Air Cargo Closes 2022 Near Pre-Pandemic Levels
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that 2022 full-year demand for air cargo took a significant step back from 2021 levels but was close to 2019 performance. Global full-year demand in 2022, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), was down 8.0% compared to 2021 (-8.2% for international operations). […]
Air Canada December 2022 Operational Accomplishments
Air Canada made extensive preparations for the winter holiday season, which is typically one of the peak travel periods of the year. This year, more than 2 million customers were anticipated to fly with the carrier and it began preparing early in the fall, readying equipment, hiring additional staff and setting a prudent schedule. Staffing […]
Air Cargo Demand Softens in November
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2022 global air cargo markets showing that demand softened as economic headwinds persist. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), fell 13.7% compared to November 2021 (-14.2% for international operations). Capacity (measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers, ACTK) was 1.9% below November 2021. This was the […]
American Airlines Sees Strong International Market In Summer 2023
American Airlines will resume seven long-haul international routes for its northern hemisphere summer 2023 season schedule, as well as boosting frequencies on other international services already operating. In the summer 2023 season, the oneworld carrier will open flights between Charlotte (CLT) in North Carolina and both Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Frankfurt (FRA). The […]
Headwinds Continue to Affect Air Cargo Demand in October
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2022 global air cargo markets showing that headwinds continue to affect air cargo demand. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), fell 13.6% compared to October 2021 (-13.5% for international operations). Capacity was 0.6% below October 2021. This was the first year-on-year contraction since April […]
Avianca Cargo redefines its product portfolio and launches 3 new shipment services
Latin American carrier, Avianca Cargo announced a renewed product portfolio and the launch of 3 new speed service levels: Priority, Standard, and Standby. These new shipment services intend to offer a tailor-made and flexible service to cargo customers. “In Avianca Cargo, we continue transforming our business focused on improving our customer’s experience. We want to […]
WestJet To Place Code On 20 KLM Routes From Amsterdam
Canada’s WestJet reached an accord with KLM to add its code to 20 of the Dutch carrier’s European routes from Amsterdam (AMS). The commencement of the codesharing will coincide with the restart of the Calgary (YYC)-based carrier’s YYC-AMS service from Nov. 14. The route will be operated 3X-weekly with a Boeing 787. WestJet passengers will […]
Alaska Airlines Orders 52 Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Further Modernize Fleet
Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Alaska Airlines today announced the carrier is expanding its 737 MAX fleet with an order for 52 airplanes, exercising options for an additional 42 737-10 and 10 737-9 jets. With the order, the airline is advancing its efforts to build one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in the industry. […]
Spirit Announces Stockholder Approval of Merger Agreement with JetBlue
Spirit Airlines, Inc. («Spirit» or the «Company») (NYSE:SAVE) today announced that its stockholders approved the merger agreement with JetBlue Airways Corporation («JetBlue») (NASDAQ: JBLU). Based on the preliminary voting results provided by the independent inspector of election at the special meeting of stockholders held today, more than 50% of the outstanding shares of Spirit common […]
Air Canada Cargo Continues to Enhance its Digital Offering With the Addition of CargoWise eBooking Platform
Air Canada Cargo announced that it has become the first North American carrier to join the CargoWise platform as it continues to enhance its digital capabilities. The integration of CargoWise as an eBooking platform will allow customers to have real-time access to schedules, pricing, and booking. As Canada’s largest air cargo provider, Air Canada Cargo […]
