/WestJet unveils comprehensive summer schedule, strengthening connectivity with 10 per cent growth in seat capacity across its network/

WestJet unveils comprehensive summer schedule, strengthening connectivity with 10 per cent growth in seat capacity across its network

Source: WestJet Enhanced domestic, transborder and intercontinental connections pave the way for cross-country economic growth and expanded opportunities for business and leisure travel WestJet announced its complete summer schedule for 2025, featuring 10 per cent growth network wide and domestic growth of 12 per cent. As the airline introduces two new domestic and three new transborder destinations, along with 11 new routes across its network, WestJet is actively pursuing its strategy to improve air travel accessibility and affordability across Canada.   "WestJet's expanded summer schedule reflects our continued commitment to connecting Canadians by increasing our domestic and international capacity. In Canada alone we are growing capacity by 12 percent, operating to 41 airports with over 3,000 weekly departures," said John Weatherill, [...]

2024-11-20T01:59:28+02:00November 20th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

TAP Air Portugal earns €117.8 million in the third quarter

Source: TAP Accumulated positive net income of 118.2 million in the first nine months of 2024. Operating revenues for the third quarter grow 2 percent compared to the same period of 2023, to 1,284 million euros. In the first nine months of the year, operating revenues increased by 2.8 percent compared to the same period last year, to a total of 3,253 million euros. Maintenance revenues stand out, which grew 40% in the first nine months of 2024. Recurring EBITDA of EUR 744.8 million and recurring EBIT of EUR 377.8 million in September 2024, with margins of 23% and 12%. Third Quarter 2024 Results In the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24), TAP achieved a net profit of EUR 117.8 million, [...]

2024-11-19T08:08:43+02:00November 19th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Annual hackathon paves path for IT students to join American Airlines

Source: American Airlines American Airlines hosted hundreds of students from more than 30 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the U.S. for the first time in Charlotte, North Carolina — an HBCU hub and the airline’s second largest hub — to compete in the ninth annual BE Smart Hackathon in November themed, “All Code No Switch: Authentically Intelligent.” “American Airlines is proud to support the BE Smart Hackathon for the sixth consecutive year and HBCU students’ skill development through real-life problem-solving experiences,” said Chief Technology Officer Anchal Gupta. “We’ve seen tremendous success among students who participate in the annual event, including joining American’s IT organization among other renowned corporations. Each year, we look forward to connecting students to industry [...]

2024-11-19T07:51:42+02:00November 19th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Hawaiian Airlines Launches Huaka‘i by Hawaiian, Bringing Exclusive Travel Benefits to Hawai‘i Residents Following Combination with Alaska Airlines

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Kama‘āina guests to enjoy a free checked bag on Neighbor Island flights, 10 or 20% discounts quarterly Hawaiian Airlines began welcoming Hawai‘i residents to Huaka‘i by Hawaiian, a free program that offers kama‘āina guests even greater value when flying with Hawai‘i’s hometown carrier. Members will enjoy a free checked bag – inclusive of surfboards, golf bags, and other sports equipment – on Neighbor Island flights, 10 or 20% off one Neighbor Island booking per quarter, and network-wide deals monthly. “Huaka‘i by Hawaiian is our special way to mahalo Hawai‘i residents for their support of our airline, and to further acknowledge our vital role in bringing our island communities together for now 95 years,” said Hawaiian Airlines CEO [...]

2024-11-19T07:43:37+02:00November 19th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet grows its Edmonton capacity by 23 per cent next summer, providing its largest schedule ever

Source: WestJet Airline introduces two new transborder routes to Salt Lake City and Chicago WestJet announced its largest summer 2025 Edmonton schedule to date, detailing nonstop service to 11 transborder, 20 domestic and two sun destinations. The schedule features new direct connectivity to Salt Lake City and Chicago along with numerous frequency increases on key domestic routes. With the noteworthy additions to WestJet's growing Edmonton network, the airline will enhance its overall seat capacity in Alberta's capital by 23 per cent compared to summer 2024. "Today's reveal is just one of the many chapters in WestJet's Edmonton growth story and showcases our investment as the city's number one air carrier and growth engine. In the last three years, we have [...]

2024-11-19T08:16:35+02:00November 19th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Delta launches re-imagined SkyMiles Experiences

Source: Delta Air Lines Starting this week, Delta’s even-better SkyMiles Experiences platform is curated with SkyMiles Members in mind – giving them more ways to use their miles and access to unforgettable experiences beyond travel. Delta SkyMiles Membership is about so much more than using miles to purchase tickets for travel and earning seat upgrades – it’s about unlocking unforgettable experiences, exclusive events and shareable moments. That’s why Delta is relaunching SkyMiles Experiences: a centralized gateway to once-in-a-lifetime adventures that go far beyond the flight. Originally launched in 2016, SkyMiles Experiences has evolved to support the aspirations of today’s consumers. On top of using their miles to bid on Experiences, Members will now enjoy more opportunities to instantly access Experiences [...]

2024-11-19T08:00:28+02:00November 19th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

TIACA Launches the 5th Annual Air Cargo Sustainability Survey

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) announced that the 5th Annual Air Cargo Sustainability Survey has been launched.  This year's survey will continue to monitor air cargo's progress towards a sustainable future. We are calling on the entire industry to respond to allow us to get a full understanding of the work we are doing. The results and recommendations of the air cargo sustainability survey are published annually in the Insights Report.  The first report was published in 2020 and serves as a benchmark to measure year-on-year progression of the air cargo industry's sustainability activities. "We look forward to hearing the progress the industry makes toward a sustainable future each year. While we have a lot to do, [...]

2024-11-18T12:04:04+02:00November 18th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

FAA Updates BasicMed Program

Source: FAA The Federal Aviation Administration updated its BasicMed regulations to allow pilots to operate larger aircraft and carry more passengers. BasicMed, which took effect in 2017, allows pilots to fly without holding an FAA medical certificate provided they meet certain conditions. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 required the FAA to expand BasicMed to: Increase the number of allowable passengers to six from five, and the number of occupants to seven from six. Increase the maximum aircraft takeoff weight to 12,500 lbs. from 6,000 lbs., excluding transport category helicopters. Allow pilot examiners to conduct flight checks using BasicMed in aircraft that are covered by the BasicMed rule. Information for examiners is available here. Pilots must meet specific conditions to operate under BasicMed. [...]

2024-11-18T12:47:56+02:00November 18th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Boeing Elects Tim Buckley to Board of Directors

Source: Boeing Buckley to join Finance and Governance & Public Policy committees The Boeing Company Board of Directors today announced that it has elected Tim Buckley as its newest member, effective January 1, 2025. Buckley will serve on the Finance and Governance & Public Policy committees. Buckley, 55, previously served as Chair and CEO of The Vanguard Group, where he successfully led one of the largest investment management firms in the world, with nearly $10 trillion in assets under management. "Tim is a renowned, trusted leader who brings the voice of the investor and a track record of business success to our Board," said Boeing Board Chair Steve Mollenkopf. "Tim's familiarity with the broad investor community, expertise managing complex business [...]

2024-11-18T12:16:58+02:00November 18th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Aruba Airport obtains “Green Airport” recognition from ACI-LAC

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is excited to share that Queen Beatrix International Airport (Aruba Airport) proudly received its 1st ever ACI-LAC Green Airport Recognition in honor of its impeccable sustainability leadership and efforts olast week. Director of Health and Sustainability, Angeline Flemming, accepted this award on behalf of AAA and the entire Airport community. The ACI-LAC Green Airport Recognition program by Airport Council International (ACI) aims to promote environmental best practices to minimize aviation’s impact on the environment and to recognize airport members who have achieved outstanding accomplishments in their environmental projects. This year, ACI-LAC Airport Members were able to submit their outstanding projects under the category of Circular Economy encompassing efficient use of resources by [...]

2024-11-18T12:32:36+02:00November 18th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|