May Air Cargo Buoyed by Easing of Omicron Restrictions in China
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released May 2022 data for global air cargo markets showing that the easing of Omicron restrictions in China helped to alleviate supply chain constraints and contributed to a performance improvement in May. Note: We returned to year-on-year traffic comparisons, instead of comparisons with the 2019 period, unless otherwise noted. […]
International Travel Drives May Air Traffic Recovery
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced passenger data for May 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel accelerated heading into the busy Northern Hemisphere summer travel season. Note: We have returned to year-on-year traffic comparisons, instead of comparisons with the 2019 period, unless otherwise noted. Owing to the low traffic base in 2021, […]
Volaris Reports June 2022 Traffic Results: 11% YoY demand growth with an 84% Load Factor
Volaris (the «Company») (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, the United States, Central, and South America, reports its June 2022 preliminary traffic results. In June 2022, Volaris’ capacity (measured in ASMs) increased 17.2% compared to June 2021, while demand (measured in RPMs) increased 10.9% compared to the same period; the result […]
Korean Air cargo chief talks up airline’s cargo focus
In early February 2020 news of a novel coronavirus from the Chinese city of Wuhan began gaining prominence. At the Seoul headquarters of Korean Air, a meeting was called and a decision was made: the airline would shift its focus to cargo, and start the process of converting passenger aircraft into temporary freighters. The airline’s […]
Turkish Airlines Named Most Sustainable Flag Carrier Airline
With climate change a unique challenge for airlines across the globe, Turkish Airlines was just named the ‘Most Sustainable Flag Carrier Airline’ in the world by World Finance’s Sustainability Awards 2022 for its efforts at curbing emissions and creating a greener flying experience. The award recognized the over 100 sustainability projects Turkish Airlines has put […]
50 New Routes Starting In July 2022
European short-haul leisure routes make up the bulk of new services starting around the world this month as the peak northern summer season gets into full swing. Among the carriers expanding their networks is Volotea, which is continuing to grow its new base at Lille (LIL) in France. The Spanish airline is opening eight new […]
Air New Zealand offers best sleep in the sky as it unveils new cabins
The airline has responded to overwhelming customer feedback on the importance of sleep and need for more comfort and space. The interior design is inspired by the uniqueness of Aotearoa so customers will experience New Zealand as soon as they step onboard. Air New Zealand’s new Dreamliners, due to arrive in 2024, will give customers […]
Avelo Airlines Begins Two More Nonstop Routes From Baltimore-Washington: Orlando and Wilmington, NC
Avelo Airlines this week begins service to two new destinations from Washington D.C. / Baltimore: Orlando, Florida and Wilmington, North Carolina. Very low one-way fares from BWI to Orlando and Wilmington starting at $59* are available at AveloAir.com. Flights from Baltimore / Washington International Airport (BWI) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) begin today and BWI […]
IAG Cargo launches a new route to Portland and restarts flights to Pittsburgh
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has launched a new direct service from London Heathrow to Portland as well as restarting flights to Pittsburgh for the first time since March 2020. The brand-new service to Portland operates five times a week and is the only non-stop connection between Oregon and the […]
Korean Air renews IATA CEIV Pharma certification
Korean Air has been recertified by IATA’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators Pharma (CEIV Pharma) for air transport of pharmaceuticals. Korean Air provides customised cold chain services for a wide array of products that call for dynamic requirements and conditions. The airline transports pharmaceuticals such as vaccines, lab reagents and serums, and fresh products […]
