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SITA Reports Record Results as it Pursues a Strategy of Fast-Growth and Expansion

Source: SITA As SITA celebrates 75 years at the forefront of air transport IT, the company continues on a trajectory of growth, winning landmark contracts and addressing the major trends of digital transformation, digital travel, and sustainability SITA, the global leader in technology solutions for the air transport industry, has announced record results for 2023 as revenues reached almost US$ 1.5 billion. This represents a rise of 7% on the prior year, with all signs so far in 2024 indicating similar positive performance this year. Unveiling the results at SITA's Annual General Assembly in June, SITA CEO David Lavorel also cited growth in margin and EBITDA, which exceeded plans by 4%. "Every one of our customers and members benefits from [...]

2024-07-10T14:39:54+03:00July 9th, 2024|News, SUPPLIERS|

United Applies to Expand Service Between San Francisco and Washington National Airport

Source: United Airlines Proposed new daily nonstop flight from San Francisco and Washington National will provide more options and flexibility for travelers, as well as easy connections to more than 30 destinations in United's network United Airlines filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for a new daily roundtrip flight between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If approved, the new route will give customers more nonstop options between DCA and SFO and provide connections from SFO to about two dozen domestic markets within the Western U.S. – as well as seven international destinations. At least nine of these destinations are without United connection options to DCA via San Francisco today. [...]

2024-07-09T08:56:09+03:00July 9th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

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|