Airlines
Azores Airlines welcomes first Airbus A320 neo
Azores Airlines carried out its first commercial flight with the Airbus A320neo (New Engine Option) on Jan. 24. The flight between Lisbon and Ponta Delgada (Azores) landed at João Paulo II Airport at 08:40. With state-of-the-art technology, the Airbus A320neo represents a significant leap in terms of operational efficiency and consequent reduction in environmental impact. The latest generation engines (High-Bypass) and aerodynamic technology (Airbus Sharkle wings) of the new Azores Airlines Airbus A320neo will allow a 20 per cent reduction in fuel consumption, a five per cent...
PLAY adds flights from Hamilton to Split, Croatia
PLAY, a low-cost airline operating flights between Iceland and Europe, has launched ticket sales for flights to Split, Croatia. PLAY’s first flight to Split will be on May 28, and it will operate once a week, every Tuesday, over the summer. This will be the first time that scheduled flights are operated between Iceland and Split and this is also PLAY´s first destination in Croatia. From John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, Canadian passengers can fly to Split one way starting at $359. Travel for this new route will be facilitated through Split Airport in Croatia. About the...
Air Canada recognized as top employer for young people
Air Canada has been recognized as one of the top employers for young people in Canada in 2024, the first time the airline has received this recognition. This honour, awarded by Mediacorp Canada Inc., celebrates the nation's leading organizations for their commitment to developing and nurturing young professionals through innovative and forward-thinking programs for young workers, including mentorship, training, career opportunities, and social responsibility. "We are thrilled to be recognized as a top employer for young people in Canada," said Arielle Meloul-Wechsler, executive...
WestJet adding more Boeing 737 MAX 8 to fleet
WestJet has acquired five brand new Boeing 737 MAX 8, adding to the airline's already significant multi-billion-dollar investment in its orderbook. The airline expects to receive delivery of the aircraft in early 2025, after recently completing leasing agreements with China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (CDB Aviation) for three aircraft and international aircraft leasing company, Avolon for two aircraft. "We are adding these five aircraft to our 737 MAX family very soon and look forward to this additional capacity enhancing our already forecasted fleet expansion,...
Billy Bishop airport shows off a new website
PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), has unveiled the new BillyBishopAirport.com website. Redesigned and expanded to reflect the needs and interests of passengers, community members and business partners, BillyBishopAirport.com is your destination for all things YTZ – with a new look and feel, optimized search function, detailed passenger guides, and expanded business and community sections for a holistic view of operations, culture and environment at Billy Bishop Airport. "Billy Bishop Airport is renowned for its exceptional passenger...
Sabre, Hawaiian Airlines sign new multi-year deal
Sabre Corporation has signed a new multi-year distribution agreement with Hawaiian Airlines that will provide Sabre-connected agencies with long-term access to the carrier’s HA Connect NDC and traditional EDIFACT content through the Sabre travel marketplace. Hawaiian Airlines and Sabre will be working closely together on the integration of HA Connect NDC content in the Sabre GDS, which is expected to be available by the end of 2024. Once live, it will enable hundreds of thousands of Sabre-connected agencies and travel buyers to have even richer access to the carrier’s broad...
WestJet and CPL renew four-year partnership
The Canadian Premier League (CPL) has renewed its partnership with WestJet, extending the Calgary-based brand's commitment to serving as the Official Airline and Vacation Partner of the CPL and its member clubs for another four years. The CPL and its member clubs first teamed up with WestJet in 2019, establishing a partnership founded on a mutual passion for engaging with local communities from coast to coast and connecting them with the energetic soccer scene in Canada and around the world. Over the first four years of its partnership with the CPL, WestJet built a strong...
Air Miles’ contest has three million prizes up for grabs
On Jan. 25, Air Miles' Carousel of Dreams contest returns, with more than three million prizes to be won, including a grand prize of $100,000. From Jan. 25 to Feb. 15, 2024, collectors can play Carousel of Dreams every single day. Just open a suitcase and win a prize daily! How to play To enter the contest, you must sign up for an Air Miles account and download the Air Miles app to your smartphone. Then, simply open the app daily, tap on a suitcase to open, and start collecting. Some of the prizes available include Air Miles travel vouchers, reward miles (more than 11.5 million...