LATAM projects 70% of pre-pandemic operation for April and launches a new route in South America
LATAM group projects a passenger operation of up to 70% for April (measured in available seat kilometers – ASK) compared to the same month in 2019 (pre-pandemic scenario), which represents an increase of 2.1 percentage points from March, and the highest figure so far this year. This month also sees the introduction of operations from […]
JetSMART Peru Cleared For Launch
Peru’s Ministry of Transport (MTC) has authorized JetSMART Peru to commence operations, and the new ULCC could make its debut in the second quarter. JetSMART Peru is part of a South American airline group that includes JetSMART Chile and JetSMART Argentina. JetSMART Chile made its debut in July 2017 followed by JetSMART Argentina in 2019. […]
Delta contributes more than $1M to Ukraine relief, opens giving channels for customers
Delta Air Lines has contributed $1 million to the American Red Cross and Global Red Cross Movement in support of humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine, which are delivering needed supplies, first aid training, evacuation assistance and more. Now through July 31, 2022, SkyMiles Members can join Delta in supporting people affected by the Ukraine crisis […]
Passenger Recovery Accelerates in February
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air cargo markets showing that demand increased in February despite a challenging operating backdrop. Several factors benefitted air cargo in February compared to January. On the demand side, manufacturing activity ramped-up quickly after the early February Lunar New Year holiday. Capacity was positively influenced by […]
Airlines from the Americas region reconfirm their commitment to 25by2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the continued focus on diversity and inclusion of airlines based in the Americas region, illustrated by their renewed commitment to the industry-wide 25by2025 initiative, in which participating companies commit to increase the number of women in senior positions and in under-represented jobs and report annually on key diversity […]
Collaborative decisions vital to progress in the Americas
Airlines need a seat at the table when Latin American governments discuss aviation says Peter Cerdá, IATA’s Regional Vice President for the Americas. Many countries in the region welcomed a strong recovery in air travel in 2021, especially in domestic traffic. But, Cerdá warned, “that doesn’t mean we can turn back the clock to 2019. […]
Air Cargo Growth Continues in February, up 2.9%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air cargo markets showing that demand increased in February despite a challenging operating backdrop. Several factors benefitted air cargo in February compared to January. On the demand side, manufacturing activity ramped-up quickly after the early February Lunar New Year holiday. Capacity was positively influenced by […]
British Airways launches community fund to deliver life-changing opportunities and support to communities across the UK
British Airways has launched its new community-based initiative, the BA Better World Community Fund. The fund, which is part of the airline’s BA Better World sustainability programme, will further support organisations and projects that have a positive impact in communities within the UK, enabling British Airways to support projects that deliver benefits for climate, communities, […]
Spirit’s ATL Guests Seeing Shorter Check-in Queues Due to New Innovative Self-Service and Biometric Options
Spirit Airlines (NYSE:SAVE) unveiled the «Best Airport Innovation» of 2021 is now in operation at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and is already streamlining the check-in experience. Spirit’s Guests at ATL are seeing shorter check-in times thanks to Spirit’s automated self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching system, which represents a new paradigm for the U.S. airline […]
Delta increases frequency of Los Angeles-Sydney route with its flagship A350-900
Delta Air Lines will increase the frequency of its nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Sydney International Airport (SYD) beginning Dec. 16, 2022. Customer are advised to check entry requirements prior to travel. Delta will operate 10 flights per week on its flagship Airbus 350-900 aircraft, featuring Delta One suites, Delta Premium […]
