DALLAS – 2012-09-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has been invited to speak at the Deutsche Bank 2012 Aviation and Transportation Conference. Deutsche Bank will be webcasting the audio presentation live, and a link to the webcast will be made available via the Investor Relations homepage on the Southwest Airlines website. Details of the… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Flights
airberlin: Hotline at local rates
2012-09-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests who want to book their flight, find out about Check-in procedures or pre-order their airberlin currywurst can now phone the Service Center at new local rates 24 hours a day. For travel agencies and guests in Europe, the airline operates six call centers. With success: 90 percent of all calls are… Read the full press release
CAA ensures NATS regulation is fit for the future
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today published for consultation a review of its regulation of the en route part of NATS’ air traffic control business, NERL. 2012-09-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The review examines what the CAA needs to achieve from its regulation of NERL in light of likely future changes in the market context… Read the full press release
ADAC Concludes its Staff Summer Safety and Heat Awareness Campaign
Part of ADAC’s commitment to operate at optimum safety and security standards Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2012-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its commitment to operate under optimum safety and security standards, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) ran its comprehensive summer safety and heat awareness campaign, over a period of four months, for its… Read the full press release
Hundreds attend Concessions Open House at O’Hare
CHICAGO, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport. More than 200 business owners, retailers, service providers, suppliers and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) firms participated in the event. The attendees networked and learned about concessions opportunities at Chicago’s airports. The Concessions Open House provided a valuable preview for the upcoming O’Hare Food… Read the full press release
Third Direct European Route from Blue Islands
2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Local airline Blue Islands, today announce a new direct service to Chambery for ski travel this Winter. The direct service will give travellers from Jersey the fastest access to the French Alps during the 2012 – 2013 ski season. Chambery is the most central airport in the Alps, making it the easiest… Read the full press release
Рейсы S7 Airlines во Владивостоке
2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — В связи с проведением саммита АТЭС-2012 все рейсы S7 Airlines во Владивостоке с 00:00 4 сентября до 02:00 11 сентября будут обслуживаться в терминале «В» аэропорта. ###
Southwest Airlines Takes Entertainment To New Heights
Airline Renews “Live In The Vineyard” partnership and launches national sweepstakes DALLAS – 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines™ (NYSE: LUV) celebrates its continued partnership as the Official Airline Sponsor of “Live In The Vineyard” by reintroducing the official “Live In The Vineyard”-decaled Boeing 737 airplane to its fleet and kicking off the national Getaway Sweepstakes for… Read the full press release
TRANSASIA AIRWAYS TO TAKE DELIVERY OF ITS FIRST A330 AIRCRAFT IN NOVEMBER 2012
The first of 29 new aircraft currently on order Singapore, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leading Taiwanese airline, TransAsia Airways’ fleet expansion proceeds according to plan with its first A330-300 aircraft scheduled for delivery this November. The Airline currently operates a fleet of 18 aircraft, which service a network of 46 destinations within Asia. The A330-300’s delivery… Read the full press release
Southwest Airlines Announces Executive Changes
CFO Laura Wright Announces Retirement; Tammy Romo Named as Successor DALLAS – 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today announced that its Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Laura Wright, has advised the Company of her decision to retire. Gary Kelly, Southwest’s Chairman, President, and CEO, said that Wright’s decision was accepted with profound… Read the full press release
TRANSASIA AIRWAYS REPORTS NT$4.5 BILLION REVENUE FOR FIRST HALF-YEAR 2012 FINANCIAL YEAR – UP 11.15% YEAR-ON-YEAR
1H2012 Financial Highlights: Achieved Net profit after tax of NT$45.5 million Strong cross-straits business driven by increasing number of inbound travellers from PRC Singapore, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taiwan’s leading airline TransAsia Airways, today reported its financial performance for the first half of 2012 ended 30th June. The Airline achieved 11.15% increase in revenue with NT$4.5… Read the full press release
New EVA Cargo Mobile App Ready to Download Now, Free Software designed for use on iPhones, iPads and Androids
TAIPEI, TAIWAN, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — EVA Air Cargo is giving shippers and consignees faster, easier access to up-to-the-minute airfreight shipping and shipment status information anytime, anywhere with a brand-new app. The free EVA Air Cargo App for hand-held devices is available in four languages, English, traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese and Japanese. Users can download EVA… Read the full press release
CHICAGO O’HARE AND BIRMINGHAM BECOME SISTER AIRPORTS TO STRENGTHEN LINKS
CHICAGO, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Birmingham Airport in Birmingham, England have become Sister Airports to formalize a working relationship and commit to the development of new opportunities; particularly the reinstatement of direct flights between the two cities. At a meeting in Chicago today, members of the executive management teams from the… Read the full press release
Operational Impact of Isaac – Updated Thursday, August 30
2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thursday, August 30 – Thursday Update on Operational Impact of Hurricane Isaac As of 5pm on Thursday, Southwest and AirTran intend to resume operations at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport at noon on Friday. The suspension of service for Friday morning means Southwest will cancel approximately 23 total flights in and… Read the full press release
Dragonair Launches Flights to Zhengzhou
HONG KONG, 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dragonair today announced that it will launch a new scheduled service to Zhengzhou on 8 January 2013, offering more travel choices and greater convenience for passengers travelling between Hong Kong and Mainland China. The new daily service will be operated by Airbus A320 aircraft. Zhengzhou will be the ninth destination… Read the full press release
Be part of Newquay Cornwall Airport 2012 Passenger Survey today!
Win a bottle of Camel Valley Sparkling Wine 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tell us about your experiences at the airport and be entered in to the prize draw to win a bottle of Camel Valley Sparkling Wine. To start the survey paste the link below in to your internet browser https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NQYS12 Terms and Conditions: All names and… Read the full press release
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Receives FAA Grant
$4 million in grants to reconstruct taxiway infrastructure MESA, Ariz., 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gateway Airport received a grant from the Federal Aviation Administration to fund the Taxiway Papa Reconstruction project. FNF Construction was awarded the construction contract. “Investing in new and upgraded facilities at Gateway Airport is one of the most important factors in creating economic… Read the full press release
“Baobab: Tree of Generations” exhibit takes root at Hartsfield-Jackson
ATLANTA, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The baobab tree, also known as the “tree of life,” has taken root in a new art exhibit at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The tree, made famous in movies such as Disney’s “The Lion King,” is prominently featured in “Baobab: Tree of Generations,” an exhibit of work by Canadian photographer Elaine… Read the full press release
Jazzing It Up At O’Hare and Midway for Labor Day Weekend
CHICAGO, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — If you’re traveling through O’Hare or Midway International Airports over the next two days, be sure to stop by the entertainment stages in the terminals for a preview of this weekend’s Chicago Jazz Festival. Local jazz bands will entertain passengers tomorrow, August 30 and Friday, August 31 between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. The entertainment lineup on… Read the full press release
NEW POLICY GOOD NEWS FOR THE SOUTH ISLAND
2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today’s new International Air Transport Policy Statement is being described by Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) as a significant change in thinking. One aspect of the new policy gives favourable consideration to airlines offering new services to and from Christchurch, to assist with the region’s recovery from the earthquakes. “That aspect alone… Read the full press release
REMAINING OPEN HOUSE/PUBLIC MEETING SET FOR WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29, FOR LAX SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT STUDY DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
Los Angeles, California, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The remaining open house/public meeting scheduled by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to enable interested parties to obtain information and comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR) for the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Specific Plan Amendment Study (SPAS) will be held Wednesday, August 29, 2012 from… Read the full press release
Aerolíneas Argentinas Joins SkyTeam
Alliance welcomes first South American airline as 18th member, continues to focus on finding growth opportunities on the continent Buenos Aires, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, today welcomes Aerolíneas Argentinas as its 18th member. The national airline of Argentina – South America’s second largest economy – Aerolíneas Argentinas becomes SkyTeam’s first South American… Read the full press release
Island Aviation Services Ltd to Start New Routes in November 2012
2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Island Aviation Services Ltd is to start new direct routes to Mumbai Chennai and Dhaka in November this year and direct flights to New Delhi in April 2013 as part of the company’s regional expansion. For a successful operation Island Aviation Services Ltd plans to add an Airbus A320 into our fleet…. Read the full press release
1.5 Million Travelers Expected At Chicago’s Airports For Busy Labor Day Holiday
CHICAGO, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is ready to welcome travelers as the busy 2012 summer travel season draws to a close this Labor Day weekend. Airlines at both O’Hare and Midway International Airports anticipate nearly 1.5 million passengers to travel through the airports beginning today, August 29 through Tuesday, September 4. At O’Hare, the busiest day is anticipated… Read the full press release
IATA: Growth Slows Again in July
Geneva, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global traffic results for July showing slower growth in both air travel and freight, but with considerable variation by region and market. July passenger demand in aggregate was 3.4% higher than the same month last year, compared to a 6.3% increase in June and… Read the full press release
Spirit Airlines Announces New Service Between Chicago and Houston
CHICAGO, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spirit Airlines today announced it will add new daily nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Houston/Bush Intercontinental Airport. The new route will launch on October 4, 2012. The daily flights will depart from Chicago O’Hare at 8:35 p.m. and arrive to Houston at 11:19 p.m.The flight from Houston will depart each day at 6:15 a.m. and arrive in Chicago at 8:52 a.m. The arrival/departure times will change… Read the full press release
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT HELPS BRING COUNSELLING SERVICE TO THE STREETS OF EAST BELFAST
2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — With debt and financial worries becoming an ever-increasing problem, East Belfast residents can avail of a new “Money Matters” counselling service, thanks to the George Best Belfast City Airport Community Fund. The funding, awarded to East Belfast Community Counselling by the Community Fund which sees the airport fine airlines for operating late flights, has provided the… Read the full press release
Connecting Airports Conference Brings Regional Airports Together at O’Hare
CHICAGO, 2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today hosted its second “Connecting Airports Conference” at O’Hare International Airport. The day-long event brought together directors from regional airports that have connecting flights through O’Hare to meet with staff from the CDA, airlines, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Great Lakes Region, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Representatives from regional airports in South… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific appoints new Communications Head
2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced the appointment of Ms Cecilia Leung as General Manager Corporate Communication with effect from 1 September. In her new position, Ms Leung is responsible for the communication strategies of the Cathay Pacific Group and oversees all public and media relations, public affairs, general communication issues and corporate… Read the full press release
airberlin Help & Fly charity flight
2012-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 24th November 2012, for the 15th year in succession, airberlin is organising the charity event “Help & Fly” to mark the 25th World AIDS Day. All the proceeds will be donated to the AIDS relief project in Dusseldorf (AIDS-Hilfe Düsseldorf e.V.). Over the past 14 years, this remarkable and highly successful… Read the full press release