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 […]
Travel Recovery Rebuilding Airline Profitability – Resilient Industry Cuts Losses to $9.7 billion
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced an upgrade to its outlook for the airline industry’s 2022 financial performance as the pace of recovery from the COVID-19 crisis quickens. Forecast highlights include: Industry losses are expected to reduce to -$9.7 billion (improved from the October 2021 forecast for an $11.6 billion loss) for a net […]
Hawaiian Airlines Partners with Celebrity Dance Sensation Mark Kanemura to Launch The #RainbowRunwayChallenge
In honor of National Pride Month, Hawaiian Airlines tapped Hawaiʻi-born dance celebrity Mark Kanemura to kick off its #RainbowRunwayChallenge in a vibrant celebration of inclusivity and aloha. Coinciding with the debut of the airline’s new TikTok channel, followers are encouraged to create their own #RainbowRunwayChallenge dance or walk inspired by the video for a chance […]
Transforming Yesterday’s Emissions into Tomorrow’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel: United Announces Agreement with CO2 Utilization Company Dimensional Energy
United and United Airlines Ventures (UAV) today announced an investment in and commercial agreement with Dimensional Energy, another step forward to reach United’s 100% green net zero commitment by 2050, without the use of traditional carbon offsets. Dimensional Energy’s novel technology removes the need for fossil fuels, converting carbon dioxide and water into usable ingredients […]
Low-cost airline Breeze Airways is adding flights from Richmond to San Francisco and Las Vegas
At Richmond International Airport on Wednesday, roughly 100 passengers waited to board Breeze Airways’ fully booked nonstop flight to San Francisco. This is the first time Richmond has had a direct Breeze flight to San Francisco, which began running in late May and will run on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The flight is one of five […]
