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Aeroplan wins Best Earning and Redemption Ability at the 2022 Frequent Traveler People’s Awards

Source: Air Canada Air Canada's Aeroplan loyalty program has been recognized for Best Earning and Redemption Ability (Americas) in a survey of global frequent flyers by the Frequent Traveler (FT) People's Awards, which celebrate excellence in loyalty programs globally. The award recognizes Aeroplan's extensive air reward program, and this honour follows on the heels of winning Best Redemption Ability at the 2022 Freddie Awards.   "We believe that becoming the best travel loyalty program starts with making rewards rewarding for our members, and that's why it's such an honour to earn this recognition," said Scott O'Leary, Air Canada's Vice President, Loyalty and Product. The transformed Aeroplan program, re-launched in November 2020, is designed to put the member experience first. Aeroplan offers flight rewards to thousands of destinations worldwide on [...]

2022-10-04T17:58:08+03:00October 4th, 2022|AIRLINES, News, Uncategorized|

El Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas acoge la exposición de pintura Mujeres y Arte Digital de la artista Houda Bakkali

Fuente: Aena El pasillo de exposiciones de la Terminal T2 del aeropuerto madrileño se llena de color con las obras de la artista Houda Bakkali. Mujeres y Arte Digital consta de 30 lienzos de gran formato, basados en ilustración digital, collage digital y acrílico; versiones animadas aplicando la realidad aumentada. Estará disponible hasta el próximo 3 de noviembre. La mujer siempre ha sido una parte esencial del trabajo de Houda Bakkali. La propia artista señala: “la figura de la mujer se inspira en mi madre, en su visión serena y alegre de la vida. Su figura representa el ideal de belleza, elegante, envuelta en misterio, pero al mismo tiempo poderosamente apasionada y transgresora”. La emancipación de la mujer árabe es protagonista [...]

2022-10-04T19:15:51+03:00October 4th, 2022|Uncategorized|

Aerolíneas brasileñas acumularon pérdida neta de R$ 20 mil millones en 2021

Fuente: ANAC Brasil Datos difundidos por la ANAC detallan los resultados contables de las empresas nacionales El informe económico de las tres principales aerolíneas brasileñas, divulgado esta semana por la Agencia Nacional de Aviación Civil (ANAC), muestra que, en conjunto, las empresas presentaron una pérdida neta de R$ 4,4 mil millones en el 4º trimestre de 2021, con un margen neto de -39,1%. En el mismo período del año anterior, el resultado fue de R$ 678 millones y un margen neto de -12,49%. Los principales indicadores económicos de las empresas brasileñas están disponibles para consulta en la página Estados Financieros de las Aerolíneas (haga clic en el enlace para acceder). En el año, las principales aerolíneas brasileñas acumularon una pérdida neta de R$ [...]

2022-07-01T17:30:37+03:00July 1st, 2022|Uncategorized|

Companion Vouchers opened up to solo travellers in update to British Airways American Express® Cards

Source: British Airways Travellers embarking on solo adventures around the world can now enjoy new benefits from their Companion Voucher, British Airways and American Express have announced. From today, Cardmembers who have earned a Companion Voucher since September 2021 on either the British Airways American Express® Credit Card or the British Airways American Express® Premium Plus Card can choose to redeem it when booking a solo trip, receiving a 50% discount on the Avios cost of the booking. This is an additional option for travellers offering added flexibility. Cardmembers can still choose to use the Companion Voucher to travel with a friend as they would have previously - receiving a second seat for a companion travelling on the same Reward [...]

2022-06-14T09:58:53+03:00June 14th, 2022|AIRLINES, News, Uncategorized|

El Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández organiza su primera “Jornada sobre Accesibilidad de Aena”

Fuente: Aena Una parte de la jornada se ha centrado en el trato a las personas con sordoceguera, para lo que se ha realizado un recorrido demostrativo de buenas prácticas Además de FASOCIDE, también ha participado en la jornada el Comité Español de Representantes de Personas con Discapacidad (CERMI) El Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández ha llevado a cabo, hoy, su primera “Jornada sobre Accesibilidad de Aena” en colaboración con la Federación de Asociaciones de Personas Sordociegas de España (FASOCIDE) y con la participación del Comité Español de Representantes de Personas con Discapacidad (CERMI). El objetivo de esta iniciativa es sensibilizar y orientar al personal aeroportuario en el buen trato a las personas con alguna discapacidad o limitación a la [...]

2022-06-08T16:07:30+03:00June 8th, 2022|Uncategorized|

Masks now optional for employees, customers following White House announcemet

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta shared the following guidance with its employees regarding the federal mask mandate Following the ruling of a U.S. district court judge on Monday, the Biden administration announced that the Transportation Security Administration will no longer enforce the federal mandate requiring masks in all U.S. airports and on board aircraft. Effective immediately, masks are optional for all airport employees, crew members and customers inside U.S. airports and on board all aircraft domestically, as well as on most international flights. Delta employees and customers may continue wearing masks if they so choose. Wearing a well-fitting mask protects the wearer, even if others around them are not wearing masks. Given the unexpected nature of this announcement, please be [...]

2022-04-19T17:53:44+03:00April 19th, 2022|AIRLINES, News, Uncategorized|

Virgin Atlantic elevates its customer experience as its latest A350 takes to the skies

Source: Virgin Atlantic Customers on the London Heathrow to Orlando services are the first to try out the new experiences starting this month Aircraft will feature "The Booth”, a new social space for Upper Class customers Upper Class customers can experience wine tasting with new drinks supplier, ‘The Uncommon’ Virgin Atlantic has unveiled a series of new experiences that will be exclusively available on its A350s, which have been designed specifically with its leisure customers in mind. ‘The Booth’ is the latest innovation in Virgin Atlantic’s industry leading social spaces and is available on its A350s with a leisure configuration.  Tucked away in the Upper Class cabin, The Booth aspires to create a cosy corner, providing comfy lounge style seating. [...]

2022-04-04T14:57:25+03:00April 4th, 2022|Uncategorized|

EASA Launches European Information Sharing and Cooperation Platform on Conflict Zones

Source: EASA The European Union Aviation Safety Agency launched the European Information Sharing and Cooperation Platform on Conflict Zones, an initiative which ensures that participating EASA member states and their operators have easy access to the best information when planning flights near or over areas of conflict. The launch of the platform, developed together with Osprey Flight Solutions, is the latest operational step in Europe’s multi-layered strategy to improve conflict zone information sharing. This was initiated in response to the tragic shooting down of MH17 over eastern Ukraine in July 2014 and its momentum reinforced by the loss of UA752, shot down over Tehran in January 2020. The aim of the Platform is to enable its members to carry out [...]

2022-03-04T07:48:52+02:00March 4th, 2022|News, ORGANISATIONS, Uncategorized|

Dirección General de Aeronáutica de Chile Fiscaliza Espectáculo de Luces con Uso de Drones

Fuente: DGAC Chile Esta es la primera vez, que se realiza un show con el uso de drones y en ese sentido, la DGAC apoyó el proyecto, que tomó alrededor de 4 meses de preparación. Inspectores de Operaciones Aéreas del Subdepartamento Operaciones de la Dirección General de Aeronáutica de Chile (DGAC), fiscalizaron este sábado 15 de enero, la fase de demostración e inspección del “Trabajo Aéreo” en torno al espectáculo de luces con el uso de RPA/drones que se realizó -domingo 16 de enero- en el Club Hípico en la ciudad de Santiago. Esta es la primera vez, que se realiza un show con el uso de drones y en ese sentido, la DGAC apoyó el proyecto, que tomó alrededor [...]

2022-01-19T16:55:16+02:00January 19th, 2022|Uncategorized|

WorldTracer celebrates 30 years of repatriating mishandled baggage

Source: SITA WorldTracer has helped over 200 million passengers in its 30 years This year, SITA celebrates the 30th anniversary of WorldTracer, a solution that has established itself as an indispensable tool in helping over 200 million passengers trace their mishandled bags over the decades. WorldTracer now serves over 500 customers in more than 2,800 locations, helping repatriate mishandled luggage in an average of 1.6 days. Over the years, SITA has continued to evolve its portfolio to meet the changing demands of the industry. WorldTracer Lost and Found Property, launched in 2021, uses cutting-edge technology, enabling airlines to quickly reunite passengers with their lost property while cutting the cost of repatriating lost items by 90%. These innovations have also enabled SITA [...]

2021-11-24T19:41:16+02:00November 24th, 2021|News, SUPPLIERS, Uncategorized|