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Ontario International Airport welcomes 30 millionth passenger since return to local ownership
When Jessica Burchett arrived at Ontario International Airport (ONT) last Thursday, she had no idea she was about to become an instant celebrity as the 30 millionth passenger since the transition of the airport to local ownership six years ago.
Thanks a Million! Avelo Flies One Millionth Customer at Tweed Airport
Just 16 months after taking flight from Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN), Avelo Airlines flew its one millionth Customer last Friday at HVN.
Lufthansa brings back Airbus A380 for premium flights to the US from Munich
From June 1, Lufthansa will resume its regular flight operations with the popular Airbus A380 after a three-year interruption. Daily flights from Munich to Boston will be operated by LH424.
IATA and AWS launch datathon to boost gender diversity in aviation industry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching a virtual datathon to stimulate the development of data-based solutions to further the aviation industry’s gender diversity.
Air Mauritius announces daily flights from London Gatwick to Indian Ocean Island
London Gatwick Airport passengers will benefit from greater choice when looking for winter sun this year, with Air Mauritius announcing daily flights to the Indian Ocean island.
easyJet adds 140,000 seats from Belfast airports and announces new year-round routes
easyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, has put 140,000 extra seats on sale from its Belfast airports. The additional seats, previously served by Flybe, will not only maintain domestic connectivity but also help serve the demand for domestic travel. easyJet operates more seats on domestic flights than any other UK carrier.
Austrian Airlines reappoints Michael Trestl as Chief Commercial Officer for another five years
The Supervisory Board of Austrian Airlines AG has reappointed Michael Trestl (37) to serve as member of the Executive Board and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Austria’s national airline for a period of five years from 01.01.2024 until 31.12.2028.
Lufthansa Cargo’s Dorothea von Boxberg to take over as CEO of Brussels Airlines
Dorothea von Boxberg is set to become the new CEO of Brussels Airlines. Subject to the pending resolution by the Board of Directors of SN Airholding, Dorothea von Boxberg, who is currently Chairperson of the Executive Board of Lufthansa Cargo AG, will take over in Belgium as of 15 April 2023
UNWTO has opened applications for the third edition of its Best Tourism Villages initiative
Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO was launched in 2021 as part of the Organization’s work to make tourism a driver of rural development and wellbeing. To date, over 70 villages from almost 40 countries have been recognized as Best Tourism Villages.
WYNDHAM PALMAS BEACH & GOLF RESORT ANNOUNCES TRANSFORMATION
Oceanfront Puerto Rico Boutique Resort to Unveil Renovation of Lobby, Guestrooms, Restaurants, and Common Spaces
Alaska Airlines announces agreement with Shell Aviation to expand sustainable aviation fuel market
Alaska Airlines has announced an agreement with Shell Aviation to expand the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market beyond a standard fuel supply agreement
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands partnership with AWC to open Kimpton Pattaya in Thailand
New-build Kimpton Pattaya grows successful collaboration to 1,250 rooms across six properties and three brands