LUTON, England, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has today (07 / 08 / 2018) launched a recruitment drive for 28 data scientists to join in the airline’s drive towards data. The new positions come as Luca Zuccoli, the airline’s first Chief Data Officer, is due to join this month. easyJet creates… Read the full news article
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Gatwick welcomes new China Eastern service between London and Shanghai
New direct link to Shanghai provides over 3,700 tonnes of cargo capacity – in both directions – and over 70,000 seats per year “Long-haul connections to China and other non-European nations will take on extra significance in a post-Brexit Britain” – Stewart Wingate, Gatwick CEO Gatwick’s long-haul routes grew by +20.8% in the airport’s busiest-ever July… Read the full news article
Qatar Duty Free nominated for three categories at the 2018 Frontier Awards
QDF nominated for ‘Airport Retailer of the Year,’ ‘Inflight Retailer of the Year,’ and ‘Marketing Campaign of the Year by a Retailer’ awards Awards ceremony to be held during the Tax Free World Association (TFWA) World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes, France on 3 October DOHA, Qatar, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty… Read the full news article
Doncaster Sheffield Airport welcomes new three weekly Wizz air service to Budapest
Doncaster, England, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Doncaster Sheffield Airport is delighted to announce a new Wizz air flight to Budapest, the new three weekly service will take off with effect from 29th October and comes hot on the heels of a route to Debrecen being announced just weeks ago. This new route to Budapest… Read the full news article
Oman Air supports Ironman 70.3 triathlon competition as the Official Carrier
MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The iconic and internationally acclaimed sporting event Ironman 70.3 will be held in the Sultanate of Oman, supported by the Ministry of Tourism (MoT). The triathlon competition will be held in the capital city of Muscat, which will create a perfect backdrop for Ironman 70.3, offering guests an… Read the full news article
Oman Air extends codeshare agreement with Lufthansa
MUSCAT, Oman, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the National carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is continuing its expansion across Europe by extending its codeshare agreement with Lufthansa. Under the expanded code share agreement, passengers can now travel on Oman Air flights from Muscat International Airport and connect to Madrid, Brussels, Vienna and… Read the full news article
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport welcomes Canada’s first true ultra-low-cost carrier Swoop
Airline is the first Canadian ULCC to cross the border, offering affordable service from five U.S. airports Calgary, Alberta, 2018-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Swoop, Canada’s first true ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC), today (August 02, 2018) announced its entrance into the U.S. market with five new international flight routes available for purchase through April 27, 2019…. Read the full news article
Emirates marks 15 years of successful operations in Auckland, New Zealand
Dubai, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is celebrating 15 years of successful operations to Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city. Since its inaugural flight in 2003, Emirates has carried over two million passengers to and from Auckland, connecting New Zealand to the world, with 21 flights a week to Dubai, Bali and beyond. Emirates… Read the full news article
Wizz Air announces the launch of a new route from Kaunas (Lithuania) to Turku (Finland)
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airline announces the launch of a new route from Kaunas (Lithuania) to Turku (Finland). The newly announced service from Kaunas will be available two times a week – Monday, Friday starting 9 November 2018. The new low fare service will create great travel opportunities for both Finish and Lithuanian passengers and their visitors… Read the full news article
Wizz Air announces further expansion of its network footprint across Europe with 11 new routes
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines and the largest low cost carrier in CEE, today (AUG 6, 2018) announced further expansion of its network footprint across Europe with 11 new routes, creating exciting travel opportunities from 17 cities in 13 countries. The services will commence at… Read the full news article
Star Alliance named the Best Airline Alliance at the Skytrax World Airline Awards for the third consecutive year
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2018-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Star Alliance has claimed the Best Airline Alliance title at the Skytrax World Airline Awards for the third year running on July 19th, with the Alliance’s prestigious Los Angeles Lounge retaining the Best Airline Alliance Lounge Award for the fourth year in a row. “Receiving the Best Alliance accolade from Skytrax… Read the full news article
Spirit Airlines Capt. Matt Gorshe receives Outstanding Airport Safety Liaison Award from ALPA
Madison Pilot Recognized for Advancing Aviation Safety Standards WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 01, 2018) recognized Spirit Airlines Capt. Matt Gorshe with its Outstanding Airport Safety Liaison Award for his exemplary efforts to successfully engage and work with authorities at Dane County Regional Airport… Read the full news article
Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l presented Austin-Bergstrom International Airport with the 2017 Airport of the Year Award
WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) is honored to present Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) with the 2017 Airport of the Year Award for its continued collaboration in partnering with pilots on important safety and construction issues. “The Austin International Airport team understands the advantage of including pilots… Read the full news article
ALPA recognized JetBlue Airways Capt. Thomas Wood with a Presidential Citation at its 64th Air Safety Forum
Bedford Pilot Honored for Commitment to Advancing Aviation Security WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized JetBlue Airways Capt. Thomas Wood with a Presidential Citation at its 64th Air Safety Forum. “Capt. Wood’s dedication to his colleagues and to advancing security within the… Read the full news article
Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Scott Hammond for his outstanding leadership in aviation safety
Saint Helena Island Resident Recognized for Outstanding Leadership WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Scott Hammond with its Air Safety Award for his outstanding leadership in aviation safety. Capt. Hammond was presented with the award today at ALPA’s… Read the full news article
United Airlines Capt. Don Dobias honored with ALPA’s Presidential Citation
Greenwood Village Pilot Honored for Commitment to Pilot Training WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized United Airlines Capt. Don Dobias with a Presidential Citation at the 64th Air Safety Forum in Washington, D.C. “Capt. Dobias’s dedication to his colleagues and to advancing… Read the full news article
ALPA recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Robert “Rip” Torn with a Presidential Citation
Cedar Park Pilot Honored for Commitment to Aviation Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Robert “Rip” Torn with a Presidential Citation for his tireless commitment to advancing the Association’s safety work. The award was presented during ALPA’s 64th Air Safety Forum… Read the full news article
British Airways joins the Brighton & Hove Pride parade celebrations
LONDON, UK, 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is Flying Proud at Brighton & Hove Pride today (August 04, 2018), where the airline is sponsoring the Pride parade and festival in support of the LGBT+ community, with employees from across the airline joining in the celebrations. Over 300,000 people poured out into the city’s… Read the full news article
Delta Air Lines Captain Paul Wilkinson honored with ALPA Superior Airmanship Award
Utah Pilot Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Passenger Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) honored Sandy, Utah, resident and Delta Air Lines Captain Paul Wilkinson, in addition to his crewmates Captains Greg Rooney and Jay Arnett, with the prestigious ALPA Superior… Read the full news article
ALPA recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Dan Coogan with Presidential Citation
Canton Pilot Honored for Contributions to Aviation Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Dan Coogan with a Presidential Citation for his outstanding efforts to enhance aviation safety. The award was presented during ALPA’s 64th Air Safety Forum in… Read the full news article
Alaska Airlines Capt. Anthony “AJ” Berlotti earns ALPA Presidential Citation
Frisco Pilot Honored for Commitment to Aviation Security WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (August 02, 2018) recognized Alaska Airlines Capt. Anthony “AJ” Berlotti with a Presidential Citation for his tireless commitment to improving access and security for pilots while traveling on a flight deck jumpseat…. Read the full news article
Norwegian to recruit 40 pilots, doubling the current number of flight crew currently operating out of Dublin base
Airline looking to recruit 40 pilots, almost doubling the current number of flight crew currently operating out of Dublin base Recruitment drive is a result of previously announced transatlantic expansion in Ireland including a new route between Dublin and Hamilton / Toronto. LONDON, 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Due to continued expansion Norwegian has… Read the full news article
ALPA recognized United Airlines Capt. Jerry McDermott with Pilot Assistance Award
WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — At the 64th Air Safety Forum today, the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized United Airlines Capt. Jerry McDermott with this year’s Pilot Assistance Award. ALPA presented its prestigious award to Capt. McDermott for his extraordinary service leading ALPA’s national pilot assistance programs. “Capt. McDermott’s passion for… Read the full news article
Delta Air Lines Capt. Mark Pinsky earns ALPA Presidential Citation
Ann Arbor Pilot Honored for Commitment to Pilot Assistance WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (August 02, 2018), at the 64th Air Safety Forum in Washington, D.C., the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. Mark Pinsky with a Presidential Citation for his dedication to helping his fellow airline… Read the full news article
ALPA honored Delta Air Lines Captain Greg Rooney with Superior Airmanship Award
Las Vegas Pilot Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Passenger Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today honored Las Vegas resident and Delta Air Lines Captain Greg Rooney, in addition to his crewmates Captains Paul Wilkinson and Jay Arnett, with the prestigious ALPA Superior Airmanship Award for… Read the full news article
United Airlines First Officer James Berzon earns inaugural ALPA Aviation Jumpseat Award
Castle Rock Pilot Recognized for Contributions to Enhance Flight Deck Security WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (August 02, 2018), in conjunction with its 64th Air Safety Forum in Washington, D.C., the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) presented United Airlines First Officer James Berzon with the Aviation Jumpseat Award. First Officer Berzon… Read the full news article
Delta Air Lines Captain Jay Arnett honored with ALPA Superior Airmanship Award
San Diego Pilot Recognized for Extraordinary Commitment to Passenger Safety WASHINGTON, D.C., 2018-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today honored San Diego resident and Delta Air Lines Captain Jay Arnett, in addition to his crewmates Captains Greg Rooney and Paul Wilkinson, with the prestigious ALPA Superior Airmanship Award for… Read the full news article
Boeing to open the new Boeing Aerospace & Autonomy Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2020
New research and development facility brings together engineering teams to accelerate development of future mobility solutions 100,000 square foot facility scheduled to open in 2020 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., 2018-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] today (Aug 1, 2018) announced plans to open the new Boeing Aerospace & Autonomy Center in Cambridge, Mass., becoming the… Read the full news article
S7 Airlines enhances its S7 Priority Loyalty Programme
Novosibirsk, Russia, 2018-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the global airline alliance oneworld®, announces changes to its S7 Priority Loyalty Programme. The airline is introducing four new status levels which will allow members to earn benefits after their fourth flight. Earlier, the programme had four membership levels: Classic membership received after registration, plus three elite status levels- Silver,… Read the full news article
Norwegian launches £79 special fares to the USA from Belfast
LONDON, UK, 2018-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — A year on from launching transatlantic flights from Belfast, Norwegian is giving consumers in Northern Ireland the chance to fly for less by launching special fares to the USA from £79 for a limited time only at www.norwegian.com/uk. Voted World’s Best Low-Cost Long-Haul Airline for the fourth consecutive… Read the full news article















