Category Archives: Flights

Christchurch Airport welcomes Qantas extra flights between Christchurch and Brisbane over the coming summer

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CHRISTCHUCH, New Zealand, 2015-8-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Strong demand for the South Island has seen Qantas add extra flights through the main gateway, Christchurch Airport, over the coming summer. South Island travellers will have the choice of an extra 48 return services between Christchurch and Brisbane and 15 return services between Christchurch and Sydney…. Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International, Singapore Tourism Board and Changi Airport Group to promote cruising out of Singapore and attract the largest number of overseas fly-cruise guests

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SINGAPORE, 2015-8-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has signed a first-ever multi-million dollar marketing collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Changi Airport Group (CAG) to promote cruising out of Singapore and, in turn, attract the cruise line’s largest number of overseas fly-cruise guests here. The tripartite collaboration – which runs… Read the full press release

ALPA: Pilot leaders at Envoy Air re-elected current officers to serve additional two-year terms beginning September 8, 2015

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QUEENS, N.Y., 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Pilot leaders at Envoy Air, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), re-elected their current officers to serve additional two-year terms beginning September 8, 2015. Continuing to serve on behalf of their pilots as Envoy Air Master Executive Council (MEC) officers are:  Capt. Sam Pool, chairman; Capt…. Read the full press release

Iberia, the Spanish UNICEF Committee and Amadeus raised more than 350,000 euros in small donations by Iberia customers

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MADRID, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia, the Spanish UNICEF Committee and Amadeus, the travel reservations system, have raised more tan 350,000 euros in small donations by Iberia customers booking their tickets online. A platform developed by Amadeus enables customers to make donations of between three and 20 euros to UNICEF when they buy… Read the full press release

S7 Airlines, the Bank of Moscow and VISA launch new co-branded reward card “S7-Bank of Moscow-VISA Signature”

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, the Bank of Moscow and VISA international payment system launched a new co-branded reward card “S7-Bank of Moscow-VISA Signature”. Card holders automatically become members of the S7 Priority frequent flyer programme. Registered loyalty programme members can link their existing… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport saw 6.1% YoY increase in passengers flying in July with a record-breaking 2,557,327 people travelled through the airport

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Wet weather on 23 of July’s 31 days sees exodus of 2.5 million sun-seekers Flights to America at an all-time high MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The airport saw a 6.1% year-on-year increase in passengers flying in July, after Manchester and the North of England experienced a rain-drenched start to the busy… Read the full press release

SFO launches trivia contest to celebrate the launch of new Copa Airlines service from SFO to Panama City, Panama

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Trivia contest will award two grand prizes; each winner will receive a pair of roundtrip tickets to Panama City, Panama SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced a trivia contest to celebrate the launch of new Copa Airlines service from SFO to Panama City, Panama on September 17,… Read the full press release

London Gatwick announced 2.5 years of consecutive month-on-month traffic growth and achieved its busiest ever July with 4.3 million passengers travelling through the airport

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Gatwick’s 2.5 years of consecutive growth far outstrips Airports Commission forecasts 4.3 million passengers pass through the airport in July, +6.4% on previous year Gatwick CEO Stewart Wingate said: “These results put us ten years ahead of the forecasts used by the Airports Commission to predict future air traffic movements and how that relates to… Read the full press release

The new Eurowings all set for successful launch of its attractively-priced long-haul services as its ticket sales off to a promising start

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Cologne, Germany, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The new Eurowings looks all set for a successful launch of its attractively-priced long-haul services. Three months ahead of its first such flights – to the Caribbean, Thailand and Dubai – Lufthansa’s new budget-fare subsidiary reports promising booking levels. “As the customer demand confirms, what we’re offering… Read the full press release

Alaska announced steep discounts on popular routes throughout North America as part of its annual fall fare sale

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One-way fares as low as $59 through Aug. 17* SEATTLE, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska’s annual fall fare sale kicks off today, with steep discounts on popular routes throughout North America. One-way fares start at $59 and include new and popular destinations like Albuquerque, New Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and Honolulu, Hawaii.* Visit www.alaskaair.com to… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines flew 11.5 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in July 2015; 8.2% increase vs July 2014

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DALLAS, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today reported its July and year-to-date preliminary traffic statistics. The Company flew 11.5 billion revenue passenger miles (RPMs) in July 2015, an 8.2 percent increase from the 10.6 billion RPMs flown in July 2014. Available seat miles (ASMs) increased 7.0 percent to… Read the full press release

Qantas to add more than 140 flights between December and February to New Zealand, Jakarta and Singapore

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More than 140 additional seasonal services Return to Wellington and Christchurch from Brisbane Daily Perth to Singapore service SYDNEY, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas today announced it will add more than 140 flights between December and February to New Zealand, Jakarta, and Singapore to cater for strong demand during the upcoming summer holiday… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines carried more than 1.1 million passengers in July 2015; 3% up YoY

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• Intercontinental flight traffic in July 2015: 6.0 percent more passengers • European routes in July 2015: number of passengers rise by 2.4 percent • Capacity utilization surpasses the 80 percent threshold, rising to 85.3 percent VIENNA, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — In July 2015, Austrian Airlines carried more than 1.1 million passengers, corresponding… Read the full press release

Cebu Pacific becomes the largest carrier to operate flights on the Manila – Sydney route

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Posts 42% market share in May PASAY CITY, Philippines, 2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), emerged as the largest carrier to operate flights on the Manila – Sydney route. For May alone, CEB carried 11,018 passengers, 42% more than the next largest airline on the route, according to… Read the full press release

The British Microlight Aircraft Association granted ‘A8-26’ approval by the UK Civil Aviation Authority

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LONDON, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The British Microlight Aircraft Association (BMAA) has been granted ‘A8-26’ approval by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) which delegates greater responsibility for airworthiness oversight of recreational ‘Permit to Fly’ microlights and amateur built very light aeroplanes (VLA). The move, which will allow the BMAA to develop a… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways reopen its newly refurbished First and Business Class Lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport’s Terminal 1

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ABU DHABI, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways has officially reopened its newly refurbished First and Business Class Lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport’s Terminal 1. The upgraded facility measures an impressive 1,044 m² with seating for 134 guests and boasts stylish design elements inspired by the airline’s new branding and image. Shane O’Hare,… Read the full press release

Auckland International Airport’s 2015 annual meeting will be held on Thursday 22 October 2015 at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland International Airport Limited advises that the company’s 2015 annual meeting will be held at 2.00 pm on Thursday 22 October 2015 at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau. The closing date for nominations by shareholders of directors to be considered for election at the annual… Read the full press release

Dubai-based flydubai will commence new passenger services from Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC)

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flydubai will operate 70 flights per week during winter schedule Increased capacity will benefit both business and leisure passengers Greater choice and convenience for passengers living across the Emirate of Dubai Dubai, UAE, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based flydubai announced today that it will commence new passenger services from Al Maktoum International at Dubai World… Read the full press release

easyJet celebrated its 35 millionth passenger to and from Liverpool John Lennon Airport; rewarded two lucky travellers with a pair of return flights

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LIVERPOOL, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK and Liverpool’s leading airline has celebrated carrying its 35 millionth passenger to and from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. In celebration of this milestone, easyJet rewarded the two lucky travellers with a pair of return flights. The airline which now offers 30 routes from LJLA celebrated with… Read the full press release

LATAM Airlines Group to unify its brands under one name: “LATAM”

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Santiago, Chile, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — LATAM Airlines Group to unify its brands under one name: “LATAM” Dear Shareholders: It is a pleasure to communicate with you today to share that after three years of intense work following the association of LAN Airlines and TAM Airlines, during which we made great strides in achieving… Read the full press release

oneworld® member S7 Airlines becomes general sponsor of the Russian Aerobatic Gliding Team

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MOSCOW, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance, has now become a general sponsor of the Russian Aerobatic Gliding Team. The glider going by the name of Swift S-1, which the Russian team is to fly during the competition event, has been painted in the S7… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways celebrated expansion in Pakistan with VIP dinner featuring the launch of a community initiative

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Award-winning airline celebrates successful start of flights to Multan, Sialkot and Faisalabad Qatar Airways commemorates Pakistan expansion with Community Initiative MULTAN, Pakistan, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways hosted a signature event at the Ramada Hotel Multan, to celebrate its rapid expansion in Pakistan, with new flights launched to Multan, Sialkot and Faisalabad on… Read the full press release

CAA launches scheme to improve the skills levels of private pilots, The Pilot Recognition for Operational Up-skilling and Development (PROUD) scheme

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LONDON, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — A new scheme to improve the skills levels of private pilots has been launched today by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The initiative aims to encourage GA associations and organisations to provide ‘life-long’ learning programmes for their members and other pilots to help improve safety The Pilot… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Duty Free to open the world’s first Sephora pop up stores in an airport at Abu Dhabi International Airport

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The World’s First Airport Duty Free Sephora Store Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Duty Free, in partnership with DFS and Sephora, is set to open the world’s first Sephora pop up stores in an airport at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The stores, which will be open at Terminal… Read the full press release

Vienna Airport: Expanded security regulations come into effect with respect to checking for explosives on September 1, 2015

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Expanded Security Checks at Airports starting in the Fall 2015 VIENNA, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Security is a top priority in air traffic: On September 1, 2015, expanded security regulations come into effect with respect to checking for explosives at European and thus also Austrian airports. Passengers, hand luggage and electronic devices have… Read the full press release

Aeroflot’s budget airline Pobeda recognized as one of the top 10 airlines in a global rating published by Skyscanner

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Moscow, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot’s budget airline Pobeda has been recognized as one of the top 10 airlines in a global rating published by kyscanner, a leading airfare search engine. According to Skyscanner, Pobeda was ranked in fourth place among airlines worldwide, above leading budget airlines like Ryanair, Air Asia and Wizz Air. The rating of top airlines was compiled based upon reviews and voting from Skyscanner… Read the full press release

Jet Box convenience style store opens at The Eastern Iowa Airport

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Cedar Rapids, IA, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Convenience and options are at the core of what passengers want while waiting to board their planes. The Eastern Iowa Airport is responding by adding the Jet Box to the B concourse for their newest boarding gate. The Jet Box is a convenience style store that will offer… Read the full press release

dnata reached an agreement with Aviapartner to acquire its cargo handling operations at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata announced today it has reached an agreement with Aviapartner to acquire its cargo handling operations at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. As well as full cargo handling operations, this facility includes several specialist product lines including the Schiphol Animal Centre and Temperature Control Centre, as well as its… Read the full press release

Dubai Airports opens new facility for families at Dubai International’s Terminal 3

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Dubai, UAE, 2015-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — If you are travelling through Dubai International’s Terminal 3 with family and kids, a pleasant surprise awaits you at Concourse B’s Zen Garden where Dubai Airports has just opened a new facility for families. Located between Gates B7 and B8, the new family facility features a children’s area complete… Read the full press release

Concur announces new partnership with Lufthansa to enable business travel bookings directly

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Concur’s TripLink enables Lufthansa to meet today’s growing business travel needs ORLANDO, Fl., 2015-7-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Concur, the world’s leading provider of expense management solutions and services, today announced a new partnership with Lufthansa to enable business travel bookings directly, while still giving travel managers all of the same benefits, tools and… Read the full press release