New Caribbean Airline BermudAir Gains AOC, Prepares For Launch
The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority has granted an air operator’s certificate (AOC) to BermudAir, a new airline based on the Caribbean island that plans to start operating flights to the U.S. within weeks. On its website, BermudAir describes itself as “a new, boutique airline providing short, all-business class flights between Bermuda and the east coast […]
U.S. Airlines to Support NASA-Boeing Sustainable Flight Demonstrator Project
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and NASA will collaborate with U.S. airlines to advise the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator (SFD) project and development of the X-66A research aircraft. As part of a new sustainability coalition, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines will provide input on operational efficiencies, maintenance, handling characteristics and airport compatibility. NASA and […]
United’s Sustainable Flight Fund Grows to Nearly $200 Million and Adds Strategic Partners
The United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund – a way for companies and consumers to come together and increase the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through the support of start-ups – has increased its investment power to nearly $200 million and added eight new corporate partners, five months after its initial launch. American Express […]
United Announces Another Pacific Expansion for Fall 2023 Capitalizing on Unique International Strength
Already the largest U.S. carrier across both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, United adds even more flights to the Asia-Pacific region, becoming the first U.S. airline to fly direct to Manila from the continental U.S. and adding more non-stops to Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Taipei. These new flights will start in October. In total, the […]
Delta to resume nonstop service to Curaçao this winter
Beginning Dec. 16, Delta will re-launch service to Curaçao, providing Saturday-only service from Atlanta to the lively Dutch Caribbean Island for the first time since 2010. Building on its leading position at its largest U.S. hub, Delta will be the sole airline providing direct flights to Curaçao from Atlanta, while also enabling customers from over […]
Alaska Airlines Is Adding New Routes to Central America, Mexico for Winter
Alaska Airlines is heading to Guatemala with a brand-new route from Los Angeles to the capital of Guatemala City. The new year-round route will launch on Dec. 14 and be flown daily on a Boeing 737 aircraft, Alaska Airlines shared with Travel + Leisure. The flight will join other Central American destinations Alaska flies to […]
Viva Aerobus Starts Monterrey-Puerto Escondido Service
Mexican ULCC Viva Aerobus has launched domestic service between Monterrey Airport (MTY) and Puerto Escondido Airport (PXM) in the state of Oaxaca. The route will be flown 3X-weekly with Airbus A320-family aircraft. Viva Aerobus has also invested MXN2 billion ($118,000) in PXM facilities. Oaxaca Tourism Secretary Saymi Adriana Pineda Velasco says the new route shows […]
Iberia to Offer Over 300 Weekly Flights to and from Latin America in the Upcoming Winter Season
Iberia already designed its flight schedule for the upcoming winter season, which will begin on October 28th and run until March 30th, 2024. During those five months, the airline will focus even more on its long-haul network, with 17% more flights in this market, especially in Latin America, to reinforce its leadership and strengthen Madrid […]
Caribbean Airlines improves connectivity in the Eastern Caribbean
Caribbean Airlines unveils its exciting expansion into the Eastern Caribbean. Starting July 24, the airline will add new non-stop services between Barbados and St. Vincent, as well as St. Lucia. Additionally, there will be increased capacity to Dominica and Grenada, strengthening the carrier’s commitment to the region’s connectivity. The Barbados to St. Vincent route has […]
Qatar Airways Touches Down for the First Time in Lyon, France
Qatar Airways has landed its inaugural flight to the French city of Lyon, with the new direct service operated by a Boeing 787-8, with four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. This new route expands Qatar Airways’ presence in France, whilst also growing its global network of more than 160 destinations. The flight […]
