Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Aviation News

Gripes with airlines up, despite improvements

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) reported a three per cent increase last year in the number of complaints filed against airlines despite the nation’s largest carriers ending the year with one of their best records for getting passengers and their bags to their destinations on time.

Power to the PeoplExpress as carrier eyes return

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Once a pioneer of low cost carriers in the United States, People Express Airlines (or PeoplExpress) has announced that it hopes to start flying again this summer.

Jetstar Dreamliner could fly Auckland to LA

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Less than a week after Qantas announced its withdrawal on the route, reports have suggested that its low-cost subsidiary, Jetstar could be planning flights between Auckland and Los Angeles.

United Airlines to introduce daily New York-Istanbul Service

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Boeing 767-300 nonstop flights will start In July 2012.

Southwest Airlines, AirTran Airways announce Fall flight schedules

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Southwest Airlines and AirTran Airways open flight schedules through Nov. 2, 2012; Southwest launches fare sale between Detroit and Las Vegas

Qantas announces job, route cuts

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

In response to a AU$215 million loss in profits before tax, Qantas has announced operational changes that will see up to 500 job losses and the carrier's withdrawal from unprofitable routes.

United rebrands premium cabins, upgrades food, entertainment, amenities

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

United Airlines has announced the company is upgrading its premium-cabin services to offer customers new food and beverage options.

Emirates Airline and USTA unveil landmark partnership for US Open

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Award-winning carrier becomes “Official Airline” of the US Open and Title Sponsor of the US Open Series.

Tiara Air Aruba announces delivery of its first Boeing 737-300

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

New aircraft provides increased capacity for regional expansion.

Qantas rewards set to be devalued

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Qantas Frequent Flyer points are set to be devalued as the airline faces pressures from the Australian Federal Government’s carbon tax.

Qantas must adapt or die says airline CEO

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

As Australia’s flag carrier suffers amidst mounting costs and unprofitability on international routes, Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has told lawmakers the airline must “adapt or die” given the company’s dire circumstances.

Hahn Air Ticketing Centres hit 1,000 member milestone

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Hahn Air reports that its global network of Hahn Air Ticketing Centres has surpassed the 1,000 member mark.

Travel disruptions, fuel costs impact LAN profits

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Chilean carrier LAN Airlines reported a net income loss of up to 23.7 percent for the full year last year compared to 2010, citing travel disruptions caused by Chile’s Puyehue-Cordon Caulle volcano for impacting its profits.

United Mileageplus introduces Gift Card Exchange Program

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

MileagePlus members may now exchange retail gift cards for award miles

THAI welcomes Dreamliner

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

As part of its ‘Dream Tour’ to South East Asia, the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner was welcomed into Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Hawaiian is Nation’s #1 On-Time Airline for 8th Straight Year

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Hawaiian Airlines extended its industry-leading streak of punctuality in 2011 ranking as the nation’s #1 on-time airline for an eighth straight year, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Air Travel Consumer Report issued today for December and the full year 2011.

EU, China in row over airline emissions scheme

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

The European Commission (EC) has promised to continue charging airlines for their emissions despite China prohibiting its carriers from paying without Beijing’s permission.

Alaska Airlines to launch daily service from Seattle to Philadelphia, Fort Lauderdale

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Carrier to offer introductory fares and double Mileage Plan miles on new routes.

LAN Airlines joins American at Terminal 8 in New York's JFK

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

LAN Airlines affiliates – LAN Chile, LAN Peru, and LAN Ecuador – will relocate to Terminal 8 with American at JFK.

Bali is Air New Zealand’s newest international route

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Kiwis will now be able to fly non-stop to the popular holiday destination of Bali with the launch of Air New Zealand’s new twice weekly service between Auckland and Denpasar Airport.

Virgin Atlantic to enhance business class

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

As Virgin Atlantic aims to obtain a greater stake in the business traveller market, the carrier has announced an £100 million investment into its business class product.

Etihad Airways operates first biofuel-powered delivery flight

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Etihad Airways’ flight from Seattle to Abu Dhabi – the delivery flight of the airline’s newest Boeing 777-300ER that arrived on January 24 – was the first in the Gulf to be operated using sustainable biofuel.

Alaska Air Group Reports January Operational Results

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported January operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below.

New ad campaign puts Spirit in the firing line

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Spirit Airlines has been criticized for launching a campaign warning consumers of the recently imposed Department of Transportation (DOT) rule requiring the display of total fares, including mandatory fees and taxes, in all advertising.