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MIAMI – As announced in October, Michael Rousseau succeeded Calin Rovinescu as President and CEO of Air Canada (AC) on February 15, the end of the company’s fiscal year. Congratulations Calin Rovinescu on your well-earned retirement. Thank you for 12 years of leadership, vision and unwavering dedication to making Air Canada a global champion. We …
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LONDON – Cargolux Airlines (CV) has successfully passed its GDP (Good Distribution Practice) surveillance audit this week. The certification attests that the company’s quality management system fulfils the latest requirements of the EU Directive ‘Guidelines on Good Distribution Practice of Medicinal Products for Human Use’ and of WHO Guidelines. Photo Misael Ocasio Hernandez/Airways Good Distribution …
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A British Airways Concorde departing London’s Heathrow Airport. Photo: British Airways A One of a Kind Aircraft BA1 was BA’s and Concorde’s flagship flight. Departing at 10.30 am from LHR each weekday morning and arriving into New York around 8.30 am the same day. It was the aircraft everyone wanted to fly on, and the …
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Summary List Placement Many travelers like to bring their pets on weekend getaways and cross-country road trips. In addition to pet-friendly hotels, many Airbnb hosts are happy to host you and your pets. We rounded up some of the best and most unique pet-friendly Airbnbs in the US. Since the pandemic began, pet adoption …
Virgin Australia is dramatically increasing its Australian domestic network after the state of Victoria lifted its COVID-19 lockdown. The airline is also launching two new routes from Adelaide to the Sunshine Coast and from Melbourne to Ballina Byron (Byron Bay). The airline is expanded frequencies across Australia to key leisure destinations such as Cairns, Hamilton …
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Passengers are avoiding hubs and seeking nonstops in the COVID-19 world according to new data from OAG. In a new report using airline scheduled data from the past 12 months, OAG found that; Domestic travel is recovering faster than international air travel Passengers actively avoid hub airports for some time, preferring non-stop flights Leisure travel …
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MIAMI – TUI (TB) has completed the first European commercial flight with the recertified Boeing 737 MAX 8 from Brussels (BRU) to Malaga (AGP). The type was re-certified just last week by EASA after a 20-month ban from the world’s skies, and this week saw GCAA approve the 737 MAX to resume flying in the …
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MIAMI – Iberia (IB) has successfully delivered the COVID-19 vaccine to the Dominican Republic via Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD). Flown by British Airways (BA) from Mumbai (BOM) to London (LHR) on February 14, 110kg of Covid-19 vaccine, manufactured by the Serum Institute of India under Astra Zeneca license, were transferred to IB for delivery to the …
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LONDON – On the heels of the Italian union update on NAR Italy, Airways has received a document from the French union describing the NAR France bankruptcy. The document states that since March 2020, Norwegian Air Resources (DY/NAR) set in motion its ‘Activité Partielle’, or AP, which is a technical unemployment scheme under a public …
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Summary List Placement JetBlue Airways on Wednesday announced sweeping changes to its fare and fee structures, with its most cost-oriented flyers buying the airline’s cheapest tickets slated to be the most affected. The New York-based carrier introduced its version of basic economy, known as “blue basic,” in 2019 and while it was among the best …
MIAMI – Etihad Airways (EY) and Gulf Air (GF) have entered into a new Strategic Commercial Cooperation Agreement (SCCA) finalized to reinforce their partnership that will go beyond their hubs in Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Bahrein (BAH). The SCCA, still awaiting the regulatory green light from both governments, is based on the Memorandum of Understanding …
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MIAMI – According to Oliver Wyman’s fleet and latest MRO forecast, the number of commercial aircraft in the Middle East region will go up by 2% in the next five (5) years. Furthermore, despite the grounding of a large number of aircraft during the pandemic, under 400 during that period, the number is estimated to …
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LONDON – Austrian Airlines (OS) plans to progressively increase its flight schedule, with more than 20 destinations resumed by summer 2021. These destinations include Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Florence, Gothenburg, Kosice, Krakow, Lviv, Odesa, and Oslo. In the intercontinental route network, Amman, Bangkok, Chicago, and Tokyo are back in the OS flight schedule. Austrian Airlines’ Q400 taxiing …
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LONDON – Cargolux has joined UNICEF’s Humanitarian Airfreight Initiative to transport essential medical and pharmaceutical supplies where they are most needed. The project aims to prioritize the delivery of vital healthcare products, including COVID-19 vaccines, to curb the global pandemic. In addition to Cargolux (CV), other airlines have joined the initiative such as: AirBridgeCargo (RU), …
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New possible Malaysia Airlines MH 370 debris has been found in South Africa earlier this month but there has been no reaction from Malaysian officials. According to wreck hunter, Blaine Gibson the debris was washed ashore in early February in Jeffreys Bay near Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The piece of debris is approximately 3 feet …
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Summary List Placement In winter, beach vacations are a great option for a warm-weather getaway or a crowd-free respite. Airbnbs with direct beachfront or private beach access are a great way to ensure social distancing. From Malibu to Cape Cod, we found top beach homes ranging from $65 to $650 per night. Despite the …
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MIAMI – With the return of WestJet’s (WS) Boeing 737 MAX aircraft earlier this year, February has now delivered more change for the Canadian airline. Today, WS announced that Arved von zur Muehlen, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, will step down from the airline on March 5, 2021. Ed Sims, WS’s current President …
MIAMI – Oman Air (WY) has decided to scrap its expansion plans, notwithstanding a constant two-digit growth in the past few years. The forgone expansion plans centered on a new fleet and additional destinations. The carrier was planning on doubling the fleet by adding Boeing 787s, Airbus 330Neo, and 737 MAX 8 while phased out …
MIAMI – Etihad Cargo (EY) signs a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). Etihad Cargo, a freight and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, has signed this MoU in support of its Humanitarian Airfreight Initiative. Under the MoU, Etihad Cargo will assist the global distribution of COVID-19 …
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MIAMI – Denver-based LCC Frontier Airlines (F9) has announced it will open a new base at Tampa International Airport (TPA) in May of this year. Approximately 250 cabin crew and 140 pilots will be based at TPA, with possible increases in the future. Plans are also in the works for yet another crew base at Hartsfield-Jackson …
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MIAMI – The South African government steps in once more to help South African Airways (SA) to get out of financial quicksands. The new loan of 5 billion ZAR (US$346m) will allow the ailing carrier to pay severance packages to its employees that opted for this proposed solution. The payment was expected to take place …
SAS Airbus 321LR. Photo: Airbus SAS Airbus A321LR SAS currently operates 44 Airbus A320neo and one A321LR powered by the LEAP engine. As part of its strategy to establish international routes, including to the US, the carrier aims to add two extra A321LR. SAS took delivery of the first Airbus A321LR last October. The aircraft, …
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Summary List Placement Marriott International chief executive Arne Sorenson, who was undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer, has died at age 62, the company said on Tuesday. The first non-family member to head the hotel chain, Sorenson had earlier this month stepped back from the full-time role to treat the cancer that was diagnosed in 2019. …
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Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Chase launched a limited-time bonus on the Southwest personal cards that includes a Companion Pass. The American Express® Business Gold Card is offering an increased welcome bonus for a limited time. Don’t forget about increased credit card welcome offers that don’t have an end date yet. Read Insider’s guide …
MIAMI – airBaltic (BT) and Lufthansa (LH) have introduced a codeshare partnership to open up new, seamless options for travel. According to a BT press release from today, as of March 28, LH will place its marketing codes on routes between Munich and Riga, Latvia and Munich, and Vilnius, Lithuania run by BT, whose customers …
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Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) are conducting experiments with an antimicrobial surface coating designed to fight the spread of bacteria and viruses, including the Earth-bound SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for the current COVID-19 pandemic. Developed by Boeing and The University of Queensland (UQ), the joint research project was tested aboard Boeing’s ecoDemonstrator aircraft last …
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MIAMI – As a major snowstorm grips southern US states, many airports have been forced to cancel flights or completely close their airfields. These airports affected include but are not limited to Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW), San Antonio Airport (SAT), Austin Airport (AUS), Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH), Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), and Baton Rouge Metropolitan …
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