MIAMI – Saudi low-cost airline flyadeal (F3), based at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, has taken delivery of its first factory-fresh Airbus A320neo. It’s the first of 30 of the models to be delivered over the next three years, Airbus said in a news release today. The airline is set to receive a …
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Malaysia Airlines puts A380s up for sale.
The A380 was popular with passengers because of its space and comfort. Malaysia’s first class. Airbus is ending production of the A380, with the final two aircraft expected to be delivered to Dubai-based Emirates in 2022. Inside the last A380s: AirlineRatings inspects the final superjumbos being readied for Emirates. Although popular with passengers for its …
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Boeing and Airbus boost support for North American sustainable fuels
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is getting a much-needed boost in North America with separate agreements between producers and major aircraft manufacturers Boeing and Airbus. Both planemakers are promising to work on accelerating SAF development — Airbus in Canada and Boeing on its home turf in the US. Although electric and hybrid aircraft are being …
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14 gorgeous cabin rentals in Michigan for year-round fun, including summer lake rentals and cozy A-frames
Summary List Placement Surrounded by the five Great Lakes, Michigan is home to 3,200 miles of shoreline, over 11,000 inland lakes, and more lighthouses than any other state. And for those who prefer time away from the water, half of Michigan’s land is forests, ripe for hiking and enjoying the great outdoors. So it’s …
Silk Way West Airlines Targets Indian Cargo Market
MIAMI – Azerbaijan-based cargo operator Silk Way West Airlines (7L) has announced its weekly Jumbo jet freighter service connecting Baku to India’s financial capital Mumbai (BOM). The service will run every Thursday and will open a new link in 7L’s freight network. Mumbai is one of Asia’s prominent cargo hubs providing a strategic stopover connecting …
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3 new Amex Hilton credit card offers can get you up to 130,000 points and a $100 statement credit for a limited time
Summary List Placement Amex has launched new offers on three of its Hilton credit cards through August 25, 2021. New cardholders can earn up to 130,000 points plus a $100 Hilton statement credit. You can redeem Hilton points at over 6,400 hotels worldwide, starting at 5,000 points per night. Read Insider’s guide to the best hotel …
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport’s “Inserted” Runway
MIAMI – Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) is nearing the completion of its 3,500m-long, 60m-wide “inserted” runway. It will serve as a replacement for its existing runway that will undergo renovation. The new runway sits right in between the existing runway (12/30) and the terminal side giving it the “inserted” nickname. The former runway will …
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10 dreamy Airbnbs on Maui, from an oceanfront penthouse to a cozy studio near the famed Road to Hana
Summary List Placement Maui is open for travel and as of July 8, 2021, fully vaccinated travelers can skip quarantine or testing with proof of their vaccination. Opting for a vacation rental makes it easy to live like a local with beautiful homes located near the beach, amid vibrant villages, or alongside lush valley terrain. …
Alitalia Is Dead, Long Live ITA!
MIAMI – Italia Trasporti Aereo, aka ITA, the newly created public company to replace Alitalia (AZ), will take off on October 15. And so, the day before will be the last day of AZ, which has been in extraordinary administration since May 2, 2017. The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and ITA shareholder has …
Cathay aims to wow passengers with new A321neos
Cathay’s impressive new regional business class seats. Photo Cathay Pacific. The 190 economy class seats feature 11.6-inch 4K screens along with a generous recline, comfortable seat cushions and new adjustable headrests. The airline is promising new and enhanced IFE content selection it says will provide one of the biggest movie and TV libraries on a …
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Low-cost airlines are coming back to the US this summer and offering Americans cheaper access to a newly reopened Europe
Summary List Placement In the summer of 2018, Americans heading overseas to Europe had their pick of airlines ranging from the cheapest low-cost carrier to the most expensive premium carrier. Low-cost transatlantic carriers like Wow Air, Primera Air, and Norwegian Air Shuttle offered inexpensive fares that opened up Europe to more travelers and lowered fares …
Boeing Deliveries Rise on MAX
MIAMI – The Boeing Company has announced this week its quarterly deliveries of commercial aircraft, boosted by its 737 MAX model. The second quarter saw 50 deliveries of the 737 model as the MAX backlog improves following its well-documented delays. While Boeing also delivered 12 Boeing 787s in the quarter, the company said in a …
I’m an avid cruiser and now’s the best time to go. Ships are only a third full, dining reservations aren’t competitive, and everything was above and beyond sanitary.
Summary List Placement Since my husband Ed and I retired, cruising has become a favorite pastime. In February 2020, we completed our 25th cruise with Viking River Cruises after spending 13 days cruising Norway’s Arctic Circle in search of the Northern Lights. Like many others, we spent the next 15 months at home due to …
Delta boss upbeat about US demand recovery
Delta Air Lines reported a second-quarter profit of $652 million as domestic leisure travel recovered to 2019 levels and it recuperated from the devasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Delta’s profit, the first for five quarters, was boosted by$US1.5 billion in government payroll aid and translated to an $US881 million pre-tax loss when this was …
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COVID chaos sees Australian domestic airfares plunge to a 12-month low
Australian domestic airfares nosedived in July as the nation’s biggest city plunged into COVID chaos and ticket prices in all classes hit their lowest ebb in 12 months. Business fares in July were less than half the level enjoyed by carriers in 2003 and almost 42 percent down compared to the same month last year, …
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British Airways adds in-seat food and drink orders via smartphones
British Airways Euro Traveller customers can now use their mobile phones to buy food and drink from their seats. The UK carrier will introduce a digital ordering platform on select routes from July 19 before rolling it out across the rest of its shorthaul network on flights from London Heathrow. However, it will not be …
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Governments should adopt new WHO COVID recommendations: IATA
Governments have been urged to adopt new World Health Organization guidance that recommends against requiring proof of vaccinations as a mandatory condition of entry to a country. The International Air Transport Association described WHO guidelines released July 2 as “common sense, risk-based recommendations “that would allow international air travel to resume. In addition to not …
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Challenging Airports: Leh, India
MIAMI – With a flight path between the Himalayan mountains, the approach to Leh Airport (IXL) is one of the most breathtaking and scenic in the world. IXL is situated in the Indian state of Ladakh, which is a strategic airbase for India and is also used for commercial operations. Kushok Bakula Rimpoche Airport, aka Leh …
9 of the best hotels in Mexico City, including design-forward boutiques, intimate guest houses, and luxury favorites
Summary List Placement Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Located in the Valley of Mexico at the center of the country, this centuries-old cultural and financial hub has been drawing more travelers away from the country’s well-traversed seaside towns. The mega-metropolis has a reputation as an international hub for art, design, and gastronomy. You may have …
From Hawaii’s volcanoes to rugged Acadia, we found the best vacation rentals near national parks
Summary List Placement From coast to coast (plus Hawaii and Alaska), the National Park Service protects over 50 million acres of land, all of which are open for public recreation. Among these parks, you can find exceptional wonders from the world’s largest cave system in Kentucky to the world’s deepest lake in Oregon, and, …
A new Amex Marriott Bonvoy promotion can net cardholders 6x points in popular travel categories this summer
Summary List Placement American Express has launched a new promotion for personal Amex Marriott Bonvoy cardholders**. From July 14 to September 30, 2021, you can earn 6x points in select travel-related categories. Enrollment is required by September 15, and each category is capped at 10,000 points maximum. Read Insider’s guide to the best rewards …
Delta Air Lines to Welcome Boeing, Airbus Aircraft
MIAMI – Delta Air Lines (DL) has announced its decision to welcome 29 used Boeing 737-900ERs and lease seven used Airbus A350-900s to trim, modernize, and build on efficiency. “These aircraft are an investment in Delta’s future,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “As we look past the pandemic, Delta’s disciplined, innovative approach to fleet renewal positions us for …
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8 of our favorite hotels in Mexico that aren’t in tourist hot spots like Cabo, Cancun, or Tulum
Summary List Placement Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky I’m a professional travel writer who has visited Mexico many times for work and leisure, both with and without kids. So, I’m often the go-to resource for those looking for recommendations on places to stay in the country. Even prior to the pandemic, I preferred to …
Air France Group Sends RFP to Airbus/Boeing
MIAMI – Air France Group Press Service (AF) has confirmed that a Request For Proposal (RFP) has been sent to both Airbus and Boeing. The RFP, which covers up to 160 single-aisle aircraft, is not an order by itself but only a request to submit proposals for a particular type, in this case, single-aisle aircraft. …
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Cruise giant Norwegian sues Florida’s top surgeon over the state’s vaccine passport ban. The ban stops it protecting customers from COVID-19, it said.
Summary List Placement Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) has sued Florida’s surgeon general over a state law banning companies from demanding that customers show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. The $10 billion company — which owns cruise giants Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises — asked the court to grant a preliminary injunction …
COVID aircraft pricing helps Delta fleet renewal
Delta Air Lines has inked agreements to add 29 used Boeing 737-900ERs and lease seven used Airbus A350-900s as part of a COVID-boosted fleet renewal push. Delta will lease the A350s through AerCap and purchase 27 of the 737-900ERs from funds managed by Castlelake, L.P. The remaining 737-900ERs will be financed from funds also managed …
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Boeing confirms new 787 concerns will cut production
Boeing has confirmed that it will lower the production rate of its 787 Dreamliners and deliver fewer planes as it addresses new concerns about production problems. The Federal Aviation Administration revealed this week that some undelivered 787s had a new manufacturing quality issue that Boeing had agreed to fix before the planes were delivered. It …
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