Flying high: Colombian airlines
As passenger numbers grow and profits increase worldwide, the aviation industry believes Colombian airlines might offer lofty returns, though there may be some turbulence ahead. Commercial airlines posted record worldwide profits in 2016, suggesting the traditionally volatile aviation industry could be an attractive proposition for investors. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 2017 […]
Boeing, FedEx Express to Collaborate on ecoDemonstrator Testing
As part of the continuing effort to accelerate aerospace innovation, Boeing [NYSE: BA] and FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, will work together to fly the next ecoDemonstrator. Starting in 2018, a new Boeing 777 Freighter made for FedEx Express will test emerging technologies, such […]
Women in aviation and tourism: non-traditional career
The objective is to present the subject of gender issues in the workplace of the aviation industry and tourism. More specifically, the article addresses the continuing gender imbalance by making some relevant issues and challenges that women face pursuing career in the male-dominated industry more visible. The article raises both theoretical and practical issues, endeavouring […]
Alaska Airlines to begin scheduled commercial air service from Paine Field in 2018
Air travel will get a lot easier for flyers living in Snohomish County and North King County, Washington, next year when Alaska Airlines introduces commercial service from Paine Field "“ Snohomish County Airport. Subject to government approvals, starting by fall of 2018, more than a million North Sound travelers will enjoy shorter commutes to the […]
Urgent Call for Alternatives to Large Electronic Restrictions
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to urgently find alternatives to recently announced measures by the United States and the United Kingdom to restrict the carry-on of large electronic items on certain flights departing the Middle East and North Africa. The Case for Alternative Measures «The current measures are not an acceptable […]
IATA Releases 2016 Airline Safety Performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for the 2016 safety performance of the commercial airline industry. The all accident rate (measured in accidents per 1 million flights) was 1.61, an improvement from 1.79 in 2015. The 2016 major jet accident rate (measured in hull losses per 1 million flights) was 0.39, which was […]
Jet Airways to up capacity by 50% on certain domestic, international routes
Private carrier Jet Airways today announced the deployment of higher seating capacity aircraft on two domestic and an equal number of international routes from early next year amid growing passenger demand. Jet Airways flights to Kuwait and Jeddah from Mumbai and vice versa as well as to Chennai and Bangalore from here would be operated […]
Closer Collaboration with Governments to Tackle Threat of Terrorism
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) 72nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) unanimously adopted a resolution that denounces terrorism and calls for intensified cooperation among governments as well as with the air transport industry to keep flying secure. «The foundation stone of security has been rocked by tragedy. In the last twelve months, terrorists have laid […]
Keeping up with the airline traveler: Five survey findings
We"™re in a unique time period for air travel. More and more people are traveling, particularly as the middle-classes in developing countries grow. While once exotic, people see flying as yet another mode of transportation "“ but the best one for traveling long distances. Ironically, however, flyers seem to be complaining more or at least […]
SKYZEN App Helps Passengers Improve the Quality of their Flying Experience
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released details of a new mobile app for passengers to monitor their health and wellbeing before, during, and after a flight. Used in conjunction with a «Jawbone» fitness wristband, the SkyZen app enables air travelers to view their activity and sleep patterns throughout the whole flight experience. Helpful hints […]
