HRH The Prince of Wales has toured British Airways’ engineering base in Cardiff

HRH The Prince of Wales has toured British Airways’ engineering base in Cardiff, seeing first-hand the changes, large and small, which the airline is making as it works towards more sustainable flying.

In front of more than 400 BA staff, His Royal Highness was shown the nose-to-tail focus on sustainability from the heavy-weight investments in new fuel-efficient aircraft, to the smallest detail of using a light-weight solder in aircraft repairs, bringing down the carbon footprint of each journey.

Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. Announces the Sales of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Georgetown and the Hilton São Paulo Morumbi for Gross Proceeds of $208 Million

Park Hotels & Resorts Inc continues at pace with its key asset disposal and confirms the sale of  the 197-room Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Georgetown and the 503-room Hilton São Paulo Morumbi for combined gross proceeds of approximately $208 million before customary closing costs and adjustments.

Ethiopian Mobile App Hits 1 Million Downloads

Ethiopian Mobile App Hits 1 Million Downloads

The number of Ethiopian Mobile App users has reached one million. With a robust and integrated digital strategy, Ethiopian has set an innovative approach to simplicity and seamless end-to-end customer experience with its user-friendly mobile App.

The multi-award winning global airline launched into a digitization journey with localized service, languages and payment options. Being a pioneering airline in Africa with the inclusion of Alipay and WeChat payment options, the App also features 38 payment options which cater to global customers. Ethiopian Mobile App enables global passengers book, pay, check-in, board as well as enjoy flight status notifications all with a single-window system and a mobile-cloud first strategy.

Radisson Hotel Group expands further in Riyadh

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of Radisson Riyadh Airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the newest addition brings the group’s portfolio to over 45 hotels, resorts and serviced apartments in operation and under development, accelerating Radisson Hotel Group’s expansion across the country.

Riyadh is the largest city and capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. King Khalid International Aiport is about 35 kilometres to the north of Riyadh city and home to Radisson’s newest hotel. As the economic and commercial capital of Saudi Arabia, the total number of passengers departing and arriving at King Khalid International Airport exceeded 26 million passengers in 2019. Located within close proximity, the hotel will be conveniently accessible from the airport and the city centre can be reached via Riyadh’s new metro system, making it an ideal location for both business and leisure travellers.

Airbus and Thales join forces to develop the Air Combat Cloud for Future Combat Air System

As part of last week’s awarding of the Phase 1A Demonstrators contract for the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), Airbus and Thales have signed an agreement for the development of the Air Combat Cloud which will enable the FCAS system of systems.

Under this agreement, Airbus and Thales will work jointly on the structural design of the Air Combat Cloud to support collaborative air operations at national and multinational levels and will perform a first phase of technology demonstrations of air combat cloud capabilities. This agreement supports the Air Combat Cloud pillar of the Demonstrator Phase 1A covering the next 18 month period and will serve as a starting point for demonstrators and technology development.

Swiss International Air Lines takes delivery of its first A320neo

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has taken delivery of its first A320neo aircraft at a delivery ceremony in Hamburg, Germany. It is the first of 25 A320neo Family aircraft ordered by Swiss International Air Lines.

The A320neo Family incorporates the very latest technologies including new-generation engines, Sharklets and cabin efficiency enablers, which together deliver 20% fuel savings. With more than 7,300 orders received from over 110 customers since its launch in 2010, the A320neo Family has captured some 60% share of the market.

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Evita Garces, American Airlines Director of Maintenance, Recognized as Top 10 Corporate Latina Executive of the Year

                   

            Evita Garces, Managing Director of Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) and the FAA-certificated Director of Maintenance for American Airlines, was recognized recently as a finalist for Latina Style’s Corporate LATINA Executive of the Year program. Out of nearly 100 nominees, Garces was one of the top 10 women nominated by her peers for being an exceptional leader and a great example for the Hispanic community and female professionals across the country.

British Airways is adding more flights to some of its most popular

Cape Town, Miami and Seattle

London- 20 February 2020: British Airways is adding more flights to some of its most popular destinations in the US and South Africa from April*.

The airline will be increasing its services from Heathrow to Miami, Seattle and Cape Town, offering those customers who want to travel during the busy spring period more flexibility.

Neil Chernoff, British Airways’ Director of Network and Alliances, said; “We know that these destinations in the US and Africa are highly sought after, particularly during Spring, so we are pleased to be able to offer more flights to these destinations for our customers who are looking to get away.”

The Embraer Phenom 300 is the World’s Most Delivered Light Jet for Eight Consecutive Years

Embraer Executive Jets delivered 51 Phenom 300 and Phenom 300E light jets in 2019, making it the most delivered light jet of the year. This is the eighth consecutive year that the Phenom 300 achieves this mark, having accrued more than 530 deliveries since entering the market in December 2009. The information was released today by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).

“Today’s delivery milestone only reinforces the success of this phenomenal aircraft platform, which recently received further performance, comfort and technology enhancements,” said Michael Amalfitano, President & CEO, Embraer Executive Jets. “Though it’s already the best-selling light jet in the world, we kicked off the new decade by making the Phenom 300E even better to achieve our fundamental goal of delivering the ultimate customer experience in business aviation.”

WestJet announces internal appointments to its Finance team

Airline names Sarah Walker, Vice-President, Financial Planning and Analysis and Jennifer Bue as Vice-President, Controller

WestJet is pleased to announce the internal appointments of Sarah Walker to the role of Vice-President, Financial Planning and Analysis and Jennifer Bue to the role of Vice-President, Controller.

Reporting to Harry Taylor, WestJet EVP, Finance & Chief Financial Officer, both positions will support execution of the airline's business and financial strategy as well as contribute to the delivery of the financial aspirations of the company.

AerCap Signs Lease Agreement with Belavia Airlines for 3 Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft

AerCap Holdings announced it has signed an agreement with Belavia - Belarusian Airlines for the lease of three new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. The aircraft are from AerCap's order book with Embraer. The first aircraft is scheduled to deliver in December 2020, with the remaining two aircraft delivering in March and April 2021.

AerCap was the launch lessor customer of Embraer's E-Jets E2 and has a total of 50 Embraer E190-E2s and E195-E2s owned and on order.   

"We are very pleased to announce the placement of three E2s with Belavia. We have a long history of working with our friends at Belavia, and we are excited to be a part of their fleet renewal plan," said Philip Scruggs, President and Chief Commercial Officer of AerCap. "With the introduction of Embraer's most advanced aircraft, Belavia will enjoy improved operating costs and versatility. We look forward to working with the Belavia and Embraer teams as these aircraft deliver."

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Making Travel Easier - United Airlines and Vistara Launch Codeshare Agreement

United Airlines and Vistara announced the start of a new codeshare agreement allowing United customers to book travel on 68 Vistara-operated flights to 26 destinations throughout India for travel beginning February 28. The codeshare builds on the agreement between the airlines in which MileagePlus and Vistara's loyalty program members earn and redeem miles when flying on either of the airline's route network. 

The United and Vistara agreement offers customers a simplified experience when planning travel between dozens of destinations throughout India including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Goa, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Udaipur, Varanasi and more.

New route to Vancouver with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul

Turkish Airlines has confirmed it will launch a new direct service from its home base of Istanbul to the vibrant and exciting Canadian city of Vancouver. 

The airline will operate three times a week using a Boeing 787-9 with a seat configuration of 30 Business class and 270 Economy class seats.

 

From June 09, 2020.

FLT NBR	START	DAYS	DEP		ARR
TK 075	09/06/2020	.2.4..7	IST	14:05	15:50	YVR
TK 076	09/06/2020	.2.4..7	YVR	17:20	14:50	IST

Fly THAI to Vietnam

From the misty mountains of Sapa in the north to the tentacles of the Mekong Delta in the south, Vietnam is home to some of South East Asia’s most arresting scenery. Its major cities are a riot of sound and colour, while its street food has rightly earned legendary status.

Vietnam’s capital is a bustling and brilliant metropolis. Centred around the sparkling Hoan Kiem Lake, it’s a city developing relentlessly, where luxury shops rub shoulders with street food stalls. The Old Quarter’s riotous roads are perfect for getting lost in, while the city’s history demands exploration at a string of fascinating museums.

Ho Chi Minh, still Saigon to the eight million people who live here, is Vietnam’s biggest city. This booming town is very easy to fall in love with. Its streets thrum with street hawkers and places to grab spectacular food, while its glitzy new tower blocks and malls make it one of Asia’s most vital destinations.

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NCD Channel Sales Now Represent 20% of Iberia’s Sales in the Spanish Market

Iberia is making great strides in implementing IATA’s new standardised NDC data transmission system for its sales, and 20% of those in the Spanish market are already made via this channel, meeting IATA’s recommended target for the end of the year.

A total of some 3,600 travel agencies are now using the Iberia NDC channel, first introduced in 2017.

Lleego Travel Market and Grupo Iris are preferred partners and 100% NDC-certified