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G20 Ministers show strong recognition for ICAO’s aviation decarbonization initiatives 

Source: ICAO The recent G20 Energy Transitions Ministerial Meeting held in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, from 1 to 4 October 2024, gave significant recognition to ICAO for its efforts to decarbonize the aviation sector. ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar actively participated in the event, emphasizing the critical role of aviation's clean energy transition in the global energy landscape and advocating for ICAO's ongoing initiatives to the G20 Energy Ministers. At the Roundtable on "Unlocking Future Fuels" earlier this mopnth, Mr. Salazar emphasized the importance of sustainable aviation fuels and clean energies in achieving ICAO's Long-Term Global Aspirational Goal (LTAG) of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. "We are already witnessing significant progress across the fuel industry value chain, and this [...]

2024-10-24T16:42:36+03:00October 24th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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United Launches Largest Winter Schedule Ever with a Focus on Latin America, Africa & Southern Europe, Plus Ski and Sun Destinations Across the U.S.

Source: United Airlines United will operate nearly 4,600 flights per day during peak winter season, adding flights at more than 140 U.S. airports and inaugurating service to four new international destinations United continues its growth in Latin America as the airline expects to be nearly 10% larger this winter compared to last year United expects its busiest-ever winter season with growing international demand United's winter schedule officially launches on October 24 with the addition of nonstop service to Marrakesh, Morocco After a record-setting summer season with nearly 48 million customers traveling with United, today the airline makes it even easier for customers to keep adventuring as temperatures cool down. United is flying its largest winter schedule in company history* with [...]

2024-10-24T15:54:40+03:00October 24th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Star Alliance Management Team Firmly Focused on Seamless Customer Experience

Source: Air Canada Welcomes Ambar Franco as Vice President, Customer Experience to reinforce commitment to diverse leadership and industry expertise Together with CEO Theo Panagiotoulias, key executives committed to realising the vision of an effortlessly connected world Star Alliance, the world's leading global airline alliance, firmed up its key management appointments aimed at further enhancing its strategic focus on a seamless experience for member airline customers as they benefit from the Star Alliance network. Ambar Franco joins Star Alliance as Vice President, Customer Experience. Franco will lead the development and implementation of initiatives designed to enhance the overall customer journey across the alliance: their booking experience, the experience of customers at airports and when they connect between Star Alliance member [...]

2024-10-24T15:51:03+03:00October 24th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|
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American Airlines reports third-quarter 2024 financial results

Source: American Airlines American Airlines Group Inc. today reported its third-quarter 2024 financial results, including: Record third-quarter revenue of $13.6 billion. Third-quarter net loss of $149 million, or ($0.23) per share. Excluding net special items1, third-quarter net income of $205 million, or $0.30 per diluted share. Led U.S. network carriers in third-quarter completion factor. Ended the third quarter with $11.8 billion of total available liquidity. On track to reduce total debt2 from peak levels by $15 billion by year-end 2025. Full-year adjusted earnings per diluted share3 expected to be between $1.35 and $1.60. “The American Airlines team continues to focus on running a reliable operation and managing costs across the airline,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom. “We have taken aggressive [...]

2024-10-24T16:01:01+03:00October 24th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Delta’s new cabin design enhances customer experience and showcases the future of flying

Source: Delta Air Lines New cabin design enhances customer experience and showcases the future of flying with Delta. Debuting on a narrowbody Boeing 757 aircraft that will begin flying on domestic and short haul international routes later this fall, followed by a widebody Airbus A350 in early 2025. A new cabin interior is on the horizon at Delta. Debuting this fall ahead of Delta’s centennial anniversary, the modern new design will bring substantial improvements to the airline’s aircraft interiors. From fresh seating materials, enhanced lighting and a renewed color palette, to new decorative motifs and signature branding, every aspect of the cabin interior has been carefully planned and thoughtfully redesigned to elevate the travel experience. “Delta has a 100-year history [...]

2024-10-24T16:09:09+03:00October 24th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Boeing Reports Third Quarter Results

Source: Boeing Third Quarter 2024 Financials reflect impacts of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) work stoppage and previously announced charges on commercial and defense programs Revenue of $17.8 billion, GAAP loss per share of ($9.97) and core (non-GAAP)* loss per share of ($10.44) Operating cash flow of ($1.3) billion and free cash flow of ($2.0) billion (non-GAAP)* Total company backlog of $511 billion, including over 5,400 commercial airplanes Table 1. Summary Financial Results Third Quarter Nine Months (Dollars in Millions, except per share data) 2024 2023 Change 2024 2023 Change Revenues $17,840 $18,104 (1) % $51,275 $55,776 (8) % GAAP Loss from operations ($5,761) ($808) NM ($6,937) ($1,056) NM Operating margins (32.3) % (4.5) % NM (13.5) % [...]

2024-10-23T19:38:36+03:00October 23rd, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|
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Air Canada and airBaltic Announce Codeshare Agreement Expanding Connectivity Between Canada and Northern Europe

Source: Air Canada Air Canada's code added on 10 routes operated by airBaltic to Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius airBaltic's code added on Air Canada's routes between Canada and Copenhagen, Amsterdam and Stockholm Air Canada and airBaltic today announced a codeshare agreement* providing customers additional, convenient travel options when flying between Canada and Europe's Balticstates. Effective for travel beginning November 6, 2024, Air Canada's marketing code will be placed on 10 routes operated by airBaltic, enabling customers to travel conveniently to Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania on a single ticket. The routes include the capital cities of Vilnius (Lithuania), Riga (Latvia) and Tallinn (Estonia) from several European gateways, including Copenhagen, Amsterdam and Stockholm. Also effective for travel beginning November 6, 2024, airBaltic's marketing [...]

2024-10-23T19:33:07+03:00October 23rd, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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SITA announced the appointment of Nathalie Altwegg to spearhead growth for the company’s world-leading airports business

Source: SITA With airports investing more in technology, SITA's Airports business will continue to introduce technologies and innovations to realize the next generation of operations and biometric journeys. SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, announced the appointment of Nathalie Altwegg as Senior Vice President of SITA's Airports business unit. Altwegg will spearhead SITA's further growth in the airports market, building on the company's presence in more than 1,000 airports globally, as well as its drive to reinvent and digitalize operations and journeys across the world through cutting edge technology and innovation. Altwegg comes to her new role after serving as Chief Operating Officer for SITA Europe for two years, bringing extensive management experience in strategy, commercial, people, and [...]

2024-10-23T19:52:17+03:00October 23rd, 2024|News, SUPPLIERS|
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More choices mean more customizable experiences on American Airlines

Source: American Airlines Customers flying American Airlines continue to enjoy more choices to curate their travel experience thanks to new options onboard. From inflight entertainment and dining options to a rotating amenity kit program, there is something for everyone. The entertainment doesn’t stop on board Customers traveling on American can discover new, free content on every flight as the airline adds 200 new titles on a monthly basis. New selections are inspired by current entertainment trends, customer feedback and viewing patterns, informing a thoughtfully curated collection that includes more than 1,500 movies, tv shows, audio and lifestyle offerings. As an added option, customers can stream video content from their favorite streaming platforms right to their personal devices once connected to [...]

2024-10-23T19:56:10+03:00October 23rd, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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WestJet unveils a new platform and national ad campaign, Where your story takes off, a celebration of travel enriching lives with unforgettable stories

Source: WestJet 'Flight Stories' the first commercial under the new brand platform brings WestJet's new tagline to life Today, WestJet ushers in a new era with the launch of a comprehensive brand platform and fully integrated campaign, anchored by a new tagline—Where Your Story Takes Off.   As the airline returns to its roots, following an updated business strategy, WestJet's commitment to helping guests write memorable stories is driven by a history of care and celebrated hospitality, delivered each day by a passionate team of WestJetters. The new platform underscores the transformative power of travel, celebrating the countless stories that pass through a WestJet flight. In fact, nearly nine out of 10 Canadians, 89 per cent (WestJet, 2024) acknowledge that [...]

2024-10-22T19:13:54+03:00October 22nd, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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