Airlines
IATA says travellers, businesses will pay price for EU ETS revision
IATA said that it’s “deeply frustrated” by the proposed extension of the European Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) beyond Europe’s borders -- an approach, the association said “was discredited over a decade ago.” In its statement, IATA’s Director General Willie Walsh said that: “The EU is repeating a historic error. The consequences will be harmful -- sowing acrimony over extraterritoriality, slowing global decarbonization, and sapping European competitiveness -- with European travellers and businesses paying the price. The global airline industry association’s...
Air Canada, Airbus team up on Canadian SAF initiative
Air Canada and Airbus are uniting their shared commitment to aviation decarbonization. To lead the way in advancing these goals, the two aviation companies have announced their intent to establish a jointly funded Sustainability Co-Investment Platform. This agreement states a shared objective to invest up to approximately C$13.7 million (US$10 million), through the platform to support a commercial-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry in Canada. Both companies are confident that, with a supportive public policy framework in place, this investment can serve as a catalyst...
WestJet adds five new routes for winter 2026-2027
For the first time, WestJet is flying to Mérida, Mexico (MID) via its global hub at YYC Calgary International Airport. The weekly route will serve as the only non-stop connection point between the cultural capital of Yucatán and Western Canada, providing access to the rich history, famous architecture and distinct cuisine of Mexico's safest city. As well, WestJet is adding new non-stop connections between Belize City, Belize (BZE) and Winnipeg (YWG); Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ) and Winnipeg; San José del Cabo, Mexico (SJD) and Regina (YQR); as well as Liberia, Costa Rica...
VIPorter reward flights’ surcharge increased as fuel prices rise
Porter Airlines is advising that it is readjusting the fuel surcharge on VIPorter reward flights. The company notes that in June, it was able to reduce the fuel surcharge on VIPorter reward flights to $20, and was moving toward its goal of eliminating those fuel surcharges entirely. In a statement, the company said: “We truly hoped our next update would confirm that full removal. However, the global oil market has since experienced unexpected and sharp price increases.” And the statement continued: “To ensure we can continue offering the full value of your VIPorter points...
Air North now connecting Kamloops, YVR and Whitehorse
Kamloops Airport (YKA) and Air North, Yukon's Airline have announced a new twice-weekly seasonal service between Kamloops and Vancouver beginning in May 2027, with convenient one-stop connections to and from Whitehorse. By linking Kamloops with Vancouver, the new service will create additional opportunities for business travel, tourism and economic development while making it easier for visitors to explore British Columbia's Interior and the North. Air North is continuing to build Canada's best regional air network with the addition of Kamloops, British Columbia, as its newest...
SAA, Turkish Airlines expand connectivity with codeshare deal
South African Airways (SAA) and Turkish Airline have announced that the codeshare deal the carriers signed in December 2025 is now in effect. The airlines said that the strategic partnership will enhance connectivity between Africa, Türkiye, and key global destinations, offering passengers greater choice and convenience. Highlights of the agreement include: * Turkish Airlines will place its TK flight code on SAA-operated services between Johannesburg and Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, Harare, Victoria Falls, and Mauritius. * South African Airways will place...
IATA tracks the trends in 2025 air transport report
In 2025, the number of international premium-class passengers -- business and first class -- reached 109.7 million, up 4.5% year-on-year; and accounting for 5.5% of all international travellers, according to the latest edition of IATA’s World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) that provides comprehensive statistical data through to 2025. In that same year, Latin America saw the largest jump in premium-class passengers, rising 22.1% to 4.0 million. Europe remained the biggest market for premium travel, with 39.7 million passengers in 2025. However, North America (10.4%) and the Middle...
Great North pilots ratify first collective agreement
Great North Airlines pilots -- represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) – have voted to ratify a tentative agreement (TA) reached with Great North Airlines management. The two-year deal provides clearer scheduling rules, modernized compensation, and enhancements aimed at supporting pilot well‑being. ALPA Canada president Capt. Tim Perry said that: “This first collective agreement establishes the professional standards and stability that every pilot deserves, and it reflects the strength and unity of this pilot group as they build their future.” The...