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The demand for a spot aboard a cruise ship is expected to outweigh supply, according to UBS analysts
Summary List Placement Demand for cruise travel is poised to rise significantly in the next year due to vaccine availability and people not having travelled during the pandemic, analysts at investment bank UBS predict. UBS told investors in a note on Thursday that it was upgrading Carnival Cruise Lines stock to a “buy” rating, a …
IATA Travel Pass Trialed on First International Flight
MIAMI – The International Air transport Association(IATA) Travel Pass is a reality, successfully trialed on a Singapore Airline (SG) flight to London where a group of passengers used the new travel credential system to enter the UK. The trial is the beginning action on the establishment of a digital document as valid proof of either …
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The FAA Tightens Oversight of the Boeing 787 Program
MIAMI – The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is paying more attention to Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner wide-body development. According to the FAA, this deprives the aircraft manufacturer of the authority to sign off on four new planes. The FAA issued a statement saying that its inspectors will hold the authority to issue airworthiness certificates for four 787 planes, instead of Boeing. The agency adds: “The FAA can retain the authority to issue airworthiness certificates for additional 787 aircraft …
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Volotea Opens New Olbia Base
LONDON – Volotea (V7) expands its presence in Sardinia by establishing a new summer base in Olbia (OLB) from June 4. The company will use an Airbus A319 from that date to have more convenient travel arrangements in these new connections. Indeed, the company announced two new routes from OLB to Catania (CTA) and Cuneo …
Airline workers receive extra Jobkeeper support: report
Qantas boss Alan Joyce has reportedly revealed an Australian government plan to give more than 8000 airline employees affected by the closure of international borders a $500 a week “direct support payment”. The Australian newspaper reported that the Qantas boss told an employee “town hall” meeting that the allowance was the “centerpiece” of the government’s …
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Misbehave on a US flight and cop a fine of up to $US20,000
Authorities in the US are following through on threats to slam travelers who misbehave on flights with a massive fine. The US Federal Aviation Administration Wednesday announced civil penalties of $US20,000 and $US12,500 against two passengers for allegedly interfering with flight attendants who told them to wear face masks and obey other rules. READ: Southwest …
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International travel closer as IATA app passes crucial test
The International Air Transport Association’s Travel Pass health app has passed a crucial test with the first international travelers to use it arriving at London’s Heathrow Airport Wednesday. The IATA pass is one of several apps being tested to help travelers manage their health credentials and the requirements various jurisdictions will place on international visitors. …
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ATR’s Comprehensive Recovery Plan for 2021 and beyond
MIAMI – ATR is poised to arise from the COVID-19 crisis stronger by expanding its global footprint over the next decade. The firm is also seeking to provide the most competitive and modern alternative for regional air travel. In 2020, ATR responded rapidly to the situation caused by COVID-19. The firm overcomes the crisis by …
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Sun Country Airline IPO Raises US$218m
MIAMI – Sun Country Airlines (SY) stock jumped 40% on its first day of trading on Wednesday, indicating high investor interest in airline stocks. Sun Country said late Tuesday it had sold nearly 9.1 million shares at US$24 each (US218m in total), according to CNBC. Last week, the Minneapolis-based airline forecasted a share price of …
Sky Express Flies to Rhodes, Becomes International
MIAMI – Sky Express (GQ), an airline with a brand new jet fleet, has started flying from Athens (ATH) to the prized island of Rhodes. Sky Express offers services to the Greek island of Rhodes (RHO), the latest addition to the flights for Thessaloniki (SKG) and Heraklion (HER) already in operation. This new daily service …
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7 family-friendly destinations across the US for a safe, last-minute spring break trip — plus the best rentals for each
Summary List Placement With the ongoing pandemic, many families are seeking safe domestic spring break destinations. Airbnb is a great lodging option since it offers a socially distanced stay where families can spread out. We found family-friendly spring break destinations across the US, plus top family rentals for each. It’s been more than one …
NAC Delivers Dash 8-400 to LAM Mozambique Airlines
LONDON – Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) delivered one DeHavilland Dash 8-400 to LAM Mozambique Airlines (TM) as MSN4175. NAC is the industry’s leading regional aircraft lessor serving approximately 75 airline customers in over 50 countries. NAC’s current fleet of almost 500 aircraft includes ATR 42, ATR 72, De Havilland Dash 8, Mitsubishi CRJ900/1000, Airbus A220, …
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American Airlines is joining the Austin, Texas craze with a 10-route expansion to the latest tech boomtown
Summary List Placement American Airlines is preparing for the summer of vaccinated travel and has its sights set on Texas, but not its usual Dallas hub. Austin, Texas is receiving 10 routes this spring and summer aimed at increased leisure flyers and the hopeful return of business travel. The Texas capital city has been the …
VIDEO: Last Built Airbus A380 Performs Fly-by over Toulouse
MAMI – The last-ever produced Airbus A380 aircraft took off on its first test flight in Toulouse, marking the end of an era for the Superjumbo. At 12:54 PM local time (UTC +1), the Airbus A380, MSN 272, took off for its first test flight from Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS), France, as the aircraft (temporarily …
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Boeing 787 Dreamliner: Another Potential Flaw
MIAMI – Boeing is investigating another possible problem with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight deck windows, putting them through their paces. Bloomberg reported that since discovering that a supplier had changed its production procedure, Boeing has been reviewing the cockpit windows in a small batch of planes, according to two people who asked not to …
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How credit card rewards and benefits are helping me save over $700 on a family road trip
Summary List Placement This page includes information about the Discover it® Cash Back product, which is currently not available on Insider and may be out of date. Credit card rewards and benefits are helping my family save over $700 on a spring-break road trip. We’re using points and an anniversary award night from the …
Finnair Gets EU Commission Approval for State Aid
MIAMI – Finnair (AY) has finally won approval from EU Commission on Competition Policy on US$409m (EU€ 351.3m) state aid as compensation for losses caused by the ongoing pandemic, in particular during the period going from March to end December 2020. According to PubAffairsBruxelles.com, a non-profit organization that follows the works of the European Union, …
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Delta SkyMiles Platinum Card review: Excellent perks for Delta flyers, including a companion certificate that can save you hundreds of dollars
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express CardSummary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Review: Is the Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express the best credit card for you? The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card is one of four personal credit cards in the Amex Delta family, and although it has a Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express …
AirBaltic’s Pilots to Savor Taste of Sustainability
MIAMI – Latvian airline AirBaltic (BT) has recently launched a new sustainability initiative to replace pilot briefing materials with automated flight plans that pilots can access on their iPads. As BT confirmed in a press release, Martin Gauss, Chief Executive Officer of BT says that the airline introduced iPads for its pilots back in 2014, …
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Chicago Rockford International, Köln Bonn Sign Airport Cooperation Agreement
MIAMI – Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Köln Bonn Airport (CGN) have signed an agreement to develop air cargo traffic between their two regions. According to a press release from CGN, the collaboration will enhance the exchange of expertise between the two main cargo service airports and will help each airport’s collective air carrier …
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Today in Aviation: First Flight of the Convair CV-240
MIAMI – Today in Aviation, the Convair CV-240, the first pressurized, twin-engined airliner, took to the skies for the first time in 1947. The type was a revised design that had a longer but thinner fuselage than the Model 110, accommodating 40 passengers. The American airliner was produced by Convair from 1947 to 1954 as …
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Could London Heathrow be at Risk of Collapse?
MIAMI – Many of the world’s biggest airports have seen air traffic nosedive during COVID-19. Such has been the impact that some, including Heathrow, have warned that if passenger numbers do not take off quickly, they may not be able to carry on. John Holland-Kaye, the chief executive officer at Heathrow, has said that the …
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Air Atlanta Icelandic Purchases British Airways Flight Sim
MIAMI – Air Atlanta Icelandic (CC), taking advantage of British Airways (BA) decision to alienate all of its Boeing 747, has purchased one of the type’s flight simulators that BA hosts at its Global Learning Academy located at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). According to the press release published by BA Global Learning Academy, the flight …
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Southwest close to order for 300 737 MAX aircraft?
Radarbox blog is reporting that Southwest’s pending order for the 737-7 MAX will top a staggering 300 aircraft. It says that the commitment will be for 130 firm orders and 170 optional orders with the airline intending to replace its aging fleet of 737-700 Next Generation (NG), which averages 16 years. The order if confirmed …
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The 14 best Airbnbs in Atlanta, from a downtown luxury apartment to a secluded tree house in the suburbs
Summary List Placement Lively outdoor dining, entertainment, and activities make Atlanta an attractive place to visit. Nature enthusiasts will also find rivers, trails, and parks to explore in the “City in a Forest.” We’ve chosen well-located Airbnbs in the city and just beyond, ranging from $75 to $169 a night. The historically busiest airport …
The best credit card bonuses and deals this week include offers to earn 40,000 airline miles and extra points for gas and home improvement spending
Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Chase has announced the Q2 bonus categories on the Chase Freedom Flex℠ and Chase Freedom® cards. Amex launched elevated referral offers which include bonuses at US home furnishing stores. New offers for the Chase Southwest personal cards include 3x points on dining in the first year. Read Insider’s …