Category Archives: Airlines

Deliveroo and Dubai Airports launch the region’s first airport food delivery service at Dubai International (DXB)

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Dubai, UAE, 2017-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ —  Deliveroo, the global leader in premium food delivery and Dubai Airports have today launched the region’s first airport delivery service at Dubai International (DXB). The unique concept – named DeliverooDXB – is a customer-centric airport initiative that enables time-starved passengers to get freshly-prepared food delivered straight to… Read the full news article

Textron Aviation’s Cessna Grand Caravan EX turboprops to support charter, cargo and logistic services in Botswana

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 2017-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced at Dubai Airshow that it is has begun delivery to Tuareg Aviation Ltd for 10 Cessna Grand Caravan EX turboprops. The aircraft will be operated by Mack Air (Pty) Ltd to provide charter, cargo and logistic services between a… Read the full news article

flydubai orders 225 Boeing 737 MAX aircrafts to support its continued expansion

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Third aircraft order in airline’s 8-year history DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai today announced a commitment to a US$27 billion order for 225 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to support the growth of its fleet.  This is the third aircraft order placed by the airline with Boeing in its eight-year history and… Read the full news article

Qantas encourages small businesses to recycle coffee cups with Qantas Points rewards

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SYDNEY, Australia, 2017-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — As National Recycling Week gets underway, Qantas is encouraging small businesses to lead the way and help Australia solve the challenge of recycling coffee cups by rewarding them with Qantas Points. Qantas Business Rewards is partnering with Simply Cups to give members the opportunity to earn points when… Read the full news article

JAL to serve limited edition bottles of Thierry Marx branded Beaujolais Nouveau wine on November 16th

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TOKYO, Japan, 2017-Nov-15 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s Beaujolais Nouveau Time! On November 16th, JAL will be serving limited edition bottles of Thierry Marx*1 branded Beaujolais Nouveau wine on select international routes and will also be featured at JAL`s major airport lounges in Japan. Limited to distribution in Japan, this exclusive wine was developed by Pierre… Read the full news article

Los Angeles World Airports and Los Angeles Unified School District host second annual LAX Aviation Career Day

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Los Angeles, California, 2017-Nov-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, more than 750 local high school students were introduced to careers in the aviation industry at the second annual LAX Aviation Career Day hosted by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The event occurred at the LAX’s Flight Path Museum… Read the full news article

Oman Air announces soft opening of its new call centres in Bucharest, Romania

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Muscat, Oman, 2017-Nov-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Demonstrating its continued commitment to providing excellent customer service and a seamless passenger experience, Oman Air, the national carrier for the Sultanate of Oman, announced the soft opening of its new call centres in Bucharest, Romania on November 6th 2017 beside the current one operates in Oman and the… Read the full news article

Oman Air announces soft opening of its new call centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Muscat, Oman, 2017-Nov-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, announced the soft opening of its new call centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on November 2nd 2017 beside the current one operates in Oman and the recently launched one in India. This demonstrates the national carrier continued commitment to… Read the full news article

Jet Airways hosts its annual and much-awaited Flight of Fantasy initiative

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MUMBAI, India, 2017-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier full-service international airline, today celebrated its annual and much-awaited Flight of Fantasy initiative by delighting over 100 young fans – including underprivileged children and those with special needs, by giving them the opportunity to experience the world of aviation, in its effort to… Read the full news article

flydubai presents its brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8 at the Dubai Airshow

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Airline is the first operator in the region to take delivery of the new aircraft type DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai marks its fifth Dubai Airshow by unveiling its brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8. This is the first aircraft to be delivered from the largest single-aisle Boeing aircraft order placed in… Read the full news article

Bulgaria Air to fly 11 times a week between Sofia and Athens

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SOFIA, Bulgaria, 2017-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The national carrier Bulgaria Air increases the frequency of its flights between Sofia and Athens. Starting November 29-th Bulgaria Air is flying from and to the Greek capital 11 times a week. The new flight to Athens (FB807) is sheduled every Wednesday morning at 09.30 a.m.  The passengers from the… Read the full news article

British Airways unveils newly revamped Concorde Room at Heathrow Terminal 5

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United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has revamped its flagship Concorde Room at Heathrow Terminal 5, taking inspiration from the very best of British Design. The refurbishment to the airline’s exclusive lounge included re-upholstering iconic pieces of furniture, and adding new feature pieces to the room, all of which are illuminated by… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways continues its long-standing support of autism awareness at the inaugural Autism Awareness Fundraising Gala

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Qatar Airways demonstrates continued support for autism awareness, acceptance, and accessibility at Kennedy Center event Doha, Qatar, 2017-Nov-13 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its ongoing commitment to social responsibility, Qatar Airways continued its long-standing support of autism awareness at the inaugural Autism Awareness Fundraising Gala hosted by The Embassy of the State… Read the full news article

HKIA conducts annual aircraft crash and rescue exercise

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HONG KONG, 2017-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) successfully conducted its annual aircraft crash and rescue exercise this morning, proving its readiness and effectiveness in handling contingencies. The exercise aims to provide opportunities for the airport community, Government departments and related organisations to familiarise themselves with and practise cooperation in emergency… Read the full news article

Bangkok Airways launches its frequent flyer programme partnership with Qatar Airways

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BANGKOK, Thailand, 2017-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited is pleased to announce the launch of its frequent flyer programme partnership with codeshare partner, Qatar Airways, starting 1 November 2017. Bangkok Airways FlyerBonus members can earn and redeem FlyerBonus points on eligible Qatar Airways flights. From 1 November 2017 onwards, Bangkok Airways’s… Read the full news article

Ryanair launches an improved healthier onboard menu

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Dublin, Republic of Ireland, 2017-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (9 Nov) launched an improved onboard menu, offering a wide range of delicious food, snacks and hot and cold drinks along with some tempting new, healthier additions, including Fulfil Nutrition bars. Customers can find the new ‘Getaway Café’ menu inside their… Read the full news article

Ryanair partners with Coras to offer customers a convenient way to buy best theatre, music and sporting tickets across Europe

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Special Introductory Offer On Theatre Tickets Booked Before December Dublin, Republic of Ireland, 2017-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (9 Nov) launched Ryanair Tickets, in partnership with Coras, selling the best theatre, music and sporting tickets across Europe on the Ryanair.com website. Ryanair’s 129m customers can now purchase tickets for the… Read the full news article

Cancun International Airport deploys technologies from SITA

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CANCUN, Mexico, 2017-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA’s tech to provide great passenger experience and efficient operations at Mexico’s busiest international destination Flights are now operating at Terminal 4, Cancun International Airport, Mexico’s newest airport terminal. The airport’s operator, ASUR, has used innovative technologies from SITA, the global provider of IT to the world’s airports,… Read the full news article

Aurora Flight Sciences now A Boeing Company

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New subsidiary to accelerate development of autonomous technology CHICAGO, IL, 2017-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] completed the acquisition of Aurora Flight Sciences, a world-class innovator, developer and manufacturer of advanced aerospace platforms and autonomous systems. Aurora will operate under Boeing Engineering, Test & Technology as a subsidiary called Aurora Flight Sciences, A… Read the full news article

Boeing and China Aviation Suppliers Holding Company sign agreement for 300 airplanes valued at more than $37 billion

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Builds on a strong foundation and growing partnership BEIJING, CHINA, 2017-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) and China Aviation Suppliers Holding Company (CASC) today signed an agreement for 300 airplanes during a ceremony in Beijing. It was part of the United States trade mission to China, and was signed by Kevin McAllister, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and… Read the full news article

Jet Airways announces Week long fare sale from Nov 8, 2017 to Nov 14, 2017

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Airline announces Week long fare sale from Nov 8, 2017 to Nov 14, 2017 on its non-stop and one-stop flights from India Mumbai, India, 2017-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways – India’s full-service, premier international airline, announced exciting travel options for the Winter season by offering up to 30% savings on travel from India to high–demand destinations served… Read the full news article

Bahrain Airport Company inaugurates Airport Operations Centre to improve flight tracking and availability, and reduce departure delays

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), inaugurated an advanced Airport Operations Centre which promises improved flight tracking and availability, and reduced departure delays. The new centre streamlines communications between the airport and its partners, allowing each party to understand the… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport welcomes easyJet’s first ever flight from Bristol to Athens

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Bristol, England, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has launched its first ever flight from Bristol to Athens. The new route to another European capital is part of Bristol’s ongoing expansion, including the first easyJet flight to Stockholm last Monday. The airline’s biggest base outside of London now flies to 65 destinations… Read the full news article

British Airways launches new route to Corsica from Heathrow Terminal 5

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LONDON, UK, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways customers will have even more choice of sunshine spots this summer with the launch of a new route to Corsica from Heathrow Terminal 5. Holidaymakers wanting to relax on pristine beaches, stroll through unspoilt coastal towns and explore charming hilltop villages should head to the picture-perfect… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways inaugurates services between Adana and Doha its fourth destination in Turkey

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Award-winning airline celebrates the launch of service to its fourth destination in Turkey Qatar Airways is the first five-star Middle Eastern airline to offer flights to and from Adana Qatar Airways now operates 41 weekly flights to Turkey DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is celebrating the launch of scheduled services to… Read the full news article

Alaska Airlines launches nonstop service between San Diego and Mexico City’s Benito Juarez International Airport

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Airline now provides 40 daily nonstop flights to 26 top destinations from San Diego SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines today begins nonstop service between San Diego and Mexico City’s Benito Juarez International Airport. San Diego is the third West Coast city to see nonstop service to Mexico’s largest metropolitan city with Los Angeles and San Francisco added in August 2017. With more than 100 flights a… Read the full news article

Alaska Airlines marks 10th anniversary of service to Hawaii with $100,000 donation to Hawaiian nonprofit organizations

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Alaska Airlines marks 10th anniversary of service to Hawaii with $100,000 donation to Hawaiian nonprofit organizations HONOLULU, HI, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Alaska Airlines Foundation is awarding $100,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations in Hawaii, as part of a special donation to celebrate Alaska Airlines’ 10th anniversary of service to the Islands. Funds will support 10… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines starts nonstop service from Connecticut, western Massachusetts and western Pennsylvania to Florida’s Gulf Coast

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Seasonal routes start November 9, 2017, include new service from Chicago to West Palm Beach MIRAMAR, Fla., 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — With Old Man Winter right around the corner, Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ:SAVE) is bringing the heat and its ultra-low fares to Connecticut, western Massachusetts and western Pennsylvania with new seasonal service to Florida’s Gulf Coast…. Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific partners with PressReader to provide thousands of digital newspapers and magazines to its passengers

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Customers can download a vast range of Hong Kong and international publications for free prior to their flight HONG KONG, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Our customers have told us that reading materials are important to their overall journey satisfaction. We therefore set out to find the best platform to enable the biggest selection,… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific raised more than HK$13 million for UNICEF HK through its Change for Good inflight fundraising programme

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HONG KONG, 2017-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — More than HK$13 million was raised from Cathay Pacific’s Change for Good inflight fundraising programme last year through converting spare coins and notes donated by the airline’s passengers. The proceeds will go to the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF HK) to support life-saving supplies and services to… Read the full news article