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Vootfly Aims to Soar Higher: Expanding its Flight Booking Services to Cover the Entire North and South American Market

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PARSIPANNY, NJ, 2023-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Vootfly, one of the world’s leading flight booking services providers with a presence in the United States market, is announcing its ambitious expansion strategy to cover the whole of North and South America. Vootfly’s strategic decision reflects its unwavering ambition to meet the changing demands of travelers and… Read the full news article

Boeing Forecasts Robust Demand for 2.3 Million Aviation Professionals in the Next 20 Years

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The 2023 Pilot and Technician Outlook forecasts China, Eurasia and North America representing more than half of demand for aviation staffing through 2042 OSHKOSH, Wis., 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — With the global commercial airplane fleet expected to double by 2042, Boeing [NYSE: BA] forecasts industry-wide demand for 2.3 million new aviation personnel over the… Read the full news article

Fiji Airways Welcomes Back Cabin Crew After Challenging Times of COVID-19 Pandemic

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National Airline thrilled to announce the return of former flight attendants Nadi, Fiji, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Fiji Airways, Fiji’s National Airline is thrilled to announce the return of Cabin Crew who were regrettably let go during the challenging times caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mr Andre… Read the full news article

Manchester Airport Shares Handy Tips for Stress-Free Travel with Babies and Young Children

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Manchester, UK, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Few things are as fun or as exciting as a family holiday, but travelling through an airport with young children can sometimes be a challenge. Millions of passengers travel through Manchester Airport every summer, many of whom will be young families taking their first trips abroad together…. Read the full news article

Kansas City International Airport Achieves Remarkable 17.5% Increase in Passenger Traffic in June 2023

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Kansas City, MO, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Kansas City Aviation Department reports that 1,093,679 passengers arrived and departed through Kansas City International Airport’s gates in June, a 17.5-percent increase from June 2022. Passenger boardings were up 17.4 percent, with a total of 541,297 boarded. Year-to-date passenger boardings are 2,736,320, up 20.3 percent…. Read the full news article

easyJet Achieves Major Milestone in its Net Zero Strategy with Over 20% of Fleet Comprising New A320neo Family Aircraft

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easyJet has taken delivery of its 67th A320neo Family aircraft this month; making over 20% of the easyJet fleet NEO-technology A320neo Family aircraft use around 15% less fuel than their equivalent predecessors, and have up to 50% noise reduction at take-off, landing and whilst taxiing easyJet has an orderbook for a further 164 A320neo Family aircraft,… Read the full news article

Contour Airlines Expands Operations with New Service from O’Hare International Airport to Three Midwest Destinations

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Tennessee-Based Carrier to Fly From O’Hare For First Time With Service to Marion, IL (MWA), Kirksville, MO (IRK) and Owensboro, KY (OWB) Chicago, IL, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Contour Airlines and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced that the regional carrier will launch new daily service next month from O’Hare International Airport… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways, British Airways, and Iberia Forge Groundbreaking Alliance, Expanding Worldwide Connectivity and Avios Benefits

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Starting 11 December 2023, Iberia will operate daily flights between Madrid and Doha, significantly increasing capacity between the two oneworld hubs Global travellers can now enjoy worldwide connectivity via Doha, London, and Madrid with increased Avios benefits DOHA, LONDON, MADRID, 2023-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways, British Airways, and Iberia, the national carriers… Read the full news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article