Category Archives: Airports

Spirit Airlines reported its preliminary October 2013 traffic results and year-to-date 2013

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Miramar, Florida, United States, 2013-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) today reported its preliminary traffic results for October 2013 and year-to-date 2013. Traffic (revenue passenger miles) in October 2013 increased 28.1 percent versus October 2012 on a capacity (available seat miles) increase of 28.6 percent. Load factor for October 2013 was 87.0 percent, a decrease… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Cargo honored with 2013 Quest for Quality Award by Logistics Management Magazine

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Airline Earns Quest for Quality Award for 17 Consecutive Years Dallas, TX, United States, 2013-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Cargo is honored to receive the 2013 Quest for Quality Award, awarded by Logistics Management Magazine. The Quest for Quality Award is the gold standard for customer satisfaction and performance excellence for the logistics industry. Southwest Airlines… Read the full press release

Estonian Air flights at St. Petersburg Pulkovo Airport to be served at Terminal T1 starting from 7 December 2013

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Starting from 7 December 2013, Estonian Air flights are served at St. Petersburg Pulkovo Airport International Flights Terminal T1 (earlier at Terminal T2). Terminal T1 is newly modernized terminal which offers more convenient possibilities for passengers of connecting flights. Tallinn, Estonia, 2013-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Check-in for the flights departing from Tallinn can be done via Estonian… Read the full press release

Air Partner organised six flights to carry 600 tonnes of aid to Typhoon Haiyan victims in Philippines

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Air Partner organises six flights to the Philippines Containing 600 tonnes of aid and supplies to support the aid effort London, UK, 2013-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air Partner, a Royal Warrant Holder and leading provider of aviation charter services to industry, commerce and governments worldwide, is working with aid agencies to transport emergency supplies to the Philippines… Read the full press release

Dubai-based flydubai continues to challenge conventions within the aviation industry

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai-based flydubai shows no signs of slowing down as it continues to challenge conventions within the aviation industry. The carrier, which has become a household name in the region, added a number of milestones this year making it one of the fastest growing airlines in the region. Ahead of the Dubai… Read the full press release

Jet Airways operated Flight of Fantasy for underprivileged and those with special needs on children’s day

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Operates joy ride for over 125 children from NGOs ASEEMA, Karuna Sharan, Muktangan and Save the Children India Mumbai, India, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier airline celebrated Children’s Day by operating a Flight of Fantasy S2 9805 in Mumbai for underprivileged and those with special needs. As part of its annual community service, Jet… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines short-haul fleet to feature new cabin design

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All aircraft in Austrian short-haul fleet given new cabin fittings and design 3,119 seats furnished in new leather upholstery in prestigious grey with red accents Entire Austrian Airlines fleet now flying with new cabin and unified appearance Vienna, Austria, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Austrian Airlines has finished refurnishing and redesigning all its Fokker and Dash 8-400 aircraft…. Read the full press release

AIR CHINA’s Quality Ranking downgraded to 3-Star Airline status by Skytrax

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London,  UK, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — China’s flag carrier airline, AIR CHINA has seen it’s Quality Ranking downgraded to 3-Star Airline status with effect from November 2013 in the latest review of airline standards by aviation research organisation, Skytrax. “In the period 2009-2011, we witnessed considerable improvement in Air China quality standards, which resulted in the airline achieving 4-Star Airline status… Read the full press release

Bahrain Airport Company hosted Air Cargo Working Group meeting at its headquarters in Muharraq

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — In line with its’ continuous efforts in managing Bahrain International Airport (BIA) as a world-class airport and enhancing operations’ proficiency, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) recently hosted the Air Cargo Working Group meeting at the company’s headquarter in Muharraq. Manager of Cargo at BAC Mr. Robert Mills was introduced during the meeting… Read the full press release

London Gatwick Airport reported for more than 3.1 million passengers in October 2013

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More than 3.1 million passengers passed through London Gatwick in October Passengers flying to Europe increased by 5.6% and to long haul destinations by 3.3% Norwegian announced three new routes to the US, including New York London, UK, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — October 2013 traffic performance summary Month Moving Annual Total Growth Nov-12 Nov-11 Growth Oct-13 Oct-12… Read the full press release

New twice weekly flights to Cyprus Larnaka International Airport from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) now in operation

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Liverpool, United Kingdom, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Passengers arriving at Cyprus Larnaka International Airport on easyjet’s inaugural flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) last weekend, were met with a typical Cypriot welcome. Hermes Airports organised a hospitality event for the passengers of the flight in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. Passengers were given a warm… Read the full press release

Oslo Airport (OSL) increases the number of intercontinental flights

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Oslo Airport offers more and more direct flights to destinations on other continents. Oslo, Norway, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ever since Oslo Airport (OSL) opened in 1998, increasing the number of intercontinental flights to and from the airport has been a priority. By ‘intercontinental flights’ we mean those that last more than six hours and serve destinations… Read the full press release

BUD Gallery exhibition space opens at Budapest Airport

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Budapest, Hungary, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport inaugurated an exhibition space along the corridor linking the arrivals levels of Terminals 2A and 2B. The exhibition area, called BUD Gallery, will primarily be used to accommodate photography exhibitions. First to be displayed are a series of photographs depicting the works of contemporary Hungarian jewelry designers. The new… Read the full press release

London Gatwick Airport announced that Air China will continue operating direct summer 2014 services between Gatwick and Beijing

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Air China to continue its London Gatwick – Beijing service into Summer 2014 Gatwick plays an important role in broadening the UK’s connections to key trading routes London, UK, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — London Gatwick Airport announced today that Air China will continue operating direct services between Gatwick and Beijing into summer 2014. The airline began operating… Read the full press release

South African Airways to discontinue own flights to Buenos Aires and will serve Argentinean market through partnerships

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Johannesburg,  South Africa, 2013-11-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — South African Airways (SAA), the South African national carrier, announced its full commitment to continue providing travel options to and from Argentina. Although SAA will discontinue its own operated flights to Buenos Aires on the 28th of March next year, SAA customers will still be able to travel between both… Read the full press release

IATA called on governments to adopt and adhere to global air transport safe, efficient and sustainable standards

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Doha, Qatar, 2013-11-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to adopt and adhere to global standards that are necessary for the safe, efficient and sustainable operation of the global air transport system. “Aviation has changed the world for the better. This year airlines will carry over three billion passengers and 50… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines и British Airways объявляют о расширении код-шерингового соглашения

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Москва, Россия, 2013-11-7 — /travelprnews.com/ — S7 Airlines и British Airways, участники глобального авиационного альянсаoneworld®, объявляют о расширении код-шерингового соглашения, которое предусматривает выполнение совместных рейсов из Москвы в Лондон. Теперь пассажирам S7 Airlines доступны три ежедневных рейса между Москвой и Лондоном (аэропорт Хитроу), которые выполняются на современных комфортабельных воздушных судах British Airways – Boeing 767 и Boeing… Read the full press release

The GBTA Foundation unveiled the new GBTA Airline Crew-Hotel Request for Proposal (RFP)

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New RFP Global Format Ensures Greater Accuracy and Time Savings  Alexandria, VA, 2013-11-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — The GBTA Foundation, the research and education arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), today unveiled the new GBTA Airline Crew-Hotel Request for Proposal (RFP). The new Airline Crew-Hotel RFP is prepared in a global, standard format and is available… Read the full press release

Emirates launched services to Sialkot, its fifth destination in Pakistan

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Airline connects with its fifth destination in Pakistan  Dubai, U.A.E., 2013-11-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places today launched services to Sialkot, its fifth destination in Pakistan. Emirates will operate four weekly flights with an Airbus A330-200 aircraft in a two-class configuration, offering 54 seats in Business Class and 183 in Economy… Read the full press release

FAA’s Christa Fornarotto to present Sustainability Guidance for airports at 6th Annual Airports Going Green Conference Nov. 12-14, 2013 in Chicago

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Chicago, Il, United States, 2013-11-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation is pleased to announce that FAA Associate Administrator for Airports, Christa Fornarotto, will join us at this year’s Airports Going Green conference to present Sustainability Guidance for airports. The Airports Going Green Conference will be held on November 12-14, 2013 at the Chicago Mart… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways named “Best Business Class” at Business Traveller Awards 2013 (UK edition)

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London, UK, 2013-11-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways has been named as “Best Business Class” at the high profile Business Traveller Awards 2013 (UK edition), which was held in London at The Royal Garden Hotel, on 15th October. The Business Traveller Awards are based on votes by readers of the magazine with the results authenticated by an… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways announced 4 weekly non-stop flights to Hangzhou, China beginning 20 December 2013

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Four Weekly Non-Stop Services to Capital of Zhejiang Province 7th Destination to China Begins 20th December DOHA, Qatar, 2013-11-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways announced it will begin flights to Hangzhou, China beginning 20 December 2013. The non-stop service from Doha to Hangzhou, the capital city of Zhejiang Province, will fly four-times-weekly. “This year we celebrate 10… Read the full press release

The International Air Transport Association calls for global partnership to enhance aviation security

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Istanbul, Turkey, 2013-11-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for a partnership between industry, governments and regulators to enhance aviation security by embracing a globally harmonized, risk-based system. “Aviation security stands at a crossroads. Global passenger numbers will be approaching four billion per year by 2017, and the ageing systems and outdated procedures… Read the full press release

FC Arsenal’s German stars beat their English team-mates in double-decker Emirates A380 landing challenge

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Arsenal’s German stars compete to land an A380 London, UK, 2013-11-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Three of Arsenal’s German players, Lukas Podolski, Per Mertesacker and Mesut Özil have triumphed after tackling a challenge from their English team-mates to land a double-decker Emirates A380. But don’t worry, it was all safely done in a brand new state of the… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Cargo to begin scheduled dedicated freighter services to four new destinations – Beirut, Madrid, Paris and Tbilisi

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DOHA, Qatar, 2013-11-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways Cargo has announced it will begin scheduled dedicated freighter services to four new destinations: Beirut (Lebanon); Madrid (Spain); Paris (France); and Tbilisi (Georgia); while increasing frequency to Seoul (South Korea) and increasing capacity on its Oslo (Norway) route. “The next few months will prove to be yet another exciting… Read the full press release

Alaska Air Group released its October and year-to-date operational results

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Seattle, WA, United States, 2013-11-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported October and year-to-date operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below. ALASKA AIRLINES – MAINLINE Alaska reported a 3.8 percent increase in traffic on a 5.1 percent increase in… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines launched inaugural flights to Memphis, Tenn., Pensacola, Fla. and Richmond, Va.

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Brings Southwest’s Low Fares and Legendary Customer Service Dallas, TX, United States, 2013-11-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) launched new flights this weekend in three cities that join the carrier’s network through previously established service by wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways.  The new routes complete a plan to bring Southwest Airlines service to all domestic… Read the full press release

Air Partner and Eclipse-Reisen organized Comet ISON observation flight on board the airberlin Boeing 737-800

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Berlin, Germany, 2013-11-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — When Comet ISON streaks across the skies of Central Europe on 8th December 2013, a group of amateur astronomers will take off on a very special observation flight as dawn breaks. The flight is due to last around two hours and should provide extremely clear views of the comet. Organised… Read the full press release

The Calgary Airport Authority calls on Calgarians for ideas on how to celebrate the new runway opening

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The Airport is asking Calgarians for ideas on how to celebrate the new runway opening Calgary, Canada, 2013-11-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today the Calgary Airport Authority announced the launch of the 30 Days, 300 Ideas campaign. Between now and Nov. 27, 2013, Calgarians can submit their ideas on how they would like to celebrate the launch of… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Airways opened The Bridge, the airline’s sixth passenger lounge at Hong Kong International Airport

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Hong Kong, 2013-11-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today opened The Bridge, the airline’s sixth passenger lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), following nine months of construction. The newly opened 2,567-square-metre lounge, conveniently located on Level 5 of the West Concourse at HKIA, near Gate 35, offers First and Business Class passengers an inviting environment of understated… Read the full press release