WestJet and Scandinavian Airlines System strengthen partnership with reciprocal codeshare
WestJet today announced a reciprocal codeshare partnership with Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS), offering guests on both sides of the Atlantic enhanced access to a broader network of destinations all with the ease of a single booking. Available today, guests travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) on WestJet’s non-stop transatlantic flights to Paris and London Heathrow, […]
Aerospace Supply Chain Bottlenecks Continue to Constrain Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) updated its analysis of aerospace supply chain bottlenecks noting that aircraft availability remains one of the most significant constraints on industry growth in its just released global outlook. While deliveries of new aircraft began to pick up in late 2025 and production is expected to accelerate in 2026, demand is […]
Lufthansa Group launches new brand identity
The Lufthansa Group is presenting itself with a new design starting today. The goal of the new brand identity is to make the strength of the Lufthansa Group more visible. For customers, service offerings will be bundled under the Group brand, making them even more clearly recognizable. Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer Lufthansa Group: “The […]
Airline Profitability Stabilizes with 3.9% Net Margin Expected in 2026
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its latest financial outlook for the global airline industry showing a stabilization of profitability even as supply chain issues persist. Highlights include: Airlines are expected to achieve a combined total net profit of $41 billion in 2026 (up from $39.5 billion in 2025). While this would set a new record, […]
Abra Group and Aerolineas Argentinas Expand Cooperation with New Bilateral Codeshare Agreement
Grupo Abra and Aerolineas Argentinas announced a new bilateral codeshare agreement that will strengthen air connectivity between Colombia and Argentina. Under this initiative, passengers of Avianca and Aerolineas Argentinas will benefit from a single ticket for travel on both airlines, one streamlined check-in, and smoother, more efficient connections across multiple destinations in Colombia, Argentina, and […]
JetBlue Announces Five New Routes from San Juan, Expanding Its Position as Puerto Rico’s Largest Airline
JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU), Puerto Rico’s largest airline, today announced a major expansion of its San Juan (SJU) focus city with the launch of five new nonstop routes to Philadelphia (PHL); Jacksonville Florida (JAX); Norfolk, Virginia (ORF); Richmond, Virginia (RIC); and Buffalo, New York (BUF). Beginning in spring 2026, the airline will operate year-round service to […]
Flybondi announces its fleet expansion with a USD 1.7 billion investment
Flybondi, Argentina’s first low-cost airline, announces the signing of an MOU with Boeing and Airbus for the incorporation of brand-new factory aircraft. With an approximate investment of USD 1.7 billion, this will become the largest fleet expansion in recent years in both Argentina and Paraguay, and one of the most significant in Latin America. The […]
Air Transat and GOL Airlines Partner to Expand Canada-South America Travel
Air Transat, voted World’s Best Leisure Airline in 2025 by Skytrax, is pleased to announce a new interline partnership with GOL Airlines, one of Brazil’s largest airlines. This partnership will significantly expand Air Transat’s network by providing convenient onward connections across Brazil and to key destinations throughout South America. Thanks to this new agreement, travellers flying with Air Transat to Rio […]
Paul Terstegge new CEO Transavia
Effective 1 February 2026, Paul Terstegge (50) will assume the role of CEO of Transavia. He succeeds Marcel de Nooijer, who will be leaving the company. Paul Terstegge is currently Executive Vice President Inflight Services at KLM. With his broad background in commerce, operations, and strategy in aviation, he brings leadership and decisiveness to continue […]
IATA Stresses Airlines’ Right to Always Prioritize Safety in Operational Decisions
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reiterated that safety is and will always be the number one priority in aviation. Hence, airlines must retain the freedom to individually assess risks, including airspace closures, safeguarding the safety of passengers and crew. This is even more important in scenarios where specific alerts and concerns from stakeholders have […]
