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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES’ COVETED COMPANION PASS PROMOTION IS BACK!
Southwest Airlines Co. today announced the return of its Companion Pass® promotion. The airline’s Companion Pass allows Rapid Rewards® Members to designate one person to fly with them for free1 every time the Customer purchases or redeems points for a flight.
The Bahamas to Host Routes America 2025: A Strategic Milestone in Airline Networking
The Bahamas proudly announces its selection as the host destination for Routes America 2025, a premier event in the aviation industry. The conference, slated for 10 – 13 February, will take place at Atlantis, Paradise Island. The conference represents a significant milestone for The Bahamas as it reinforces the destination’s commitment to enhancing global air connectivity and fostering sustainable tourism growth.
American Airlines enhances inflight connectivity and entertainment
American continues to make its high-speed inflight Wi-Fi more accessible and easier to use, whether customers connect to work or browse the internet. From introducing a new way for AAdvantage® members to use their miles to consistently improving the inflight connectivity and entertainment experience, customers can look forward to making the most of their time onboard.
Emirates’ Sakura Celebration: Savouring Japanese Culture at 40,000 Feet
Emirates is offering customers a taste of Japan’s Sakura season onboard flights from Dubai to Japan from March 25th to 31st, celebrating the arrival of Spring with special desserts, Kaiseki cuisine, and dedicated Japanese content on ice. Passengers traveling to Tokyo, Osaka, and Narita can indulge in Sakura-themed desserts in First and Business Class, alongside traditional kaiseki dinners meticulously prepared in Emirates’ dedicated Japanese kitchen. Additionally, a wide array of Japanese movies, music, and playlists are available on ice, enriching the inflight experience.
Japan Airlines Unveils Ambitious Fleet Renewal Plan
Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced an ambitious fleet renewal plan, introducing a total of 21 Airbus A350-900, 11 A321neo, and 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, aiming to enhance its international and domestic operations. With a focus on expanding capacity in regions like North America and Asia, JAL aims to grow its international network by approximately 1.4 times by 2030, while prioritizing the adoption of fuel-efficient aircraft to reduce CO2 emissions.
IHG and Hainan Airlines Forge New Heights in Travel Experience Integration
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and Hainan Airlines have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership, introducing the ‘IHG Explorer’ aircraft and redefining air travel with a blend of hospitality and innovation. The collaboration brings bespoke business class amenities, including culturally immersive dining experiences and co-branded safety videos, to passengers traveling between Hainan Free Trade Port and major cities.
Introducing Alaska Access: A new subscription service by Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines has launched a new subscription program for savvy, price-conscious guests that will save them time and money throughout the year. Travelers can now sign up for Alaska Access at just $5 per month to take advantage of exclusive savings.
Riyadh Air joins United Nations Global Compact
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new world-class airline, has announced it has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative that promotes responsible business practices and the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
United Makes it Easier to Share Award Miles with Family and Friends
Just in time for summer travel planning, United has launched MileagePlus miles pooling – a new way for MileagePlus members to contribute and combine their miles into a joint account. Available on United.com, groups of up to five members can now share and redeem miles in one linked account.
Boom Supersonic Announces Successful Flight of XB-1 Demonstrator Aircraft
Boom Supersonic, the company building the world’s fastest airliner, Overture, today announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world’s first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California
Finnair celebrates a century of take-offs
Finnair is celebrating a century of flight this week, having operated its first-ever service from Helsinki to Tallinn, Estonia on March 20th 1924.
The Norwegian Group had 1.5 million passengers in February
In February, Norwegian had 1,281,212 passengers, while Widerøe had 257,826 passengers, totalling 1,539,038 passengers for the group. Norwegian increased its load factor to 86 percent in February, up 2 percentage points compared to the same period last year and close to the highest ever load factor Norwegian has recorded for the month of February.