Southwest Airlines® frequent flyer program Rapid Rewards named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual Freddie Awards ceremony

Freddie Award results prove there is more to love about being a Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program member and Cardmember DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards, has been named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® to hire additional 500 Ramp Agents

DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is on a mission to hire an additional 500 Ramp Agents. Southwest Airlines Ramp Agents provide the famous Southwest Hospitality by handling cargo and baggage service, directing and servicing aircraft, and performing related activities on the airport ramp. Paid relocation assistance may be available for… Read the full press release

Dragonair renews partnership with fine-dining restaurant Hugo’s to offer exclusive inflight menu featuring selection of classic European dishes

HONG KONG, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Dragonair today announced the continuation of its partnership with Hugo’s, the fine-dining restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, to offer First Class and Business Class passengers an exclusive inflight menu featuring a selection of classic European dishes. The latest menu resulting from this collaboration… Read the full press release

Bombardier redeems all of its 4.250% Senior Notes due 2016

Montréal, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier today announced that it has redeemed all of its 4.250% Senior Notes due 2016 (CUSIP: C10602AU1 / ISIN: USC10602AU14 (Reg. S) / CUSIP: 097751BB6 / ISIN: US097751BB60 (144A)) (the “Notes”) pursuant to the notice of redemption issued on March 30, 2015 (the “Notice”). Notes that have not yet… Read the full press release

Bombardier: Aerolíneas Ejecutivas introduced its new fleet of 6 Learjet 75 business aircraft to its operation in Mexico

The recently-delivered aircraft strengthen ALE’s commitment and leadership in executive aviation The new Learjet 75 business jets are added to ALE’s MexJet fleet, which flies 15 thousand hours a year The Learjet 75 aircraft offers the ultimate combination of performance, design and legendary Learjet heritage Mexico, Federal District, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ —  Aerolíneas… Read the full press release

DFW International Airport: Volaris launched new service to Guadalajara, Mexico

Popular Mexican low-cost carrier providing more options for international travel DALLAS, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Volaris launched new service today from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport to Guadalajara, giving passengers another convenient low-cost option for traveling to Mexico. The low-cost carrier will use Airbus A320 aircraft and will operate out of DFW’s International… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines launches all-new mobile app for Apple and Android smartphones as well as for the Apple Watch

SINGAPORE, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines has launched an all-new mobile app for both Apple and Android smartphones, as well as for the Apple Watch. Introducing a redesigned user interface with new features, the app aims to provide a functional and seamless user experience. Features include a contextual homepage that displays the… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines: Construction of the new Airbus Asia Training Centre (AATC) in Singapore is now underway due to open in Q1 2016

(Joint Release With Airbus) SINGAPORE, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Construction of the new Airbus Asia Training Centre (AATC) in Singapore is now underway, following the completion of initial ground-breaking works. Due to open in the first quarter of 2016, the new facility will offer type rating and recurrent training courses for all in-production… Read the full press release

Jet Airways introduces new flights between Ahmedabad and Bhopal/Indore as well to Hyderabad via Pune

Links Ahmedabad with Bhopal and Indore, as also with Hyderabad via Pune Ahmedabad, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premiere international airline, has introduced new flights between Ahmedabad and Bhopal/Indore as well to Hyderabad via Pune with immediate effect. These new ATR services will operate six days a week except on Saturdays. Jet… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines presents A320 with special Building Bridges branding as its flying ambassador for the Eurovision Song Contest

• Austrian Airbus A320 with special Building Bridges branding • The Eurovision Song Contest as a first-time “green event” VIENNA, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF) as the host broadcaster and Austrian Airlines as the official carrier presented an Airbus A320 of the Austrian Airlines fleet with special lettering before… Read the full press release

Philippine Airlines expands its international flight route network with the launch of thrice weekly flights to Quanzhou, China (Jinjiang)

MANILA, Philippines, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — A Philippine Airlines A320 aircraft receives a water cannon salute upon arrival in Quanzhou, China (Jinjiang) – the flag carrier’s newest international destination. PAL now operates thrice weekly flights (Tuesdays /Thursdays /Saturdays via PR356/357) between Manila and Jinjiang where majority of Chinese – Filipinos trace their roots. Philippine… Read the full press release

Travelport announces the appointment of Steven Chambers to its Board of Directors

Langley, UK, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE: TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the $8 trillion global travel and tourism industry, today announced the appointment of Steven Chambers to its Board of Directors. The appointment is effective immediately.  Mr Chambers will also become a member… Read the full press release

Aeroflot updates version of its app for iPhone and iPad that includes support for Apple Watch

Moscow, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot (Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) has released an updated version of its app for iPhone and iPad that includes support for Apple Watch among a number of new additions designed to maximise user convenience. Anyone with an Apple Watch can see the Special Offers and My Reservations sections of the app, with information updated every time the… Read the full press release

International Travel Plus Airline Amenity Bag Awards recognized Aeroflot children amenity kit

Moscow, 2015-4-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot children amenity kit for kids from 6 to 11 years was awarded by annual international Travel Plus Airline Amenity Bag Awards. Amenity bag for children from 3 to 6 was also rewarded by the jury and entered nomination short-list. Children amenity kits design deserves special attention. All amenity kits were decorated with children drawings — winners of the art… Read the full press release

Vistara opens bookings for Lucknow and Bengaluru

New Delhi, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Adding Lucknow and Bengaluru to its fast growing network, Vistara today opened bookings for the two new destinations. Starting May 18, 2015 Vistara will offer daily flights on the Delhi-Lucknow-Delhi route increasing the frequency to double daily flights from June 16, 2015 onward. The Delhi-Bengaluru-Bombay daily return flight… Read the full press release

ALPA encourages the FAA to develop additional standards and guidance for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems

WASHINGTON, D.C., 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In comments submitted today to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) outlined several key areas of recent proposed rules for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) that should be enhanced to maintain the safety of the national airspace system (NAS). “We… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announces new partnership agreement with two quality Flight Training organizations for the provision of cadet pilots to the airline

BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced a new 5-year partnership agreement with two quality Flight Training organizations for the provision of cadet pilots to the airline. Courses will start from September 2015 and will initially involve up to 40 cadets… Read the full press release

Bahrain Airport Company hosted an appreciation dinner for key partners from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia and from Bahrain International Airport

Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In line with its continuous efforts to further enhance its relationship with key partners and customers, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) – the managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA) – hosted an appreciation dinner for travel agents and airline country managers from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport: Turkish Airlines to carry air cargo from Shannon to Chicago

Shannon, Ireland, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Exporters to the US are to benefit from the launch of Ireland’s only direct all-cargo air service to North America following the announcement today that Turkish Airlines has been granted permission to carry air cargo from Shannon to Chicago, starting immediately. Shannon Airport first welcomed Turkish Airlines in… Read the full press release

Liverpool John Lennon Airport: Wizz Air commenced flights from Liverpool to Riga, Latvia

LIVERPOOL, UK, 2015-4-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low fare – low cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe commenced flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) to Riga, the capital city of Latvia last Friday evening (24th April). Celebrations with passengers and airline staff took place ahead of the first… Read the full press release

AirAsia honored with the “Best Social Media Engagement” Awards at the World Bloggers and Social Media Awards 2015

KUALA LUMPUR, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia, the region‟s leading and largest low-cost carrier was recognized with the „Best Social Media Engagement‟ Awards at the World Bloggers and Social Media Awards 2015 held in conjunction with the Malaysia Social Media Week 2015 in Kuala Lumpur yesterday. The airline was recognized for its active… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation presented an award for sustainability to The Grove, Inc. (TGI) for its commitment to sustainability at O’Hare International Airport

CHICAGO, 2015-4-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) presented an award for sustainability to The Grove, Inc. (TGI) for its commitment to sustainability at O’Hare International Airport. The event highlighted TGI’s achievement of the highest level of certification under the CDA Sustainable Airport Manual(SAM) Concession & Tenants – Operation… Read the full press release

Emirates cabin crew team now crossing 20,000 staff

DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-4-24 — /Travel PR News/ — This month, Emirates celebrates a milestone in its employee history, with its cabin crew team now crossing 20,000 staff. Instantly recognizable all around the world, Emirates cabin crew is a vibrant group that comprises over 135 nationalities and speak over 55 languages. Reflective of the cosmopolitan DNA of… Read the full press release

Thomas Suritsch named Managing Director of the Austrian airline NIKI Luftfahrt GmbH

Christina Hackl joins NIKI management board Christian Lesjak leaves NIKI at his own request  VIENNA, 2015-4-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Effective immediately, Thomas Suritsch (59) will serve as the Managing Director of the Austrian airline NIKI Luftfahrt GmbH, following Christian Lesjak, who has decided to leave the company. In his new job, Suritsch will… Read the full press release

Indianapolis International Airport: OneJet to announce new nonstop air travel from Indianapolis; press conference on Friday, April 24

Corporate jet will now offer two new direct destinations out of IND giving the community new regional choices INDIANAPOLIS, 2015-4-24 — /Travel PR News/ — OneJet, the air travel network developing nonstop service options across the eastern United States, will hold a press conference on Friday, April 24th, to announce expanded service from Indianapolis International Airport (IND)…. Read the full press release

Budapest Airport to launch series of specialist retail tenders for significant areas of SkyCourt in May

Budapest Airport has had another best-ever quarter for commercial revenues during which the Hungarian gateway surpassed €15 million in overall retail and food & beverage sales in Q1, boosted by year-on-year passenger traffic growth rates exceeding +12%, as the surge which saw the airport pass the nine million threshold for the first time last year,… Read the full press release

easyJet and Airbus celebrated the delivery of the airline’s 250th Airbus A320 family aircraft at a ceremony in Hamburg

Europe’s and one of the world’s biggest A320 family airlines celebrates milestone in Hamburg with partners Airbus and CFM LONDON, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet and Airbus have celebrated their successful partnership at a ceremony in Hamburg to mark the delivery the airline’s 250th Airbus A320 family aircraft. Carolyn McCall, easyJet CEO, Jean-Paul… Read the full press release

easyJet’s special assistance advisory group officially launched its Pan-European Charter on Meeting the Needs of Disabled Air Travellers

LONDON, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet’s special assistance advisory group (ESAAG) officially launched its Pan-European Charter on Meeting the Needs of Disabled Air Travellers at an event in the European Parliament today. The independent advisory group, which is chaired by former UK Labour MP David Blunkett, has advised the airline on the needs… Read the full press release

New Thameslink trains serving Gatwick Airport to begin service from Spring 2016 on the Brighton to Bedford line

Rail capacity to double at Gatwick Airport in the next five years A train will leave the airport for London every three minutes State-of-the-art trains and robust new track and signalling systems coming LONDON, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The first new Thameslink trains serving Gatwick Airport are on track to begin service from… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines launches new services to Tokyo Narita International Airport; the only direct connection between Africa and Japan

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, 2015-4-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has started new services to Tokyo Narita International Airport in April 21, 2015, in codeshare partnership with fellow Star Alliance member, All Nippon Airways, Japan’s leading airline. The thrice weekly flight, the only direct… Read the full press release