Monthly Archives: December 2021

Spirit Airlines Overhauls Dallas Fort Worth with New Check-In Technology Designed to Streamline the Travel Experience

13th December 2021

Guests are now checking out the latest evolution in check-in technology at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Spirit Airlines unveiled its automated self-bag drop experience with biometric photo-matching system, which represents a new paradigm for the U.S. airline industry. The redesigned ticket lobby is packed with industry-leading technology designed to limit face-to-face interaction, streamline flight check-ins and […]

Hugs and holidays are back as Queensland border reopens

13th December 2021

Qantas and Jetstar are set to reunite thousands of loved ones today as Queensland’s border reopens to Victoria and New South Wales for the first time in more than five months. Nearly 10,000 passengers will travel today on close to 100 Qantas and Jetstar flights to and from Queensland, with many of today’s flights fully […]

JetBlue Ramps Up Efforts to Build Diverse Pipeline of New Pilots and Maintenance Technicians as Demand for Talent Bounces Back

13th December 2021

JetBlue has announced it is advancing efforts to meet the growing demand for qualified pilots and maintenance technicians through its industry-leading suite of education and training programs, JetBlue Gateways. JetBlue has demonstrated that airlines can meet the growing need for aviation professions through programs that offer a range of pathways into the industry, while also […]

All Nippon Airways to Unveil Boeing 787-9 Aircraft Newly Designed to Enhance Comfort and Functionality

10th December 2021

The newly designed B787-9 aircraft with 375 seats will be introduced on ANA’s domestic routes beginning on December 9, 2021. On these aircraft, the number of Premium Class seats has been increased by 10 for a total of 28 seats. The aircraft will be the first B787-9 to be equipped with a personal screen monitor […]

Airbus increases its innovation footprint in Spain to develop new hydrogen technologies

10th December 2021

Airbus is increasing its presence in Spain with the launch of an Airbus UpNext entity, a wholly-owned innovation subsidiary, and a Zero Emission Development Centre (ZEDC) for hydrogen technologies. This complements Airbus’ existing footprint in Spain and reaffirms Airbus’ commitment to remain a strong player in the Spanish aerospace ecosystem. Airbus has long been a […]

Air Canada’s First Boeing 767-300ER Freighter Enters Service

10th December 2021

Air Canada’s first dedicated Boeing 767-300ER freighter aircraft was put into service on 9th December, and operated its inaugural flight from Toronto to Vancouver. Originally scheduled to first fly to Frankfurt, Air Canada Cargo deployed the aircraft early to provide capacity where needed. “Our first freighter is being deployed earlier than initially planned in order […]

AEGEAN honored for carrying Pope Francis on His historic journey in Greece and from Cyprus

9th December 2021

Pope Francis concluded His 35th Apostolic Journey in Cyprus and Greece on Monday morning December 6 and following a farewell ceremony in Athens International Airport embarked on AEGEAN dedicate flight to Rome with an A321neo. AEGEAN was honored and blessed to have been the preferred air carrier for His Holiness historic three day journey from […]

AirBridgeCargo Airlines extends handling partnership with Frankfurt Cargo Services

6th December 2021

AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has renewed its cargo handling contract at Frankfurt/Main Airport with Frankfurt Cargo Services (FCS), a subsidiary of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS). FCS, the largest independent cargo hander at the airport, has served AirBridgeCargo since 2008, and the new contract extension reflects the successful and growing partnership between the two companies. ABC currently […]

Air France and Vendredi join forces to help those in need

3rd December 2021

In 2021, Air France, in partnership with the social start-up Vendredi, launched a vast programme to involve staff in the associative world, called “Mon engagement citoyen”. In this way, the company is reaffirming its commitment to social and environmental issues in the countries where it operates. Thanks to Vendredi’s civic commitment platform, company staff can […]