LONDON, 2017-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — On Tuesday 8 August SWISS became the first airline in the world to offer commercial flights with the Bombardier C Series aircraft to and from London City Airport. The advanced and innovative short- and medium-haul Bombardier CS100 will henceforth also operate SWISS’s scheduled services to and from London City…. Read the full press release
Category Archives: Airlines
Qatar grants visa-free entry for citizens of 80 countries
Number of nationalities eligible to enter visa-free highest in region Qatar considering further enhancements to visa policy, including waiver for holders of visa/resident permit for GCC and Schengen countries, as well as UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar’s Ministry of Interior (MoI), Qatar Tourism… Read the full press release
100,000 horse-racing devotees attended the 2017 Qatar Goodwood Festival
Runners and riders celebrate the season’s racing, thanks to the partnership between Qatar Airways and the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club Winning design of Ladies’ Day top hat chosen from scores of enthusiastic entrants DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 100,000 horse-racing devotees attended the prestigious 2017 Qatar Goodwood Festival during the… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines launches new in-flight safety video
Singapore, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) has unveiled its new in-flight safety video, which takes viewers on a panoramic journey across various locations in Singapore, beyond the traditional space of an aircraft cabin. In this feature, viewers follow the Singapore Girl as she travels to familiar landmarks such as Boat Quay, The… Read the full press release
Wizz Air announces 4 new routes from Eilat Ovda, Israel to Riga, Katowice, Prague and Bucharest
Four New Low-Fare Routes from Eilat Ovda to Central-Eastern Europe BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, continues its massive expansion in Israel, announcing 4 new low-fare routes from Eilat Ovda to Riga (Latvia) Katowice (Poland), Prague (Czech Republic) and Bucharest (Romania). Starting winter season 2017, the new low-fare services will bring truly affordable travel… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways launches brand new dedicated 24/7 Twitter channel
New dedicated 24/7 Twitter channel to enhance passengers’ customer service experience Hailed as ‘the world’s favourite airline’ on Facebook DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Getting in touch with Qatar Airways’ Customer Service team has been made even easier today thanks to the launch of a brand new dedicated 24/7 Twitter channel. Although… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways inaugurates non-stop flight from Doha to Sohar; its third destination in the Sultanate of Oman
Qatar Airways now offers 59 weekly flights to the Sultanate of Oman Launch is part of expedited expansion plans, with new direct flights to Prague and Kyiv later this month DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The first Qatar Airways non-stop flight from Doha to Sohar touched down today (08 August 2017) at… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways launches new four times-weekly service to Sarajevo begining 31 October
Qatar Airways launches new four times-weekly service to Sarajevo begining 31 October Qatar Airways’ robust growth strategy continues, with service to Sarajevo commencing on 31 October Award-winning airline continues its Eastern European expansion, with service to Prague and Kyiv launching this month DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The historic city of… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways hosted the LATAM Airlines Group Board of Directors for its first-ever meeting in Doha
Qatar Airways hosted the LATAM Airlines Group Board of Directors for its first-ever meeting in Doha Latin America’s biggest airline shows support for Qatar as it receives a warm welcome from the Middle East’s five-star carrier Qatar Airways to expand presence in Latin America by launching flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Santiago,… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines elects Shane Tackett as SVP of revenue management and e-commerce and Andrea “Andy” Schneider VP of people
SEATTLE, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines’ board of directors have elected Shane Tackett senior vice president of revenue management and e-commerce, and Andrea “Andy” Schneider vice president of people. Tackett will continue to oversee pricing, yield management, revenue analysis and e-commerce. He began his career with Alaska Airlines in 2000 as an analyst and… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines launches service to Mexico City from two major California hubs
Alaska further solidifies position as the West Coast go-to airline, kicks off massive expansion SEATTLE, 2017-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines today (Aug. 8, 2017) launched service to Mexico City’s Benito Juarez International Airport from two major California hubs: San Francisco International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. Later this fall, Alaska Airlines will also add service from San Diego International Airport… Read the full press release
Air France offers finest premium teas from the famous Palais des Thés tea company on board Business class
PARIS, France, 2017-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — To continue to surprise its customers while affirming its role as ambassador of fine French dining in the sky, Air France has constantly crafted its culinary tradition around two key principles – excellence and simplicity. To offer customers the best possible in-flight experience and optimum pleasure, since… Read the full press release
Air France trials immersive entertainment system with virtual reality headsets for 3D and 2D films
PARIS, France, 2017-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Since 1st August 2017, Air France has been testing an immersive entertainment system with virtual reality headsets allowing customers to enjoy 3D and 2D films or series in their own private movie theatre in isolation from the rest of the cabin. In an aim to surprise its… Read the full press release
Flybe 2018 summer schedule from George Best Belfast City Airport now on sale
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2017-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has put on sale its 2018 summer schedule which features 14 routes to the UK mainland with a choice of up to 277 weekly departures from George Best Belfast City Airport. Seats are now on sale from £27.99 one way including taxes and… Read the full press release
Oman Air announces codeshare agreement with Royal Jordanian on Muscat-Beirut via Amman flights
MUSCAT, Oman, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is delighted to announce a free sale codeshare agreement with Royal Jordanian on flights between Muscat and Beirut via Amman and vice versa. Under the terms of the agreement, which became effective from June 15, the… Read the full press release
LAWA: Van Nuys Airport earns level 2 reduction in Airport Council International’s Airport Carbon Accreditation program
Los Angeles, California, 2017-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Van Nuys Airport (VNY) becomes the only general aviation airport to hold level 2 reduction in Airport Council International’s Airport Carbon Accreditation program furthering the airport’s goal to become a greener, cleaner and more efficient airport for all stakeholders. The Airport Carbon Accreditation program recognizes airports worldwide… Read the full press release
The American magazine Global Traveler recognized Portuguese wines served in TAP Executive Class
Lisbon, Portugal, 2017-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The American magazine Global Traveler awarded gold and bronze to the wines served in Executive Class The American magazine Global Traveler has awarded first and third places to the wines that TAP serves in its executive class. The gold went to TAP for its sparkling wine Luís Pato… Read the full press release
Scandinavian Airlines starts twice weekly service to Shannon from Stockholm
Shannon, Ireland, 2017-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism providers along the Wild Atlantic Way got another boost today with the commencement by Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) of a twice weekly service to Shannon from Stockholm. The service is the first ever between Shannon and Sweden’s busiest Airport, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, and the first between Shannon… Read the full press release
dnata to provide ground handling services at John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 4
New partner dnata will provide T4 airlines with superior ground handling services Dubai, UAE, 2017-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — JFKIAT, LLC. – the company that operates Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport – recently announced it has entered into an agreement with dnata, one of the world’s largest air-services organizations, to provide… Read the full press release
Concur and AirAsia Group to help businesses reduce their corporate travel spend
Washington, U.S., 2017-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Concur, an SAP company and one of the world’s leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions, has announced a collaboration with AirAsia Group that will help Concur Travel customers access regular and exclusive corporate content from AirAsia. The latter content is available only to customers… Read the full press release
Allegiant to establish a two-aircraft base at the Indianapolis International Airport
Las Vegas, 2017-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch joined executives from Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT), a low-cost airline, today as the company announced plans to establish a two-aircraft base at the Indianapolis International Airport. As part of Allegiant’s growth plans in Indiana, the company plans to create up to 66 new,… Read the full press release
Brussels Airport earns European EASA airport certificate
Brussels, Belgium, 2017-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Directorate General of Aviation (DGLV) has awarded the European EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) airport certificate to Airport Company. The DGLV herewith officially confirms that Brussels Airport meets the latest and strictest European aviation standards in the area of equipment and aviation safety. Brussels Airport is the… Read the full press release
Absolute Combustion International becomes a full member of Alberta Aerospace and Technology Center at EIA
Absolute Combustion International will design, build and test a new, 35 per cent more efficient heater for EIA’s passenger boarding gates Edmonton, AB, 2017-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Absolute Combustion International (ACI) has become a full member of Alberta Aerospace and Technology Center (AATC) located at Edmonton International Airport (EIA). ACI will be continuing the… Read the full press release
Silver Airways announces leadership changes and strategic growth developments
Upgrades Fleet with Agreement for Up to 50 ATR-600 Series Aircraft Valued at Up to $1.1 Billion Appoints Veteran Aviation Executive Steven A. Rossum as CEO and Promotes Jason Bewley to President Explores Expanding Caribbean Operations via Seaborne Airlines Fort Lauderdale, Fla., 2017-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Silver Airways (“Silver” or the “Company”), the… Read the full press release
airberlin’s new flights to Toronto now on sale
BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The new airberlin flights to Toronto now are available for immediate booking. From 1 May 2018 airberlin will fly four times per week to Toronto in Canada. Tickets for the return flights are available exclusively until 9 August 2017 from €449 including taxes and fees. The offer applies… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways unveils more flights to top destinations in Asia
Qatar Airways unveils more flights to top destinations in Asia Airline’s ambitious expansion plans continue with increased services to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Krabi Hanoi will now be served by a direct daily flight from Doha DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ rapid expansion plans are continuing apace… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways announces new codeshare agreement with LATAM Airlines Brazil
Qatar Airways announces new codeshare agreement with LATAM Airlines Brazil Agreement will provide Qatar Airways passengers even greater connectivity to exciting destinations across Brazil Award-winning airline will launch service to Rio de Janeiro next year DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare agreement with… Read the full press release
British Airways offers more than 65,000 seats at ultra-low fares to and from 26 Gatwick destinations
British Airways offers more than 65,000 seats at ultra-low fares to and from 26 Gatwick destinations London, 2017-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — As the summer holidays begin, British Airways is turning up the heat at Gatwick with thousands of seats available for under £40. The airline is offering more than 65,000 seats*, the… Read the full press release
flydubai becomes the first in Middle East to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane — 737 MAX 8
flydubai becomes the first in Middle East to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane — 737 MAX 8 Dubai, UAE, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] and flydubai celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first 737 MAX 8, making the Middle East carrier the first in the region to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane…. Read the full press release
Aeroflot marks 50 years of service to Zurich
Moscow, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (31 July 2017) marks 50 years of Aeroflot flights to Zurich. The first regular flight between Moscow and Zurich was made on 31 July 1967 on a Tu-104 aircraft captained by Petr Gonchar, assisted by first officer Oleg Khalmuradov. Today, Aeroflot operates 14 flights between Moscow and Zurich… Read the full press release