Iberia News
International Airlines Group sees traffic surge
International Airlines Group saw traffic measured in revenue passenger kilometres increase by 12.2 per cent in December 2011 when compared to the previous year. Growth was led by British Airways, which accounted for nearly 70 per cent of passengers flown, while Spanish counterpart Iberia saw virtually static demand.
Iberia cancels flights as pilots strike
Spanish airline Iberia has been forced to cancel flights today as pilots walk out on strike. More than a third of its flights out of Spain were cancelled as staff walked out in a dispute over the creation of the new low-cost carrier Iberia Express.
Iberia signs deal with Amadeus Ancillary Services
Spanish largest air transport group Iberia has adopted Amadeus Ancillary Services to distribute its ancillary programme to travel agencies. The solution is launching in Spain where travel agents can now offer advanced seat selection to their customers.
Central America bolsters tourism position with new flights
Central America continues to thrive despite the global crisis, with increasing visitor figures and more flight connections from Europe. Air Berlin, Iberia and KLM have all launched new services or increased frequencies in recent weeks.
BA, Iberia and American celebrate anniversary of transatlantic partnership
American Airlines, British Airways and Iberia are celebrating the success of their transatlantic partnership at the deal reaches its first anniversary. More than 12 million people have travelled on joint business flights in the last year to 40 cities in North America and Europe.
New Iberia subsidiary set to launch
The board of International Airlines Group (IAG) has approved the launch of Iberia’s new subsidiary airline – Iberia Express – which will operate domestic and European flights.
Iberia and Repsol stage Spain’s first comercial flight using biofuel
Iberia and Repsol today staged Spain’s first commercial flight powered by biofuel. An Iberia Airbus A320 flying from Madrid to Barcelona burned some 2,600 kg of a mixture of conventional A-1 jet fuel and biofuel derived from the camelina sativa plant. The use of the mixture resulted in a reduction of nearly 1,500 kg of C02 emissions.
Iberia offers direct Manchester, Glasgow flights
Iberia will offer direct flights to Manchester and Glasgow, operated by its franchise partner Iberia Regional Air Nostrum, from October.
Iberia adds more than 8,000 seats on domestic and european routes
In August Iberia will be adding 8,000 seats to meet higher demand to several holiday destinations.
Flying or Falling? The Future of the Global Aviation Industry
While perhaps the most global of industries, aviation has failed to create a truly global airline. But with rising fuel costs, falling prices and natural disasters all taking a toll, the crunch for legacy carriers across the globe is fast approaching. Here Breaking Travel News looks at the various strategies open to airlines as they seek to survive.
General Electric selected to power Iberia A330 planes
International Airlines Group has selected General Electric CF6-80E1 engines to power the eight Airbus A330 aircraft it currently has on order. According to carrier, the CF6-80E1 engines incorporate the latest technology with improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions and a longer operating life.
Iberia and airberlin sign code share agreement
Iberia’s code will go on several airberlin routes in Germany and to other central and northern European destinations, and airberlin’s code will be used on Iberia flights to Germany and Switzerland.