Airlines
IATA, A4A Launch Baggage Tracking Campaign
A new year-long global campaign aimed at reducing mishandled bags, in addition to increasing efficiency in baggage operations, has been launched by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Airlines for America (A4A). Annually, more than four billion bags are carried by airlines globally. While less than 0.43% do not arrive with their owners, the industry is determined to do even better and has agreed to Resolution 753 (R753). By June 2018, airlines have committed to being able to track a bag when it is accepted at the airport, loaded on to the aircraft, transferred to the...
More Fun In The Sun With WestJet’s New Routes
Impending WestJet Calgary-Belize service was just one of several flight announcements made by the airline yesterday (July 24). The new non-stop weekly service, effective Nov. 3, is part of WestJet's seasonal schedule for the winter of 2017-18, which includes more flights from Calgary to Vancouver, Toronto, Fort McMurray, Kelowna, Brandon, Grande Prairie, Kitchener, Los Angeles, Houston, Phoenix, Palm Springs, Cancun and Cabo San Lucas. “WestJet will increase service from Calgary by 52 weekly flights this winter,” said Brian Znotins, WestJet vice-president, network planning,...
Sunwing Adds Flights To Cayo Coco From YYB And YXU
With the addition of new Sunwing flight service to Cayo Coco from both North Bay and London, Ont., flying to the Cuban destination is about to get more convenient for some travellers looking to escape the cold. The airline kicks-off flights to Cayo Coco, Cuba from London, Ont. on Wednesdays between Dec.20 to March 28, 2018, while Sunwing will also be returning to North Bay for a sixth consecutive season with the addition of new weekly flight service on Wednesdays between Dec. 20 and March 21, 2018. “We're excited to be adding Cayo Coco to our growing list of sun destinations...
Air France Introduces Joon
Air France has unveiled plans for a new “boutique” airline for millennials, Joon, which will start operating medium-haul flights from Paris-Charles de Gaulle this fall, followed by long-haul flights in summer 2018. Joon is aimed at a young working clientele, millennials (18- to 35-year-olds), whose lifestyles revolve around digital technology. The new brand has been designed “to meet their requirements and aspirations, with an authentic and connected offering that stands out in the world of air transport.” According to officials, Joon will not be a low-cost airline as it...
TAP Goes Retro
In a one-of-a-kind event, passengers embarking on TAP's “Portugal” Airbus A330 aircraft July 14 took a trip back to the 1970s. As part of celebrations for its 72 years in the business, TAP invited passengers onboard its retro-styled “Portugal” aircraft heading to Toronto to go back to the glamorous, glorious days of flying in the 1970s. The cabin crew received passengers wearing one of the most emblematic company uniforms, designed by French stylist Louis Féraud. The interior of the cabin, the headrests, meals and even the inflight entertainment were intended to take...
Sunwing Adds New Fredericton Lift
Sunwing is increasing its direct flight service to a total of four vacation destinations from Fredericton this coming winter including the new destinations of Punta Cana, Cayo Coco, Cayo Santa Maria. Plus, the tour operator will be bringing back the perennial favourite Mexican destination of Cancun. Punta Cana, known for its dazzling white-sand beaches, world-class golf and abundance of water sports, will be the first Dominican Republic destination to be offered from Fredericton by the tour operator. The weekly flight service will run from Feb. 14 until May 9, 2018. In addition,...
Air Canada Helping Kids
The Air Canada Foundation's sixth annual golf tournament netted over $1,100,000 in support of organizations focused on health and well-being of children in Canada. The tournament was held on July 10 at the Saint Raphaël Golf Club, Québec and featured close to 300 golfers from across North America. It included a full day of golf followed by a cocktail-style dinner, silent and live auctions of items donated by tournament partners and Air Canada Foundation supporters. Priscille LeBlanc, chair of the Air Canada Foundation, said: “The overwhelming generosity of Air Canada's partners...
Still Time To Win With Star Alliance
For those who'd like to know what it's like to win a million frequent flyer miles, time is running out. There's less than three weeks left to share a photo and a story about your favourite cultural experience for a chance to become a mileage millionaire. In all, 21 winners will be selected – one from each Star Alliance Frequent Flyer Program (FFP). To participate, just log on to http://www.staralliance.com/mileagemillionaire and select the Star Alliance FFP in which you wish to win the million miles. If you are not yet a member of a Star Alliance FFP, simply sign up and receive...