:04:06+02:00November 5th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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2000+ LAUSD and Local Students Attend Aviation Career Days at LAX and Van Nuys Airport

Source: LAX  Students are welcomed to LAX by LAWA staff and local partners on Oct. 16 for the 9th Annual Aviation Career Day. Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) recently held two Aviation Career Days at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY), in partnership with several business and community partners, providing a unique opportunity for students from Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and other local schools to explore careers in the aviation industry. “At Los Angeles World Airports, we believe that engaging with our communities, especially our youth, is vital for the future of the aviation industry,” said Rob Lowe, Chief People and Culture Officer, Los Angeles World Airports. “Our Aviation Career Days not only provide [...]

2024-11-04T11:51:48+02:00November 5th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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