Airlines
WestJet Introduces Econo (Lowest)
WestJet has a basic economy fare called Econo (Lowest), aimed at travellers who are looking for low cost fares without any added amenities. According to officials, Econo (Lowest) is designed for the value-seeking guest who doesn’t travel often. For agents, WestJet has put together a handy reference guide to help navigate the new Econo (Lowest) fare – offering information from operational details to commission to fare...
Lofty Goal
The International Air transport Association (IATA) has set a goal to see one billion passengers fly on flights powered by a mix of jet fuel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2025. This aspiration was identified on the 10th anniversary of the first flight to blend sustainable aviation fuel and ordinary jet fuel. On Feb. 24, 2008, a Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747 flew from London to Amsterdam with sustainable aviation fuel in one of its engines. The flight demonstrated the viability of drop-in biofuels, which can be blended with traditional jet fuel, using existing airport...
AirlinePros Named Royal Brunei Airlines’ GSA
AirlinePros has been appointed general sales and marketing agent (GSA) for Royal Brunei Airlines in Canada. “We are excited to represent Brunei’s national flag carrier,” commented AirlinePros Canada director Karl Müller. “Royal Brunei Airlines has a world-class product, consistently earning a four-star ranking from Skytrax. The airline values travel agents and offers an attractive agent incentive program. We look forward to developing commercial functions for Royal Brunei Airlines on the Canadian market, strengthening the airline’s brand engagement amongst industry leaders...
Air Transat Thanks All Big Hearts
On Feb. 14, Air Transat invited Canadians to join the conversation on social media to support its Small Change, Big Hearts program,a and following this initiative, the carrier will contribute $10,000 to its program for the benefit of SOS Children's Villages and the Children's Wish Foundation. Founded in 1949, SOS Children’s Villages is the largest charitable organization in the world working with orphaned and abandoned children. Present in 134 countries and helping more than 75,000 children, it offers children safe and nurturing homes and supports disadvantaged families with a host...
Breaking Records
Air Canada has reported record full year 2017 EBITDAR of $2.921 billion compared to the previous record full year 2016 EBITDAR of $2.768 billion, an increase of $153 million. The company had 2017 operating income of $1.364 billion compared to 2016 operating income of $1.345 billion. Adjusted pre-tax income amounted to $1.158 billion in 2017 compared to adjusted pre-tax income of $1.148 billion in 2016. On a GAAP basis, the airline reported record income before income taxes of $1.279 billion in 2017 compared to income before income taxes of $877 million in 2016. Commenting on the...
Air New Zealand Launches Emoji Travel Tips
Air New Zealand has developed an interactive online experience allowing people to explore the best New Zealand has to offer using emojis. Users will be asked to comment on Air New Zealand #EmojiJourney Facebook or Twitter posts with a combination of emojis which would best describe their perfect New Zealand getaway. This will then automatically generate a link to a personalized map of New Zealand for them, with emojis highlighting points likely to be of interest. Clicking on each of the emojis on the personalized map will provide more information about destinations and activities to...
Thanks From The Heart
Just in time for Valentine's Day, WestJet and WestJet Cares for Kids charitable partner, the David Foster Foundation, have combined forces to release a video featuring a grateful 16-year-old heart transplant recipient and urging Canadians to complete a donor registration card to become a registered organ donor. To view the video, click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=canUNC9B2mo. “WestJet Thanks: From The Heart” follows young heart transplant recipient and dancer, Alyssa, as she thanks her Fredericton, New Brunswick dance community for giving her strength and support throughout...
Transat: Calling All Big Hearts
Air Transat is celebrating Valentine’s Day in a special way this year, by helping kids in Canada and around the world with a sweet gesture through its Small Change, Big Hearts program. From midnight to 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 14, Air Transat will donate $1 for every like, comment or share on its Facebook and Instagram pages, up to $10,000. Set up in 2004, Air Transat’s Small Change, Big Hearts program aims to collect small change, in any currency, from passengers aboard its aircraft, to donate to SOS Children’s Villages and the Children’s Wish Foundation, two charities...