An Airbus Air France A380 with the 80th anniversary livery took off last night to Johannesburg in South Africa. The superjumbo, whose special livery was painted in partnership with Airbus, was exclusively unveiled at Paris-Charles de Gaulle in the presence of 200 Air France staff. France, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two Air France aircraft will sport this… Read the full press release
Starting 30 March 2014, Air France will operate a new daily service to Jakarta, as a continuation of the Singapore flight, on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle. France, 2013-10-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Flights will be operated by Boeing 777-300 equipped with 303 seats, including 8 in the La Première cabin, 67 in Business, 28 in Premium Economy… Read the full press release
2013-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — At the IFTM-Top Resa fair for travel and tourism professionals, Air France is unveiling its new offer of products and services in the Premium Economy and Economy cabins. The first stage of the move upmarket for all Air France customers, it will be followed in 2014 by the new La Première and… Read the full press release
On 20 September, coinciding with the 3rd Gastronomic festival, Thibaut Ruggeri presents his gourmet creations to Air France customers in the Business lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. Starting from 1st October and for a period of 6 months, this new Chef will sign five dishes for Business class customers on long-haul flights. This is the… Read the full press release
2013-09-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — This morning as planned, Air France management presented an update on Transform 2015 to the Central Works Council. Air France’s recovery has begun and Transform 2015 is taking effect. In the first half, the implementation of measures led operating income to increase by 100 million euros. However, in 2013, the Air France… Read the full press release
First European airline to serve Shanghai by Airbus A380 Three weekly flights on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai-Pudong by Airbus A380 516 passengers on board and optimum comfort in all cabin classes 2013-09-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Starting today, Air France now offers customers three weekly flights to Shanghai-Pudong by Airbus A380, becoming the first European… Read the full press release
Expedia Affiliate Network brings retail expertise and superior inventory to revitalise Air France’s hotel offering. PARIS, France, 2013-09-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expedia, Inc., one of the world’s largest online travel companies, today announced that Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN), the private-label arm of the company, has signed a new partnership agreement with Air France. The collaboration will see… Read the full press release
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — From 2 July to 15 September 2013, Air France is offering flights from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to a new destination in Iraq, thanks to a codeshare agreement with Middle East Airlines (MEA), a member of the SkyTeam alliance. Air France customers traveling to Lebanon may, on arrival in Beirut, take a connection… Read the full press release
Enhances premium travel experience, delivers synergies for SkyTeam members in Istanbul ISTANBUL, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, today opened its new lounge at Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport. The lounge is available to Elite Plus, First and Business Class customers flying from the airport on any of the alliance’s 10 airlines that serve… Read the full press release
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pp to 17 july, Air France music is organizing the “Phoenix in the sky” competition on its mobile app, with a trip to new york to be won. To celebrate the release of the new album by Phoenix, the best known French rock band, Air France Music is offering the opportunity to… Read the full press release
2013-07-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — To coincide with the busy summer holiday period, Air France is placing entertainment at the heart of the trip for customers on its long-haul routes. The Company is now offering passengers the opportunity to enjoy the full in-flight entertainment offer as soon as they board to when they arrive at their destination…. Read the full press release
2013-07-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — In her speech, State Secretary Mansveld remarked on Mr Hartman’s passion, saying: “This is what they mean when they say that someone has a ‘blue heart’, with kerosene running through his veins.” The state secretary went on acknowledge the role Mr Hartman had played in the merger between Air France and KLM,… Read the full press release
Since 14 June 2013, Air France has been transporting atmospheric measuring equipment on board an Airbus A340. By participating in the IAGOS project, the Company is demonstrating its ambition to improve awareness about the impact of air transport on the environment. 2013-06-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — The European project IAGOS (In-service Aircraft for a Global Observing System)… Read the full press release
2013-06-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Flying Blue, the frequent flyer programme of Air France, KLM, HOP!, Tarom, Kenya Airways, Air Europa and Aircalin, is launching “Mr Miles catch him and fly”, an online discovery game supported by the social networks. OVER 3 MILLION MILES UP FOR GRABS The principle of the game is simple: explore the world… Read the full press release
SkyTeam Increases Presence in Greater China, Underscores Position as Region’s Leading Airline Alliance AMSTERDAM, 2013-06-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer SkyTeam is offering 26,833 weekly flights to, from and within the Greater China region, an increase of 26% in frequencies over last year. SkyTeam, which has four airlines from the region: China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern and Xiamen Airlines,… Read the full press release
2013-06-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France is enhancing its offer of services adapted to the needs of its disabled and reduced-mobility passengers. From the time they make their booking to the time they arrive at their destination, Air France does all it can to make their trip easier. Since the beginning of May 2013, the SAPHIR service for… Read the full press release
– New destinations just waiting to be discovered on the Air France network – A la Carte menus, inflight entertainment and new online assistance are just some of the products and services that will delight all our passengers DISCOVERING NEW HORIZONS 2013-06-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer, Air France is flying to new destinations in Malaysia,… Read the full press release
2013-05-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today Air France and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will operate their first inflight connectivity flights with Wi-Fi on board. The new service will allow customers to remain connected with the world by being able to send text messages and e-mails and surf the internet during their flight. On our specially designed inflight… Read the full press release
AN 8,000-TON REDUCTION IN ANNUAL CO2 EMISSIONS THANKS TO LIGHTER AIRCRAFT 2013-05-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — In April 2013, Air France completed the renewal of its 3,650 hold baggage containers on its long-haul aircraft (Airbus A380, A340, A330, Boeing 777 and 747). These new, lighter containers reduce the overall weight of the aircraft before and during the… Read the full press release
2013-05-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France and Cyprus Airways are enhancing their cooperation to offer a total of 20 daily code-share flights on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Cyprus and Greece. This new agreement offers customers a wider choice of seamless travel solutions. Thanks to this new code-share agreement, Air France will now offer flights operated… Read the full press release
2013-04-29— /travelprnews.com/ — As from 2 September, Air France will offer its customers three weekly services to Shanghai-Pudong by Airbus A380. Air France will therefore become the first European airline to serve the Chinese economic capital by A380. On board its Airbus A380, Air France offers customers four cabin classes (La Première, Business, Premium Economy and… Read the full press release
2013-04-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — As from 25 April 2013, Air France is extending its range of Mini fares to Europe on another 81 routes and is offering fares starting at €49* for travel as from 5 June 2013. With this range of fares which is available throughout the year, customers will have the choice between the… Read the full press release
2013-04-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Air France is launching a new service to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia served with three weekly flights on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle. This night-flight service will be operated by Boeing 777-200 equipped with 246 seats, including 4 in Première, 48 in Business, 24 in Premium Economy and 170 in Economy, offering… Read the full press release
2013-04-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — A trip in Air France’s La Première cabin is a promise of a unique, exclusive and personalized travel experience. From the time they arrive at the airport to their welcome on board and the handling of their baggage, La Première customers benefit from constant attention throughout their trip. As from April 2013,… Read the full press release
2013-04-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Air France launches its new world exclusive “AF Press” app, offering its French travel saver card users* equipped with an iPad the possibility to download free of charge a selection of magazines and newspapers onto their tablet. AN EXTENDED PRESS OFFER THANKS TO THE AF PRESS APP! Each year, Air France… Read the full press release