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IATA Report Calls for Sustainable Alternatives to Single-Use Plastics in Aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released a comprehensive report, “Reassessing Single Use Plastics Products in the Airline Sector,” aiming to assist airlines, regulators, and the airline supply chain in mitigating the environmental impacts of single-use plastic products (SUPP) in aviation.
Japan Airlines Continues Reign as 5-Star Airline, Sets Standards for Customer Experience
Japan Airlines (JAL) has maintained its prestigious “5-Star Airline” status for the seventh consecutive year, as awarded by Skytrax. This recognition underscores JAL’s commitment to delivering exceptional service and products to its customers. The airline’s approach, centered around the concept of “Design Your Story,” emphasizes tailoring the travel experience to individual preferences.
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Finnair ‘on top of the world’ with new route
Finnair’s most northerly destination, situated in remote Norway, tops the list of new network wide enhancements being introduced as part of the airline’s continuing expansion. The new schedule will see the launch of the new Nordic destination, in addition to increased frequencies to the airline’s most popular destinations in Europe, Asia and North America.
1 solar eclipse and 1 happy couple: An unforgettable moment of totality
A front-row seat to the eclipse path of totality wasn’t the only once-in-a-lifetime experience that happened on Delta flights 1218 and 1010. There were gatehouse celebrations. Bonds forged between astrological and aviation enthusiasts. A unique, bragging rights-level marriage proposal. And, oh yeah, an astronaut.
RYANAIR RESUMES OPERATIONS TO/FROM ISRAEL FROM MON 3RD JUNE
Following Ben Gurion International Airport’s decision to re-open low-cost Terminal 1, Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, has announced that it will resume operations to/from Tel Aviv from Mon, 3rd June. The airline will operate 40 flights per week to/from Athens, Bari, Berlin, Budapest, Malta, Milan and Paphos.
easyJet celebrates the opening of its new base in Alicante
easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, celebrated the opening of its new base at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández airport, a step that further strengthens its presence in Spain, where it now has 4 bases. The first flight operated by Alicante based aircraft and crew took off on Sunday 31 March at 6.00 am to Glasgow with Captain Daniel Ankerso in command.
Air Canada Inaugurates Newest Pacific Route from Vancouver to Singapore
Air Canada’s much anticipated route launched from its Vancouver (YVR) Pacific hub last night and arrived this morning in Singapore, marking the inaugural of the airline’s newest international route and the only non-stop flight between Canada and Singapore. Stretching 12,818 kilometres (7,965 miles), the route is the airline’s longest flight measured by distance with a flying time of up to 16 hours and five minutes.
QANTAS FREQUENT FLYER ADDS 20 MILLION MORE REWARD SEATS
Qantas Frequent Flyers will have access to over 20 million more reward seats with the launch of Classic Plus Flight Rewards, a new way for members to use their Qantas Points to book flights. This change is one of the biggest ever expansions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program in its 35-year history and will make it easier to travel to places like London, Tokyo, New York and Singapore with Qantas Points, even during peak times.
Southwest Airlines Launches Interest-Free Financing On Select Flights
Uplift, the leading Buy Now Pay Later solution for the world’s travel brands, announced today the expansion of its exclusive partnership with Southwest Airlines® by providing eligible Customers with 0% financing* on Wanna Get Away Plus®, Anytime, and Business Select® qualifying fares. Customers can take advantage of this offer for a limited time.
Turkish Airlines closes 2023, carrying 83.4 million passengers
Turkish Airlines closes 2023, carrying 83.4 million passengers with a 23.5% increase in domestic capacity and 16% increase in international capacity compared to 2022.
Korean Air finalises order for 33 A350s
Korean Air has become a new customer for the A350 Family following the signature of a firm order with Airbus for 33 aircraft. The order covers 27 A350-1000s and six A350-900s.
Lufthansa Group celebrates 55 years connecting Osaka with Germany
With a tradition that extends more than five decades, Lufthansa Group celebrates 55 years connecting Japan’s Kansai region with Germany. Described by many as the cultural center and the historical heart of Japan, the Kansai region - including Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Kobe - has had a direct connection to the European nation of Germany since 1969 thanks to Lufthansa German Airlines.