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Prime Jet and Black Sheep Tequila Announce Strategic Partnership in Luxury Travel
Prime Jet, a leading private jet charter operator, announces its strategic partnership with Black Sheep Tequila, a Nashville, TN-based premium tequila brand. This exciting collaboration combines the highest level of luxury air travel services with the ultimate in handcrafted tequila.
British Airways Black Friday Sale on Holidays and Flights
British Airways has launched its Black Friday Sale with flights to Europe from £39 each way, discounted deals to the US, hot offers on European city breaks and huge savings on British Airways Holidays packages*. All black Friday deals are available from today until 27 November 2023.
CARIBBEAN AIRLINES CHAIRMAN EXPLORES STRATEGIC COLLABORATION WITH SAUDI’S AIR CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM
Caribbean Airlines Limited is pleased to announce that its Chairman, Mr. S. Ronnie Mohammed recently participated in the Prime Minister’s delegation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During this visit, Mr. Mohammed engaged in high-level discussions with Mr. Rashed Alshammair- Vice President of Commercial from Saudi Arabia’s Air Connectivity Program (ACP) to explore areas of collaboration and cooperation between Caribbean Airlines and Saudi Arabia.
UAE Launches “Air-CRAFT” Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Technologies
The consortium, Air-CRAFT, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, and comprises eight founding entities: ADNOC, Boeing, Emirates, ENOC Group, Etihad, Honeywell, Khalifa University, Masdar
Malaysia Airlines Group Welcomes First Boeing 737-8 Aircraft, Marks Fleet Expansion
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, celebrated the arrival of its first Boeing 737-8 aircraft with a launch ceremony. The induction of this aircraft type signifies the beginning of MAG’s gradual fleet expansion plan. MAG has a total order of 25 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery through 2026 via its operating lease with Air Lease Corporation (ALC).
TAP Launches Early Black Friday Deals on Flights to Various Destinations
TAP, the Portuguese national airline, is kicking off Black Friday promotions earlier this year, offering round-trip flights starting at 49 euros to its destinations in Portugal, Europe, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Africa. Business class travelers can also enjoy discounts, with prices starting at 319 euros.
Ryanair Calls on EU Commission President to Protect Overflights During ATC Strikes
Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has urged the EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, to take immediate action to safeguard overflights and preserve the freedom of movement for EU citizens amidst the surge in French air traffic control (ATC) strikes in 2023. The airline highlights that there have been 65 days of ATC strikes this year, over 13 times more than in 2022, resulting in thousands of canceled EU overflights from several countries.
Emirates to Serve Special Thanksgiving Menus on Dubai-USA Flights and in Lounge Celebrations
Emirates is set to celebrate Thanksgiving with special menus on its flights from Dubai to the USA and within its airport lounges. From November 23 to 30, passengers on these routes can savor traditional Thanksgiving dishes, with elevated options for First Class travelers.
TAP names regional aircraft after the historic city of Guimarães
The airline reinforces its ‘Embrace Portugal’ campaign by naming Embraer aircraft after the one of the country’s most important regions
Emirates Unveils Exclusive Chauffeur Drive Service for First and Business Class Passengers Jakarta
Emirates has introduced its renowned world-class Chauffeur Drive Service (CDS) in Jakarta, Indonesia, catering to the needs of the airline’s First and Business Class customers. This exclusive service promises a seamless, top-tier door-to-door experience to and from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), ensuring comfort, privacy, and flexibility.
UK MOVES A STEP CLOSER TO AVIATION DECARBONISATION
Project Speedbird - a partnership between Nova Pangaea Technologies, LanzaJet and British Airways - has secured a total of £9 million from the Government’s Advanced Fuels Fund (AFF) competition
FIRST QANTASLINK A220 ROLLS OUT OF PAINTSHOP AS FLEET RENEWAL RAMPS UP
QantasLink’s first brand new Airbus A220 aircraft has rolled out of the paintshop at Airbus’ facility in Mirabel, Canada, marking a significant milestone in the Qantas Group’s fleet renewal program