Category Archives: Airlines

ACI, IATA, CANSO and ICAO to discuss appropriate actions to be pursued to mitigate potential risks to civil aviation arising from conflict zones

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Montreal, Canada, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports Council International (ACI), along with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), participated in a meeting at the head offices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada earlier today to discuss appropriate actions to be pursued to… Read the full press release

ICAO, IATA, ACI and CANSO jointly express their strong condemnation of the use of weapons against civil aviation

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Montréal, Canada, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airports Council International (ACI) and the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), jointly express their strong condemnation of the use of weapons against civil aviation. The downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 is unacceptable. Our organizations wish… Read the full press release

Aeroflot’s Board of Directors approved dividend policy for JSC Aeroflot

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Moscow, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The Board of Directors of Aeroflot (“the Company”, Moscow Exchange ticker: AFLT) yesterday approved a dividend policy (the “Policy”) for JSC Aeroflot. The Policy aims to ensure maximum transparency for shareholders concerning the way in which dividends are calculated, and the procedure for their payment. The Policy establishes guidelines… Read the full press release

Air Seychelles will take delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft in December 2014

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Seychelles, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, will take delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft in December 2014, heralding significant enhancements to its international flight schedule at the same time. The changes, effective 1 December, include increased weekly frequencies between Seychelles and Abu Dhabi, more capacity… Read the full press release

Air Seychelles’ two new DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft welcomed by Seychelles President James Michel at special ceremony at Seychelles International Airport

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Seychelles, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — James Michel, President of the Republic of Seychelles, today welcomed Air Seychelles’ two new DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft at a special ceremony at Seychelles International Airport. The aircraft, recently delivered from Canada’s Viking Air Limited, will operate between Seychelles International Airport and Praslin, as well as other islands… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines signed with Amadeus IT Group for Altea as part of its Passenger Service System transformation programme

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TOKYO, 2014-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) has signed an agreement with Amadeus IT Group, S.A. (Amadeus) (*1) for Altea (*2) as part of its Passenger Service System (thereafter “PSS”) (*3) transformation programme. At present, JAL is operating its own PSS for both Domestic and International services. The airline is currently conducting the detailed planning of its PSS migration and… Read the full press release

Finavia: shuttle bus operates between Jyväskylä Airport and city center during Neste Oil Rally event 29 July – 2 August

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Helsinki, Finland, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The airport shuttle bus operates between Jyväskylä Airport and city center during Neste Oil Rally event  29 July – 2 August. From Airport to city center Airport shuttle bus leaves after  the flight arrives and takes passengers to the hotels in the city center. From city center to airport… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport will soon be world’s first airport with ability to track passenger flows during their entire airport experience

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From arriving at the parking garage, through check-in to shopping and departure gates, Helsinki Airport will soon be the first airport in the world with the ability to track passenger flows during their entire airport experience. Helsinki, Finland, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The new tools for managing the flow of people through the busy airport… Read the full press release

The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l welcomes the new legislation that makes airfare’s hidden fees & taxes visible to consumers

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Lawmakers pass legislation to make airfare’s hidden fees & taxes visible to consumers. WASHINGTON, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) issued the following statement in support of legislation that today passed the U.S. House of Representatives which requires previously hidden government-imposed taxes and fees to be fully disclosed to the… Read the full press release

Iberia launched “Summer flights” competition for its Frequent Flyer programme members

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To enter, Iberia Plus cardholders must sign up on Iberia.com and use their Iberia Plus card at least once between now until 31 August. Madrid, Spain, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia has launched a new competition, called “Summer flights”, for the members of its Frequent Flyer programme. Members of the Iberia Plus loyalty program can win one… Read the full press release

Iberia announced all of its flights destination U.S.A. will be subject to additional security inspections from July 29th

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Madrid, Spain, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Complying with the requirements of the United States Authorities, from July 29th all Iberia flights destination U.S.A. will be subject to additional security inspections. These measures consist of customers to be asked to turn on any electrical or battery powered devices such as telephones, tablets, e-books and laptops in front… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport: The Shannon Group Bill was signed into law by President Michael D. Higgins on 27th July 2014

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Shannon, Ireland, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Shannon Group Bill was signed into law by President Michael D. Higgins yesterday, 27th July 2014. The new legislation now paves the way for the formal establishment of Shannon Group, which will combine Shannon Airport with the property ownership and management activities of Shannon Commercial Enterprises Limited, Shannon… Read the full press release

Emirates becomes first airline to introduce Audio Description on movies for visually impaired customers on its inflight entertainment system

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First airline to introduce Audio Description soundtracks for movies DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the global connector of people and places, continues to set industry standards by becoming the first airline to introduce Audio Description on movies for visually impaired customers on its inflight entertainment system, ice Digital Widescreen. Emirates’ ice (information,… Read the full press release

Emirates signed three-year agreement with Portugal’s most successful football club Benfica

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LISBON, Portugal, 2014-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a connector of people and their passions, and Sport Lisboa e Benfica (Benfica), Portugal’s most successful football club, have signed a three-year agreement. Emirates is now the Official Airline Partner of the club until 2016. The deal comes just two years after Emirates began flights to Portugal, and… Read the full press release

London City Airport recognised for its increasing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint by Airport Carbon Accreditation

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LONDON, 2014-7-28 — /Travel PR News/ — London City Airport has been recognised for its increasing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint by Airport Carbon Accreditation, an initiative of ACI (Airports Council International) Europe. CY has been awarded Level 2 accreditation, reflecting its success in reducing carbon emissions per passenger in 2013 and recognising its approved,… Read the full press release

BWI Marshall launched new customer rewards program based on purchases made by travelers at the Airport

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Thanks Again® Program Allows Travelers to Earn Frequent Flyer Miles or Hotel Points When They Park, Shop, or Dine at BWI Marshall Glen Burnie, Maryland, 2014-7-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI Marshall) has launched a new customer rewards program based on purchases made by travelers at the Airport. The Thanks Again… Read the full press release

Leeds Bradford International Airport: Children from Yorkshire to join national tasting panel to help design Monarch Airlines’ new range of children’s on-board meals

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Airline launches junior panel to create new children’s on-board menu LEEDS, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Children from Yorkshire are being given the chance to join a national tasting panel to help design Monarch Airlines’ new range of children’s on-board meals. Monarch, which flies out of Leeds Bradford airport, and its on-board partner Alpha LSG are… Read the full press release

easyJet reports interim management statement for the quarter ended 30 June 2014

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LONDON, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet reports interim management statement for the quarter ended 30 June 2014 A. HIGHLIGHTS:  easyJet performance in the quarter • Revenue per seat grew by 2.7% at constant currency or by 1.7% on a reported basis to £62.47 per seat despite a less benign capacity environment and a significant… Read the full press release

Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of three Cessna 172 Pilot training aircraft from Cessna Aircraft Company

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and most profitable airlines in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has taken delivery of three Cessna 172 Pilot training aircraft on Thursday 24 July 2014, from Cessna Aircraft Company The new Cessna 172 is a four seat; single-engine airplane certified in the United… Read the full press release

Cape Town International Airport released final scoping report for realigning the airports runway for public comment

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Johannesburg, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Cape Town International Airport proposes to realign its runway and construct parallel and rapid exit taxiways. The realignment of the runway would result in a change in the flight paths used by aircraft approaching or departing the airport, and thus the areas around the airport experiencing high noise levels. SRK… Read the full press release

Horizon Air appoints David L. Campbell president and chief operating officer

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SEATTLE, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The board of directors of Horizon Air has named David L. Campbell president and chief operating officer, Alaska Air Group announced today. “We are excited to welcome Dave to Horizon Air and the Alaska Air Group team,” said Alaska Air Group CEO Brad Tilden. “He is an accomplished airline executive… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group, Inc. reports GAAP net income of $165 million on its 2014 second quarter

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Financial Highlights:  Reported record second quarter net income, excluding special items, of $157 million – a 50% increase over the second quarter of 2013. Reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.13 per diluted share, a 53% increase over the second quarter of 2013 and ahead of First Call analyst consensus estimate of $1.11 per share…. Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines to recognize employees with one-time cash award for their hard work related to the Company surpassing Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) goal

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Shares recognition for surpassing Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) goal DALLAS, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today it will recognize Southwest and AirTran Employees with a one-time cash award of $200 each as a thank you for all their hard work related to the Company achieving a 17.1 percent pre-tax… Read the full press release

Bombardier Inc. implements new organizational structure comprised of four business segments

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Montréal, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Bombardier Inc. announced the implementation of a new organizational structure, comprised of four business segments: Bombardier Transportation Bombardier Business Aircraft Bombardier Commercial Aircraft Bombardier Aerostructures and Engineering Services Effective immediately, all four business segments will report directly to Pierre Beaudoin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc. The… Read the full press release

XOJET, Inc. announces its 2014 mid-year results and the acquisition of additional Challenger 300 aircraft

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On-Demand Private Jet Charter Model Gains Further Traction As Economy Continues Upswing and Clients Turn to ‘Ownership-Free’ Alternatives. San Francisco, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — XOJET, Inc., a leader in private jet charter services, today announced that it is on track to exceed mid-year profitability and growth expectations, delivering 60% increase in core profitability and 3% increase in… Read the full press release

Qantas and oOh! Media launched new interactive digital content experience in Qantas Clubs and Lounges across Australia, ‘QView’

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas, together with oOh! Media, has launched ‘QView’, a new interactive digital content experience in Qantas Clubs and Lounges across Australia. This change is the first part of a major refresh of the entertainment Qantas offers customers, both on the ground and in the air. QView delivers relevant news,… Read the full press release

Halifax Stanfield International Airport the first airport in North America to introduce self-serve baggage drop for all passengers

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First in North America to Introduce Self-Serve Baggage Drop for All Passengers Halifax, N.S., 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Halifax Stanfield International Airport is the first airport in North America to offer self-serve baggage drop for all passengers. “This new, fully automated, self-serve baggage drop system uses the latest technology to simplify the check-in process for… Read the full press release

Flydubai launches flights to Mumbai, bringing the total number of destinations served by the carrier in India to seven

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Carrier announces the launch of five weekly flights to Mumbai and increases frequency to Delhi from October Dubai, UAE, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai today announced the launch of flights to Mumbai, bringing the total number of destinations served by the carrier in India to seven, with 25 flights a week. In June,… Read the full press release

Wizz Air opens its newest Romanian base in Craiova

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5th BASE IN ROMANIA, 1 BASED AIRBUS A320, 6 ROUTES Budapest, Hungary, 2014-7-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe*, today celebrated the opening of its newest Romanian base in Craiova. The airline is initially deploying one Airbus A320 aircraft to be based at Craiova airport operating 4… Read the full press release

Iberia renovated its meal service offering for Business travellers on flights to Europe and North Africa with Ramón Freixa-designed gourmet meals

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The chef headed a multidisciplinary team with Iberia and its main catering supplier to come up with original, healthy, gourmet meals based on the Mediterranean diet. The new dishes reflect the new Iberia brand value with their Spanish roots and the simplicity that is the hallmark of master chef Ramón Freixa. More complete offerings with… Read the full press release