This airline was ranked No. 1 for elite fliers
A new analysis finds one airline offers flyers $160 more than domestic rivals Loyalty pays when it comes to flying "” on some airlines more than others. Alaska Airlines offers the best perks to its frequent flyers, according to a new analysis from credit-card rewards website The Points Guy. The elite status programs offered by […]
American Airlines CEO says airlines, airports ‘not going to agree’ on higher ticket fees
Airlines and airports are split over whether to raise passenger fees to fund airport improvements, a divide that American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said Tuesday he doesn’t see going away. «It’s something we’re just not going to agree on,» Parker said at a meeting of airport operators and suppliers. «We’re opposed; we’re going to remain […]
Aeromexico presents its 2015-2016 sustainability report
Aeromexico, Mexico"™s global airline, presents its 2015-2016 Sustainability Report centered on initiatives that demonstrate its commitment not only to provide the best air connectivity, but also translate into ties between individuals who can collectively generate a sustainable environment and make Mexico a better country. The airline has created four pillars to work on these efforts […]
LATAM Airlines Group is the leading airline in the Americas on the Dow Jones Sustainability "˜World"™ Index as responsible investment reaches new heights
LATAM Airlines Group ("˜LATAM"™) today was named in the "˜World"™ category of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the fourth consecutive year, representing one of only three airline groups in this category globally. The DJSI World index comprises the leading 10% of global companies in the "˜S&P Global Broad Market Index"™ in terms of […]
Hurricane Irma: Air Transat airlifts all travellers from Cuba
After it evacuated its passengers out of the Dominican Republic, Air Transat is continuing its rescue operation and is evacuating its passengers that are in the trajectory of Hurricane Irma. The company announces that it is deploying a total of 10 flights to Cuba to evacuate its clients: four flights to Varadero, three to Santa […]
GOL: Brazilian Airline Buys 12 Boeing 737 Aircraft
Brazil’s GOL Linhas Aéreas purchased 12 airplanes from the Boeing 737 family – ten from the 737 MAX 8 model and two of the 737-800 Next Generation (NG) series. According to the Brazilian company, the new 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with capacity for 186 passengers, will be delivered as of the second half of 2018, […]
This Airline Is Making a Profit Flying Out of Caracas
Newbie airline Latin American Wings is going where others fear to tread: crisis-ridden Caracas. Even more remarkable, it"™s making money. The Santiago-based carrier has been turning a profit by flying immigrants to Chile from Venezuela and Haiti since it started operating early last year, Chief Executive Officer Andres Dulcinelli said. Flights arrive in Santiago full […]
A new super airline wants to dominate South America- here’s what it’s like to fly on its new planes
In operation since 2015, LATAM is one of newest international airline brands in the world. Yet it’s one backed by nine decades worth of history and experience. The brand is a result of a 2012 merger between Chile’s LAN Airlines and Brazil’s TAM. Together they form the largest airline in Latin America with 46,000 employees […]
Airline announces first direct flights from southwest China to New York
China"™s Hainan Airlines will operate direct flights to New York from the southwestern cities of Chongqing and Chengdu, according to the airline. The Chongqing-New York route, scheduled to launch on October 20, will be the first direct connection between China"™s southwest and New York. On October 26, the airline will launch a non-stop flight between […]
Ethiopian declared Best International Airline at Ghana Aviation Awards
Leading Airline in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines has won 3 awards at the 2nd Ghana National Aviation Awards held in Accra. A statement issued in Accra by the Airline said the awards included the Best International Airline of the Year, Best African Airline of the Year and the Best Airline Operator Award. Deputy Minister of Aviation, […]
