Airlines News
Airlines for America Anticipates Record Travel This Thanksgiving
Across the country, people will be packing their bags and heading to grandma’s house, reconnecting with friends or visiting a new destination this Thanksgiving.
South African Airways Unveils Premium Lounge Upgrade at OR Tambo International Airport
South African Airways (SAA) celebrates the opening of its new international lounge at OR Tambo International Airport, showcasing its commitment to delivering exceptional services to customers both in-flight and on the ground. The newly upgraded airport lounge, named “The Lounge,” is part of a broader renovation plan that will cover all lounges operated by SAA, including the First-Class Platinum lounge at OR Tambo International, slated for early 2024.
Ski Whizz! There’s snowfall in the Alps and 10% off ski flights too
There is ‘snow’ better time to take off to the slopes, as the first major snowfall of the season has hit the Alps, and Jet2.com is offering 10% off all ski flights for this winter too.
Icelandair: Number of passengers increased by 9% in October
In October 2023, Icelandair transported 364 thousand passengers, a 9% increase since October last year. Year to date, the Company has transported around 3.7 million passengers, 18% more than in the same period last year.
SWISS offers its cabin personnel more salary, better plannability
SWISS offers its cabin personnel more salary, better plannability and more individual options in new collective labour agreement
ITA Airways takes delivery of its first Airbus A321neo
ITA Airways has taken delivery of its first A321neo on lease from Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) from Airbus’ Hamburg production facilities. This latest addition further consolidates ITA Airways’ all-Airbus fleet strategy, which currently stands at 81 aircraft, and includes latest generation A220, A320neo, A330neo and A350 aircraft.
Emirates to display commercial and training aircraft at Dubai Airshow
Emirates will showcase its full family of aircraft commercial and training aircraft during the Dubai Airshow – which opens tomorrow.
Avelo Airlines Announces Multi-Year Strategic Relationship with PayPal
Avelo Airlines has announced a multi-year strategic relationship with PayPal that will provide Avelo Customers with more convenient, flexible, secure and affordable payment options.
Boeing: Middle East fleet to more than double by 2042
Boeing forecasts widebody airplanes will comprise 45% of deliveries to Middle East airlines over the next 20 years ─ the highest percentage of the 10 global regions featured in Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) forecast.
Ampaire Makes Aviation History with First Hybrid Electric Flight into Silicon Valley
Ampaire Inc., a leader in electric aviation technology, has achieved a historic milestone and unprecedented leap toward sustainable aviation, as CEO Kevin Noertker flew in the company’s flagship aircraft on the first-ever hybrid electric flight into Palo Alto Airport, to meet with investors in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Ryanair and Erasmus Student Network Renew Partnership for 7th Year
Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, and the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) have extended their partnership for a seventh consecutive year. This collaboration continues to provide European students with discounted travel options during their educational exchange programs. Through the partnership, Erasmus students gain access to a dedicated booking platform on Ryanair’s website, where they can enjoy a 10% discount on four one-way flights or two round-trip flights, along with a complimentary 20kg checked-in bag for each flight.
Emirates set to showcase full family of commercial and training aircraft at Dubai Airshow
Emirates will showcase its full family of aircraft consisting of the airline’s latest retrofitted A380, game-changer Boeing 777-300ER , Diamond DA42-VI and Cirrus SR 22 training aircraft used by the Emirates Flight Training Academy. The Embraer Phenom 100 charter jet will also be on display. Both Emirates B777-300ER and A380 aircraft will have the airline’s newest signature livery.