Iberia appoints FTEJerez as the official flight training provider of its future pilots

FTEJerez selected by the Spanish flag carrier as their ab initio flight training provider. MADRID, Spain, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — In this new Mentored Airline Pilot Scheme, selected candidates will commence their training at FTEJerez early in 2018 joining FTE’s AFOP (Airline First Officer Programme). Following 62 weeks of training in Jerez, the graduates… Read the full news article

Japan Airlines announces partnership with Russian Airlines PJSC “Aeroflot”

TOKYO, Japan, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) and Public Joint Stock Company “Aeroflot – Russian Airlines” (PJSC “Aeroflot”) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a strategic cooperation agreement to pursue commercial opportunities which will greatly benefit the customers of both airlines by providing more options for travel between Russia… Read the full news article

dnata, Emirates Innovation Lab, IBM and flydubai Cargo create new value proposition for cargo service delivery through blockchain technology

dnata, Emirates Innovation Lab, flydubai Cargo, and IBM Successfully Complete a Proof of Concept (PoC) Using Blockchain Technology for Airfreight Transportation in Dubai DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata’s cargo operations, in conjunction with Emirates Innovation Lab, IBM and flydubai Cargo, has created a new value proposition for cargo service delivery through the… Read the full news article

Iberia inaugurates new Velázquez Premium Lounge at Madrid Airport T4

New Velázquez Premium Lounge is bigger and offers more services. Located in the Satellite building, it can accommodate up to 500 customers at a time. Unlimited Wi-Fi connection, furniture with USB charging ports throughout the room, and coming soon Smart Touch TV informing of services available at all times. Larger, improved restaurant areas with services for… Read the full news article

S7 Airlines extends code-share agreement with Qatar Airways

Novosibirsk, Russia, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a oneworld® global airline alliance member, announces that the terms and conditions of the code-share agreement with Qatar Airways, its partner airline, have been extended. In accordance with the arrangements, the airlines will carry out joint flights to Australia, countries of Asia and Africa. Under the agreement, the passengers now have the opportunity… Read the full news article

YYC Calgary International Airport welcomes WestJet’s new regional air service WestJet Link

CALGARY, Alberta, Canada, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — WestJet today introduced WestJet Link, a new regional air service operating under a capacity purchase agreement (CPA) with Pacific Coastal Airlines. Using Pacific Coastal Airlines’ aircraft painted in WestJet colours, WestJet Link will connect the communities of Lethbridge, Lloydminster, Medicine Hat, Cranbrook and Prince George to WestJet’s… Read the full news article

G4S and ICTS selected to provide security services at Brussels Airport

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — After winning the tender, security companies G4S and ICTS will provide security services at Brussels Airport for three years starting February 2018. G4S will be responsible for the security screening of passengers, staff and baggage at the airport, while ICTS will take care of access control of staff,… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways extends its sponsorship as Official Airline Partner of Orbis UK

The multiple award-winning airline extends its sponsorship as Official Airline Partner for a further three years Occasion coincides with an official visit to Qatar by Her Royal Highness, Sophie The Countess of Wessex  DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has renewed its sponsorship as Official Airline Partner to Orbis UK for a… Read the full news article

Jet Airways’ JetEscapes launches exciting all- inclusive holidays for Dubai Shopping Festival guests

Attractive holiday options for guests when booking customized all–inclusive packages starting at INR 34,800* only Mumbai, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways’ JetEscapes has introduced exciting all- inclusive holidays for guests traveling to the world renowned Dubai Shopping Festival, for travel effective Dec 26, 2017 to Jan 28, 2018. The month-long, world famous… Read the full news article

Belfast City Airport welcomes Eastern Airways’ new service to Isle of Man and Newcastle

Belfast, Northern Island, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Flybe franchise partner, Eastern Airways, is introducing Sunday flights on its Belfast City Airport routes to the Isle of Man and Newcastle. The new Sunday services will help to provide weekend break opportunities and assist business passengers travelling to their destination on a Sunday ready for an… Read the full news article

CDA officially opens Airport Maintenance Complex (AMC) annex building at O’Hare International Airport

Chicago, IL, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today to officially open a new 90,000 square foot Airport Maintenance Complex (AMC) annex building to be used for the snow program at O’Hare International Airport. The new $18 million facility houses snow removal vehicles and other equipment… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon announce the return of Vantage Pass promotion

Fly two Business Class round-trips from HKD7,600 Hong Kong, 2017-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Our popular Vantage Pass promotion is back. Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon customers can fly to two destinations and enjoy Business Class starting from HKD7,600 for both round-trips. Vantage Pass provides you with the chance to make the most of… Read the full news article

IATA and the African Development Bank to establish framework for collaboration to boost the aviation sector in Africa

Abuja, Nigeria, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for collaboration to boost the aviation sector in Africa. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the International Civil Aviation Organization World Aviation Forum… Read the full news article

IATA: PAConf approves full implementation of the New Generation of IATA Settlement Systems (NewGen ISS) initiative

Geneva, Switzerland, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the Passenger Agency Conference (PAConf), composed of IATA’s member airlines, adopted Resolutions for the full implementation of the New Generation of IATA Settlement Systems (NewGen ISS) initiative. NewGen ISS represents the most extensive and ambitious modernization of the IATA Billing and… Read the full news article

easyJet teams up with HolidayTaxis Group to launch new airport transfers booking portal

easyJet works with HolidayTaxis to provide customers with a wide range of ground transport options to get to and from the airport   New online booking portal will make it easier than ever for customers to book the best deals and fastest transfer times LUTON, UK, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline,… Read the full news article

Worldwide Flight Services awarded five new cargo handling contracts in France

PARIS, 2017-Nov-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has been awarded five new cargo handling contracts by passenger and freighter airlines in France. Four of the contracts cover Paris CDG as well as handling at WFS’ other 11 cargo stations across France. Vietnam Airlines has renewed its cargo handling agreement with WFS,… Read the full news article

Oman Air to develop its B737 MAX fleet inflight entertainment systems with Thales AVANT IFE System

Muscat, Oman, 2017-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman signed an agreement with Thales on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow, to equip its B737 MAX fleet for developing its Inflight entertainment systems. As one of the respected airlines of the region with a focus on service… Read the full news article

Aeroflot announces code-sharing agreement with SkyTeam alliance partner China Southern Airlines

MOSCOW, Russia, 2017-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has expanded its code-sharing agreement with SkyTeam alliance partner China Southern Airlines, opening up new destinations in Australia and New Zealand for its passengers on routes via Guangzhou. Aeroflot will put its SU code on China Southern flights between Guangzhou and Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland. The Chinese… Read the full news article

Aeroflot strengthens position on the South Asian market with the relaunch of ticket sales in Nepal

MOSCOW, Russia, 2017-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has resumed ticket sales in Nepal with a launch event in Kathmandu attended by the airline’s Delhi office, Russian Ambassador to Nepal Andrey Budnik, the management team of Nepal airlines, representatives of the local tourism industry and media. A sales agreement for Aeroflot flights on Nepalese… Read the full news article

Dubai Airports and McDonald’s UAE officially opened the region’s largest McDonald’s airport restaurant in Dubai International

Dubai, UAE, 2017-Nov-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai Airports and McDonald’s UAE, the leading foodservice retailer, today cut the red ribbon and officially opened the region’s largest McDonald’s airport restaurant in concourse B at Dubai International (DXB). The new restaurant is designed with the customer in mind, reflecting Dubai Airports’ ongoing mission to transform the… Read the full news article

The Port Authority achieves Airport Carbon Accreditation for John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty, LaGuardia, Stewart International and Teterboro airports

New York, NY, 2017-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — In recognition of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, the Port Authority has received accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI) for the agency’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions at all five of its airports. The Port Authority achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) for John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty,… Read the full news article

CDA: O’Hare and Midway International Airports ready to welcome 1.9 million passengers this Thanksgiving holiday travel

CHICAGO, 2017-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today announced that O’Hare and Midway International Airports will be among the busiest airports in the nation for Thanksgiving holiday travel this year with more than 1.9 million passengers expected over the next seven days. With new security technology unveiled at Midway… Read the full news article

CDA welcomes United Airlines’ new Chicago O’Hare International Airport 2018 summer schedule

CHICAGO, 2017-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — United Airlines today announced it will add nonstop daily service from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to two new destinations next spring including El Paso, Texas and Wilmington, North Carolina, as well as seasonal service to Fresno, California for the summer of 2018. In addition to the new flights, United announced it… Read the full news article

Ryanair adds further 31 routes from Milan Bergamo Airport

DUBLIN, 2017-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Italy’s No. 1 airline, today (22 Nov) extended its connecting flights service at Milan Bergamo Airport, adding a further 31 routes including Budapest, Lisbon and Ibiza providing Ryanair customers with an expanded route choice of 131 connecting services in total, and the opportunity to book and transfer directly… Read the full news article

Ryanair launches new London Stansted to Rimini route beginning in March

DUBLIN, 2017-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (21 Nov) launched a new London Stansted to Rimini route which will run twice weekly as part of its summer 2018 schedule, beginning in March. UK consumers and visitors can enjoy even lower fares and the latest “Always Getting Better” improvements including: –… Read the full news article

Ryanair to hold engineering open day on Thursday, 23rd November

DUBLIN, 2017-Nov-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (20 Nov) announced that it will create 200 new engineering jobs across Europe, as it takes delivery of 50 new aircraft over the next 12 months. An engineering open day will be held on Thursday, 23rd November between 11:00 and 18:00hrs in the Maldron Hotel,… Read the full news article

Wizz Air announces addition of four Airbus A320 aircraft to its Luton fleet by June 2018

FOUR ADDITIONAL AIRCRAFT 150 NEW LOCAL JOBS FIVE NEW ROUTES 30 ADDITIONAL FLIGHTS & 11,000 NEW SEATS EVERY WEEK BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2017-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe today announces a massive expansion at its Luton base, with the addition of four Airbus A320 aircraft to… Read the full news article

IATA launches I-ASC survey to support airlines in the implementation of Safety Management Systems

Geneva, Switzerland, 2017-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the IATA Aviation Safety Culture (I-ASC) survey to support airlines in the implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and building a strong safety culture in compliance with the recently upgraded standards and recommended practices (SARPS) of the International Civil Aviation Organization… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways Cargo commences direct freighter service to Yangon, Myanmar

Freighters will provide a boost to Myanmar’s booming garment exports Doha, Qatar, 2017-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Cargo has commenced direct freighter service to Yangon, Myanmar. The Doha-Yangon-Doha route is served once-a-week with the Airbus A330 freighter, providing more than 60 tonnes of cargo capacity each way. Qatar Airways’ Acting Chief Officer… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways increases daily frequencies to Moscow, Stockholm, Oslo, Milan and Rome

The multiple award-winning airline announces frequency increases to and from key European destinations and Russia  Flight frequencies to Moscow, Stockholm, Oslo, Milan and Rome will be increased in the coming months DOHA, Qatar, 2017-Nov-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has announced that it will increase daily frequencies to the Scandinavian capitals of Stockholm and Oslo,… Read the full news article