Viva To Challenge Legacy Carriers with Brazil Entry
Colombian ULCC Viva has revealed plans to enter Latin America’s largest aviation market as the airline continues to join up more dots across the continent. The carrier, which recently signed an interline agreement with Mexico’s Viva Aerobus, intends to begin flying to Brazil’s business capital São Paulo this summer. Flights will connect Medellín (MDE) and […]
International travel requirements made easy with new Delta FlyReady experience
A more personalized view of travel requirements, an all-new design, and easy-to-use features are now available to Delta customers within Delta FlyReady℠ – the airline’s digital dashboard solution that helps customers verify they’ve met their destination’s entry requirements prior to travel. “Preparing for an international trip shouldn’t feel like a scavenger hunt. With Delta FlyReady, […]
Korean Air to use biofuel SAF on the Paris-Incheon route for lower emissions
South Korean full-service carrier Korean Air Lines Co. (KAL) announced Friday it will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on the flight from Paris, France to Incheon, Korea, as a part of its commitment to reduce carbon emissions. SAF is eco-friendly jet fuel made from oils and waste products, which has a small carbon footprint. During […]
Delta Air Lines Adds Three New Domestic Hawaii Routes
Delta Air Lines is expanding its Hawaii offering in the 2022-2023 winter season with three new routes from the US mainland. From Nov. 19, the airline will launch flights between its Atlanta (ATL) base hub and Maui (OGG) and between Detroit (DTW) and Honolulu (HNL). Both routes will be operated daily. Neither route is currently […]
Government Policies Threaten Aviation’s Recovery In The Americas
Governments across the Americas need to “fundamentally change their mindset” and how they collaborate with the aviation industry otherwise the recovery will stall, delegates at Routes Americas 2022 in San Antonio have heard. Speaking during a panel session on Feb. 15, IATA regional VP for the Americas Peter Cerda urged airlines and airports to work […]
Alexis von Hoensbroech begins role as WestJet CEO
Alexis von Hoensbroech has officially taken over the reins as CEO of The WestJet Group. News of von Hoensbroech’s appointment first broke in December 2021. He takes over the role from Interim President & CEO Harry Taylor, whose appointment followed the retirement of previous CEO Ed Sims. On his new role as CEO, von Hoensbroech […]
Alaska Air Group names Patricia Bedient board chair as Brad Tilden retires
Alaska Air Group’s (AAG) Board of Directors announced that Lead Independent Director Patricia Bedient will replace Brad Tilden as chair of the company’s Board of Directors, effective May 5, 2022. Ms. Bedient will serve as independent non-executive chair, while Mr. Tilden served as executive chair. The announcement is part of a leadership succession plan that […]
Air New Zealand relaunches 24 international routes
Air New Zealand is set to relaunch 24 international routes, including some long-haul operations and routes to tropical islands, as the country gets prepared to open its border. The Government has announced a five-step reopening plan that starts progressively in February. The national carrier has responded with plans to restart flying to popular destinations like […]
easyJet adopts SkyBreathe® 360° eco-flying platform to reduce CO2 emissions
easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has chosen SkyBreathe®, an advanced eco-flying solution to reduce the fuel burn and thus CO2 emissions of their fleet, as part of their ambition to reduce their carbon footprint from flying across Europe. Most aviation emissions come from fuel consumption and the resulting carbon emissions. SkyBreathe® is an innovative eco-flying solution […]
Lufthansa tests new service for CO2-neutral flying
Lufthansa is testing a new service that allows passengers to offset the CO2 emissions of their air travel directly on board in a move to offer even more options for CO2-neutral flying. Lufthansa passengers can take advantage of the offer on short- and medium-haul flights with Internet connectivity to and from Munich. The Lufthansa Group […]
