October 16th, 2022 9:50 PM 0 COMMENTS

Star Alliance Member Airlines and the Benefits You Need to Know

[caption id="attachment_64655" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Airbus A340 in Star Livery, Source: Star Alliance[/caption] Star Alliance - you might have noticed it while reading the news or booking tickets on the respective airline's website, where specific airlines assert membership in the Alliance. If you are from India, you may have read our stories citing Air India as a Star Alliance member. What exactly is Star Alliance, and what are the benefits you... Read More

September 16th, 2022 2:30 AM 0 COMMENTS

United and Emirates New Agreement to Benefit Growing Travel Demand

On Wednesday, Emirates and United announced a historic partnership that will enhance each airline's network and give their customers access to hundreds of new destinations. Continue reading to know the benefits of this partnership to customers amid the increasing travel demand. Emirates and United Expand Market Presence through New Agreement Emirates: From November, Emirates customers flying into Chicago, San Francisco, and Houston - three of the biggest business hubs in... Read More

September 15th, 2022 11:04 PM 0 COMMENTS

Etihad Airways Rated One of the World’s Most Punctual Airlines

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, ranked among the most punctual carriers in the Middle East and worldwide over the peak summer period, based on the data from global aviation analytics group OAG. Since April, Etihad has achieved an on-time arrival performance rating within 15 minutes of 83%. Etihad consistently operates towards on-time arrival performance and lowest cancellation rates: In its Punctuality League ratings since April... Read More

August 8th, 2022 5:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

American Airlines Is Redesigning Its Admirals Club Lounges

Recently, American Airlines has invested in the Hydrogen-Electric Engine Developer ZeroAvia, which is a measure to deliver sustainable travel and safeguard the planet. Now, in another development, the airline is working on redesigning the consumer experience added with an element of sustainability in its lounges. Not always do we get into the flights direct with little wait times or in our comfort zones. Sometimes we need to wait, relax or... Read More

July 31st, 2022 11:29 PM 0 COMMENTS

American Airlines Education Foundation Awards Scholarships for Children of Team Members

It's said education is the best thing any individual or society can get for development and the foundation of American Airlines just did the same. Taking Care of Dependents of Airline's team: The American Airlines Education Foundation is easing the cost of higher education for 452 students who are dependents of the airline’s team members. In its largest donation to date, the Education Foundation awarded more than $1.2 million in... Read More

July 31st, 2022 12:03 PM 0 COMMENTS

Southwest’s First Mother-Daughter Pilot Duo Takes Flight; Makes History for Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines, one of the major airlines of the United States and the world's largest low-cost carrier, has had a passion for putting People first since its inception. The Airlines always focused on People and is committed to providing Southwest Family with a work environment where they can be themselves and be recognized for the unique perspectives they each bring forward. Southwest is excited to share this unique story of... Read More

July 29th, 2022 5:12 PM 0 COMMENTS

Southwest Airlines Eliminates Flight Credits Expiration Dates

Southwest Airlines, one of the major airlines of the United States and the world's largest low-cost carrier, announced a first-of-its-kind policy and value among major U.S. airlines, eliminating expiration dates on all Southwest flight credits unexpired on, or created on or after July 28, 2022. Enhancement as a part of Customer Experience with Southwest: This additional flexibility applies to all currently valid, existing flight credits, with no action required by... Read More

July 29th, 2022 2:21 PM 0 COMMENTS

United to Become First Airline to Fly Nonstop Between Washington D.C. and Cape Town

United Airlines, a major American airline, has announced new direct flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Cape Town, becoming the first airline to provide nonstop roundtrip service from nation's capital to South Africa. The U.S. Department of Transportation granted the airline three weekly direct flights, which will commence on November 17, 2022 (subject to approval by the South Africa Government). Tickets on Sale Now: Tickets are on sale now and... Read More

June 18th, 2022 4:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

US Airlines Cancel Over 1500 Flights as the Peak Summer Vacation Season Approaches

Airlines in the United States have cancelled almost 1,500 flights as the peak summer vacation season approaches, making it one of the worst days for travel ever. More than one-third of all flights at LaGuardia Airport in New York were cancelled, while more than one-fourth of planes were diverted to nearby Newark Liberty Airport in New Jersey, according to flight tracking firm FlightAware. The cancellations come just over three weeks... Read More

June 11th, 2022 8:00 PM 0 COMMENTS

European Aviation Industry Struggles With Staff Shortages; Airlines Cancel Hundreds of Flights Ahead of the Peak Summer Season

The aviation industry in Europe is quickly recovering from the effects of the Coronavirus, but, it is experiencing staff shortages, forcing airlines to postpone hundreds of flights ahead of the high summer season. Other airlines, including Deutsche Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, and Ryanair, have indicated that they are experiencing the same issues. Airlines have suffered significant financial losses as a result of job layoffs and government-managed bailouts for certain companies. “We... Read More

June 11th, 2022 7:00 PM 0 COMMENTS

White House Lifts Mandatory Covid Testing in Airlines for Inbound Passengers

Airlines have been pleading for months to lift a pandemic-era ban on international arrivals. The business may rue having its common request granted just ahead of the busiest time of year for travel now that the White House has eliminated mandated Covid testing for inbound travellers. Travelers via air, like those at land ports of entry, will no longer be required to provide negative Covid test results as on June... Read More

June 3rd, 2022 12:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spirit Airlines Introduces Self-Bag Drop and Biometric Photo-Matching System at Los Angeles International Airport

At Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Spirit Airlines launched a self-bag drop and biometric photo-matching technology today. Spirit hopes to simplify the check-in process for its passengers by implementing these technologies. Low-cost Spirit Airlines has begun rolling out its self-bag drop and biometric systems in a number of US airports. By lowering check-in times, the goal is to improve the passenger experience. Self-bag drop systems enable self-service, allowing passengers to... Read More

June 3rd, 2022 12:08 PM 0 COMMENTS

Singapore Airlines Eyes Third Largest Aviation Market India

Singapore Airlines Ltd.'s long-delayed trip to India could be ready to take off at any time. As travel resumes and the carrier recovers from its record annual loss reported around this time last year, Chief Executive Officer Goh Choon Phong intends to continue a multi-hub strategy in which the company's airlines profit from demand outside of Singapore. “India is obviously a very important one because it’s going to be massive,”... Read More

June 2nd, 2022 11:23 AM 0 COMMENTS

Canadian Transportation Agency Confirms Flair Airlines Can Fly Domestically

Following a decision by the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA), Flair Airlines Ltd. can continue to operate domestically, putting an end to months of debate regarding the bargain carrier's future. The Edmonton-based airline, which offers low tickets and no frills service for flights across Canada as well as to the United States and Mexico, was facing the loss of its domestic operating licence due to concerns that it had broken Canadian... Read More

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