/Qatar Airways Announces Tennis Legend Novak Djokovic as Global Brand Ambassador and Wellness Advisor/

Qatar Airways Announces Tennis Legend Novak Djokovic as Global Brand Ambassador and Wellness Advisor

Source: Qatar Airways The World’s Best Airline teams up with 24-time Grand Slam and 2024 Olympic Gold Medallist champion in multi-year partnership Qatar Airways is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Novak Djokovic as the airline’s Global Brand Ambassador and Wellness Advisor. This multi-year collaboration positions Qatar Airways as the Official Airline Partner of Novak Djokovic, bringing together the World’s Best Airline, as voted by Skytrax in 2024, and a sporting icon renowned for excellence, resilience, and global appeal. The partnership was unveiled at the Altitude Wellness Centre at Al Maha Qatar Airways Crew Accommodation Building, a location symbolic of peak performance and well-being – qualities synonymous with Novak’s legendary career. Paying homage to Novak’s unmatched success on [...]

2024-11-29T07:38:14+02:00November 29th, 2024|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|

Tropic Air Expands Fleet with the Addition of a Factory-New Cessna Grand Caravan EX

Source: Tropic Air Tropic Air announced the introduction of a factory-new, fourth-generation Cessna Grand Caravan EX. This state-of-the-art aircraft registered as V3-HJA will increase Tropic’s all-Caravan fleet to 15. It marks a significant step in the airline’s Growth and Renewal Initiative that began in 2023, reaffirming Tropic Air’s commitment to providing a safe and Premium Passenger Experience. Tropic’s new aircraft holds a special place in Belize’s aviation history as the first factory-new aircraft to be registered and operated in the country since 2019, Tropic Air’s last aircraft acquisition. “Our investment in this aircraft is not only for Tropic Air but for Belize and its future growth. This addition reflects our commitment to safety, strengthens our position as Belize’s largest airline [...]

2024-11-28T06:15:11+02:00November 28th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Delta named ‘Most Honored Company’ on Extel 2024 All-America Executive Team list

Source: Delta Air Lines For the seventh consecutive year, Delta was the highest scoring airline on the 2024-2025 All-America Executive Team rankings by Extel (formerly Institutional Investor), with first-place titles in all categories within the airline industry. High marks from investors earned Delta the prestigious “Most Honored Company” designation. “We’re honored and humbled that the investment community has once again recognized the industry-leading work of Delta’s 100,000 people worldwide,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “Congratulations to our Investor Relations team – they play a critical role in managing relationships with the investment community and ensuring that investors and Wall Street analysts recognize the attractiveness of Delta as a long-term investment.” Extel is a respected and influential financial news outlet, and [...]

2024-11-28T06:35:28+02:00November 28th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

Lower Inter-Island Passenger Fees in the Dutch Caribbean

Source: Aruba Queen Beatrix International Airport The Dutch Caribbean Cooperation of Airports (DCCA) is proud to announce an innovative initiative to lower Passenger Facility Charges (PFC) for inter-island travel from the ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao) to the Dutch Caribbean. This effort is designed to further strengthen regional connectivity, making travel more affordable for residents and visitors amongst the Dutch Caribbean. Aligned with the Joint Strategic Plan, this initiative underscores DCCA's dedication to enhancing mobility within the region. By reducing the PFC to $15 per passenger, travelers will benefit from lower ticket prices, with the adjustment clearly reflected in the fare breakdowns of participating airlines. The Dutch Caribbean carriers Divi Divi Air, Z-air, and Winair have expressed their support and [...]

2024-11-28T06:09:27+02:00November 28th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|

British Airways welcomes three new Italian routes to its network

Source: British Airways British Airways adds Rimini and Salerno to its route network, alongside an additional service to Olbia, Sardinia from London City  The additions bring the number of Italian destinations served by the flag carrier to 19, more than any other European country British Airways has announced three new routes for summer 2025, bolstering its extensive network of Italian destinations. Launching in May 2025, British Airways will introduce new flights to Rimini (RMI) on the Adriatic Coast from London Heathrow, and Salerno (QSR) on the Amalfi Coast from London Gatwick. A new service from London City to Olbia (OLB) in Sardinia will complement existing flights from Heathrow. The new routes will bring the total number of Italian destinations served [...]

2024-11-28T05:41:00+02:00November 28th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|

COP29: ICAO successfully advocates for global support for aviation’s clean energy transition

Source: ICAO ​The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) successfully rallied international support for aviation's decarbonization efforts at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29), with the ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano leading crucial discussions on the sector's clean energy transition. On the opening day, ICAO hosted a strategic briefing session at the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Pavilion, showcasing recent achievements in international aviation and climate change while highlighting contributions to UN SDGs, particularly SDG 13 on climate action. The session culminated in the Azerbaijan State Civil Aviation Agency, of the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, joining over 200 partners in the ICAO Assistance, Capacity-building and Training for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (ACT-SAF) programme. "While international aviation continues to play a [...]

2024-11-28T06:33:51+02:00November 28th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Latest Global Traveller Survey reveals increasing expectations for wellbeing and premium experiences

Source: ACI World Annual ACI World report captures insights from over 4,125 travellers across 30 countries Airports Council International (ACI) World today has launched the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) 2024 Global Traveller Survey (GTS) report, revealing shifts in passenger expectations amidst a stabilizing travel landscape and an increasing demand for traveller wellbeing and premium experiences. For the fifth year, ACI World's ASQ expertise in customer experience market research has been leveraged for the 2024 GTS report to capture insights from over 4,125 travellers across 30 countries who have travelled by air at least once in the past 12 months. The 2024 GTS report was released today at Airports Innovate – an ACI event that brings together airport innovators, start-ups, visionary [...]

2024-11-27T12:15:30+02:00November 27th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Legal experts will gather in London to tackle aviation’s future challenges

Source: ICAO The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the UK Civil Aviation Authority will bring together the world's leading aviation legal experts in London this week to address critical challenges facing the industry, from artificial intelligence regulation to sustainability frameworks. Chief executives, director generals, and legal officials from across the global aviation sector will shape new approaches to safety, security, and innovation during the three-day summit. The Civil Aviation Legal Advisers Forum (CALAF/3), to be held from 26 to 28 November 2024, will be hosted by the UK Civil Aviation Authority on behalf of ICAO. ICAO's Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar and the UK Civil Aviation Authority's Chief Executive Rob Bishton will open proceedings, with the regulator's Chair Sir [...]

2024-11-27T12:19:22+02:00November 27th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|

oneworld lands ‘Best Airline Alliance’ award from Business Traveler USA

Source: oneworld oneworld's success was hailed at the award ceremony in Miami, Florida oneworld® is continuing its winning streak, having been named 'Best Airline Alliance' by the leading North American travel magazine, Business Traveler USA, at last week's awards ceremony. The victory makes this the ninth year oneworld has been crowned the winner in this category, as frequent business travellers continue to value the alliance's world-class airlines offering a superior and seamless travel experience. The awards ceremony, hosted at SGWS Wynwood in Miami, Florida, saw Loren Neuenschwander, oneworld Vice President, Membership, collect the award on behalf of the alliance. Now in its 35th year, the Business Traveler North America Awards pay tribute to the top providers of services and products [...]

2024-11-27T12:24:48+02:00November 27th, 2024|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

WestJet announces service between Vancouver and Austin beginning this summer

Source: WestJet WestJet has announced plans to launch new threetimes-weekly nonstop service connecting Vancouver and Austin, Texas. Beginning May 11, 2025, the new route will unlock significant tourism and economic opportunities in both destinations, bridging businesses, tourists and cultural exchange between the vibrant city of Vancouver and the dynamic, rapidly growing market of Austin. "As we continue to strengthen our service across Western Canada, we are proud to add new WestJet service between Vancouver and Austin as part of our expanded summer schedule," said Daniel Fajardo, WestJet Vice-President of Network and Schedule Planning. "This service will provide a valuable connection between the Greater Vancouver Area and Southern U.S., offering guests a convenient and affordable way to explore Austin'sthriving music scene [...]

2024-11-27T12:26:52+02:00November 27th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|