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SAUDIA CELEBRATES 35 YEARS OF FLIGHTS BETWEEN THE KINGDOM AND WASHINGTON
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, marked the 35th anniversary of its inaugural flight connecting Saudi Arabia and Washington. In honor of this milestone, guests received commemorative keepsakes, distributed at the departure terminal at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Emirates rolls out pre-approved visa on arrival for Indian travellers
Emirates has exclusively partnered with VFS Global to introduce a pre-approved visa on arrival facility for Indian passport holders who have booked their travel with the airline. Fulfilled by Dubai Visa Processing Centre* (DVPC) and issued as a 14-day single entry visa, the new initiative will enable Emirates customers to skip queues when arriving in Dubai, simplifying their arrival formalities by breezing through customs before heading out to visit the city.
Emirates Joins The Solent Cluster in Pioneering Effort to Reduce CO2 Emissions in UK’s South Coast
Emirates has made history by becoming the first international airline to become a member of The Solent Cluster, a UK-based initiative aimed at promoting low-carbon investments and reducing CO2 emissions in the South Coast of England. The Solent Cluster is a collaborative effort involving international organizations, manufacturers, businesses, academic institutions, and more.
Vistara Honored with ‘ch-aviation Youngest Aircraft Fleet Awards 2024’
Vistara, India’s premier full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has received two prestigious awards at the ‘ch-aviation Youngest Aircraft Fleet Awards 2024.’ The airline was recognized with the “ch-aviation World’s 4th Youngest Aircraft Fleet Award 2024” and the “ch-aviation Asia’s 2nd Youngest Aircraft Fleet Award 2024.”
JAL Group Unveils 2024 Summer Schedule with Exciting Updates for Passengers
The JAL Group has announced its summer schedule for international and domestic routes for the fiscal year 2024. Notable highlights include the launch of daily flights on the Haneda-Doha route from March 31, 2024, along with a Discount Mile Campaign to commemorate the new route.
ETIHAD AND AIR SERBIA LAUNCH NEW CODESHARE TO EXPAND CONNECTIVITY IN EUROPE
Etihad Airways and Air Serbia have entered into a strategic bilateral codeshare, aimed at enhancing connectivity for customers of both airlines across a range of destinations.
Iberia and Iberia Express Lead Europe in Punctuality for 2023
Iberia and Iberia Express have been recognized as the most punctual airlines in Europe in 2023, with Iberia Express claiming the top spot with 84.58% of its flights arriving on time, making it the fifth most punctual low-cost airline globally.
BRITISH AIRWAYS’ NEW ROUTES 2024
British Airways has announced the launch of various long-haul and short-haul routes from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and Edinburgh for 2024. In addition, the national flag carrier is returning to London Stansted for the first time since the pandemic as it continues to increase the choice available to its customers globally.
Air Arabia launches services to Athens
Air Arabia has launched its newest route connecting Sharjah with Athens, the capital of Greece
RwandAir Commits to Safety Leadership Charter by Joining IATA’s Safety Initiative
RwandAir, one of Africa’s prominent airlines, has officially joined the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Safety Leadership Charter, becoming the second African airline to do so after Ethiopian Airlines. The IATA Safety Leadership Charter focuses on strengthening organizational safety culture, aligning with IATA’s Collaborative Aviation Safety Improvement Program (CASIP) under the “Focus Africa” initiative.
United Unveils New Summer Flights to Top Outdoor North American Destinations
United adds eight new routes this summer to cities in Alaska and Canada - including the only nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Anchorage, AK
Aer Lingus Offers Exclusive Pay Day Deals on Flights to Europe and North America
Aer Lingus has introduced a special pay day offer allowing travelers to enjoy discounts on return flights. Until midnight on January 30, 2024, passengers can avail of €20 off return flights from Ireland to destinations in the UK and Europe, with additional savings of €100 off return flights to North America and €200 off business class.