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Southwest Airlines Empowers Future Pilots at EAA AirVenture 2023 with Exclusive Aviation Experience

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DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines is highlighting aviation career fields and its pathway program for aspiring Pilots at EAA AirVenture 2023. As part of the outreach to the next generation of aviation professionals, the carrier is hosting a tent at the airshow offering career information and aviation-related activities. Southwest also flew a… Read the full press release

Qantas Launches Campaign to Encourage Australians to Utilize $400 Million in COVID-Era Travel Credits

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Repeat push by Qantas for people to reunite with COVID-era travel credits Double Qantas Points offer expires shortly Ad campaign rolling out in support Sydney, Australia, 2023-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas is embarking on another push to remind Australians to use around $400 million[1] in remaining COVID-era travel credits held by the airline. In… Read the full press release

Boeing Strengthens Commitment to Aerospace Safety and Sustainability by Appointing First Liaison to ICAO

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New liaison to support United Nations efforts to advance a harmonized aviation ecosystem ARLINGTON, Va., 2023-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] is deepening support of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and its efforts to promote aerospace safety, security and sustainability. The company named its first liaison to the United Nations agency,… Read the full press release

ANA Announces First Flight Schedule for Specially Painted ‘Eevee Jet NH’ Aircraft

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The specially painted aircraft “Eevee Jet NH” will operate international flights beginning August 31, 2023, with its first roundtrip between Tokyo Haneda and London Heathrow. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2023-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for ten consecutive years, announced the first flight schedule for the specially painted… Read the full press release

Oman Air Unveils ‘A Legacy in the Skies’ Exhibition Celebrating Aviation History and Brand Milestones

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Muscat, Oman, 2023-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Celebrating the history of civil aviation in Oman and its own unique journey, Oman Air has opened a first-of-its-kind exhibition at Stal Gallery in Muscat. ‘Oman Air: A Legacy in the Skies’ combines state-of-the-art multimedia, immersive displays, and an array of compelling artifacts that bring to life… Read the full press release

British Airways Trials New Digital Wayfinding Tool for London Heathrow Passengers

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British Airways is trialling new digital wayfinding technology to support customers travelling through London Heathrow Terminal 5 and Terminal 3 this summer The new technology provides connecting customers with clear instructions to help them navigate from their arrival gate to their onward departure gate With customers gearing up for summer holidays, British Airways offers advice to… Read the full press release

dnata Handles 42,000 Tonnes of Flowers Annually at Its Amsterdam Cargo Facilities

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Roses, orchids and home-grown gerbera and peonies thmost popular types of flowers amongst 42,000 tonnes handled annually at dnata’s Amsterdam Schiphol facilities Flowers arrive daily from key source markets in East Africa and South America Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2023-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, handles up… Read the full press release

IATA Announces Inaugural World Safety and Operations Conference in Hanoi, Vietnam to Drive Safer and More Efficient Aviation Operations

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the inaugural World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) will take place in Hanoi, Vietnam, 19-21 September 2023 under the theme “Leadership in Action: Driving Safer and More Efficient Operations.” Vietnam Airlines will be the host airline. The event brings together the… Read the full press release

Swissport Cyprus Extends Contract with British Airways for Airport Ground Services at Larnaca International Airport

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Larnaca, Cyprus, 2023-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissport Cyprus secured a contract extension with its long-standing partner, British Airways, for airport ground services at Larnaca International Airport (LCA). The contract, which dates to 2008, covers complete airport ground services. Swissport also offers lounge hospitality for airline’s passengers at Larnaca’s airport. Swissport, the largest airport… Read the full press release

DER Touristik and Lufthansa Group Partner to Expand Sustainable Aviation Fuel Usage in Tourism

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DER Touristik is the first major tour operator to purchase Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Lufthansa Group Contribution to the reduction of CO₂ emissions from vacation trips New offers in the DERTOUR Magalog “Conscious Travel” with SAF share for flights Cologne, Germany, 2023-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — In order to meet the challenges in… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo Sees 20% Surge in Flower Shipments for Wedding Season

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Flower shipments jump by 20% YoY as the peak period for weddings begin Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — As it warms up in the Northern Hemisphere, Emirates SkyCargo is scaling up its cool chain capacity for perishables, preparing for a busy summer season of weddings and outdoor events. As the demand for… Read the full press release

British Airways Enhances Avios Collection with Ancillary Purchases and Cash-based Rewards

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The way British Airways Executive Club Members collect Avios is transforming from 18 October 2023, offering Members a transparent, consistent and simplified way to collect Avios Under the new collection model, Members can earn up to nine Avios per £1 spent, depending on their Tier status From the same date, additional enhancements will allow Members to… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Honors the Best at Concacaf Gold Cup 2023 as Official Airline Partner

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Taking place from 24 June – 16 July, the airline celebrated the thrilling finals of this prestigious tournament, which was hosted in Canada and the U.S. Qatar Airways cabin crew were present on-ground, commemorating the finalists with their winner and runner-up medals DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways presented its world-class… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Soars to Toulouse, Expanding French Network

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The award-winning airline continues its global expansion, making Toulouse its fourth destination in France The national carrier of the State of Qatar will operate three weekly flights to Toulouse on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has begun its new direct service from Doha, Qatar to Toulouse,… Read the full press release

Emirates Becomes Main Sponsor and Official Airline of the King Salman Cup 2023

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Airline extends its connection with Saudi football through high-profile club tournament Move is in line with supporting the development of Kingdom’s fast-growing sporting industry JEDDAH, KSA, 2023-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced that it has officially signed on as the Main Sponsor and Official Airline of the King Salman Club Cup 2023…. Read the full press release

Emirates Celebrates 30 Years of Operations to Muscat, Connecting Millions of Passengers

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The airline has carried over 4.8 million passengers on the Dubai-Muscat route and facilitated global trade, uplifting over 155,000 tones of cargo Muscat, Oman, 2023-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is celebrating 30 years of operations to Muscat, Oman. Since the inaugural flight in 1993, Emirates has carried 4.8 million passengers to and from… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines Releases First DEI&B Impact Report, Highlighting Progress and Initiatives

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MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) published its first Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEI&B) Impact Report, highlighting the carrier’s efforts, opportunities and accomplishments of 2022. It celebrates the DEI&B initiatives that have led to six pioneering Spirit Resource Groups, and an activation plan to create pathways for purposeful change. “Our vision… Read the full press release

The Dearborn Brings Local Flavor to O’Hare Terminal 5

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Chicago Favorite and Women-Owned Business Brings Local Flavor to Newly-Opened Terminal Expansion Chicago, IL, 2023-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — An airport outpost of The Dearborn, a favorite local eatery in Chicago’s Loop, is coming to the newly-expanded Terminal 5 at O’Hare International Airport, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports announced…. Read the full press release

British Airways Opens Bespoke Whispering Angel Bar in Terminal 5 Lounge

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British Airways has opened its exclusive Whispering Angel rosé bar for customers travelling through its lounge at the B gates at London Heathrow Terminal 5 (Terminal 5B) The introduction of the new rosé bar marks the first phase of the airline’s refresh of the lounge The airline has also recently introduced Whispering Angel’s big brother, Rock… Read the full press release

British Airways Helps Customer Fulfill Dream of Flying Again with Service Dog

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Ahead of Disability Awareness Day, Brian Hickman travelled on his first flight in 15 years with service dog Lily to showcase that flying can be accessible for everyone British Airways carries service dogs free of charge in the cabin of all its flights and customers are able to book this service by contacting the airline’s… Read the full press release

Air Canada Unveils New Maple Leaf Lounge with Outdoor Terrace at San Francisco International Airport

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Exclusive 165-seat space located in Terminal 2, features airline’s first outdoor terrace, range of premium amenities Lounge provides elevated comfort and convenience to departing San Francisco customers 28th lounge globally with more to come, including at Newark Terminal A this week MONTREAL, CANADA, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Air Canada has opened its brand-new Maple Leaf… Read the full press release

IATA and Aviation Impact Accelerator Partner to Accelerate Aviation Sector’s Path to Net-Zero Emissions

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), an international industry-academia partnership based at the University of Cambridge, announced a collaboration to accelerate the aviation sector’s transition to net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050. The two organizations will assess the financial implications of reaching aviation’s 2050… Read the full press release

Spirit Airlines Introduces Award-Winning Self-Bag Drop with Biometric Photo-Matching at Orlando International Airport

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The Carrier’s Largest Self-Bag Drop System Launches at Orlando International Airport MIRAMAR, Fla., 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Spirit Airlines’ (NYSE: SAVE) Guests can now breeze through check-in at Orlando International Airport (MCO) with the addition of the airline’s award-winning self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching. Spirit today celebrated 30 years of service in Orlando with the… Read the full press release

Carvana Professional Pickleball Association Partners with Southwest Airlines as Official Airline and Southwest Rapid Rewards™ Priority Credit Card as Official Credit Card of the PPA Tour

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Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card from Chase named Official Credit Card of the Professional Pickleball Association Tour Carrier celebrates partnership with coveted Companion Pass for top Pickleball Pros DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Carvana Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) announced Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) as the Official Airline and the Southwest Rapid… Read the full press release

Southwest The Store Partners with HOCH.CO for Exclusive Limited-Edition Merchandise

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DALLAS, TX, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — We’re kicking off the week with a new merch drop from Southwest and a pretty cool backstory: During our 50th Anniversary celebration in 2021, Southwest® was tagged in this Instagram post by Andrew Hochradel. He had seen a photo of our original boarding passes and was inspired to create… Read the full press release

Emirates Partners with Extime to Launch Exclusive Lounge in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Terminal 1

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Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — In time for a busy summer period of travel, Emirates has partnered with Extime in Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, to offer premium travellers a new exclusively dedicated lounge space in Terminal 1, while the renovation of Terminal 2 continues. As one of the only carriers to have an… Read the full press release

Emirates Launches New UAE National Talent Development Programs under Rehlaty Strategy

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Dubai, UAE, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates reaffirms its strong commitment to its UAE National development strategy, Rehlaty, with the launch of an additional set of programmes that have been specifically designed to develop top UAE National Talent looking to start or boost their careers in the Emirates and dnata Group of companies…. Read the full press release

Emirates Launches On-Demand Regional Charter Service for Short Trips in the GCC

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DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has launched an on-demand regional charter service, offering flexibility, convenience, privacy and comfort for customers who want to make short trips in the GCC from Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Operated by the airline’s Phenom 100 twin-engine aircraft, customers can fly to a wide range… Read the full press release

Heathrow Partners with Mr. Men Little Miss to Launch Interactive Mobile Game for Young Travellers

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London, UK, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Heathrow has partnered with Mr. Men Little Miss to create a mobile game to entertain young travellers at the airport over the summer holiday period. The game features Mr. Adventure and Little Miss Explorer, characters created exclusively for Heathrow. It can be easily accessed by scanning a… Read the full press release

SITA Partners with Airports Authority of India for Technological Transformation of 43 Airports

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The deal marks the largest-ever adoption of cloud-based technologies for passenger and baggage processing amidst a booming Indian aviation market New Delhi, India, 2023-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA, the technology provider for the travel and transport industry, secured a landmark deal with Airports Authority of India to support one of the biggest growth… Read the full press release