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Finnair unveils 100 sustainability efforts to commemorate 100 years

Finnair unveils 100 sustainability efforts to commemorate 100 years

yesterday Press Release Airline News

Finnair has revealed it’s launched more than 100 employee-driven sustainability initiatives in the last 12 months as part of the carrier’s centennial celebrations. The new initiatives, all proposed by Finnair employees, range from the airline’s first voluntary purchase of Sustainable Aviation Fuel to recycling Finnair cabin and ground crew uniforms.

ETIHAD’S A380 TO SAY BONJOUR TO PARIS

ETIHAD’S A380 TO SAY BONJOUR TO PARIS

2 days ago Press Release Airline News

Etihad Airways is delighted to announce it will start flying its A380 double-decker to Paris, CDG from 1 November, 2024. The French capital becomes the third major city to enjoy the Etihad A380 experience after London and New York.

British Airways touches down in Zayed International Airport to launch new daily route to Abu Dhabi

British Airways touches down in Zayed International Airport to launch new daily route to Abu Dhabi

4 days ago Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

British Airways returned to Abu Dhabi this morning as it touched down at Zayed International Airport.  Customers and crew received a warm welcome following a four-year pause of the route. British Airways will operate a daily flight from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi all year around, using Boeing 787-9 during summer 2024.  The new route adds to our extensive global network and strengthens connections between UAE and UK – whether customers are travelling for leisure, business or to visit relatives and friends.

oneworld creates a stir with its new signature  25th anniversary cocktail, ‘The 25’

oneworld creates a stir with its new signature 25th anniversary cocktail, ‘The 25’

4 days ago Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

oneworld®, the world’s leading airline alliance, has raised the bar in partnership with The Connaught in London by serving up a new, signature cocktail to mark its 25th anniversary. The tasty new tipple - called ‘The 25’ - was poured for the first time inside the Soho Lounge - part of the American Airlines and British Airways Joint Premium Lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport - which is available for oneworld Emerald and First Class customers travelling on oneworld member airlines.

British Airways Expands Speedbird Pilot Academy Initiative Amidst Overwhelming Response

British Airways Expands Speedbird Pilot Academy Initiative Amidst Overwhelming Response

15 April 2024 Press Release Airline News

British Airways announces the launch of the second year of its fully funded Speedbird Pilot Academy cadet scheme, following an unprecedented response to its inaugural intake. With over 20,000 applications received for just 100 places in its first year, the initiative forms part of the airline’s £7 billion investment to democratize the path to a career as a commercial airline pilot.

Delta Sky Club levels up in Miami with major lounge expansion

Delta Sky Club levels up in Miami with major lounge expansion

14 April 2024 Press Release Airline News

Last week, Delta Sky Club raised the curtain on its newly expanded Miami lounge. With the addition of nearly 4,000 square feet and 100-plus seats to the Club—a capacity increase of more than 50%— the Club now stands at just over 12,000 total square feet, ready to welcome around 300 guests.