Aviation

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 2, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Emirates has operated its first milestone demonstration flight on a Boeing 777-300ER, powering one of its engines with 100% Sustainable…

An Air Canada IT issue Thursday afternoon caused problems with flights at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. In a tweet around 1:30 p.m., the airport said Air Canada was “experiencing an…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 28, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Emirates has successfully completed the ground engine testing for one of its GE90 engines on a Boeing 777-300ER using 100% Sustainable…

With an onboard toast of ceremonial (and symbolic) Gatorade, plus pre-flight goodies for passengers, Swoop launched inaugural no-frills service to Cuba with a full complement of passengers (including…

The latest statement from the FAA at 08:50 EST said, “Normal air traffic operations are resuming gradually across the United States following an overnight outage to the FAA’s Notice to Air…

London, United Kingdom, January 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The semi-private jet service Aero announces new routes across Europe, catering to the French & Swiss Alps. Semi-private jet service Aero…

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, January 9, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Etihad Airways is boosting its flights to Bangkok, Thailand by doubling its frequency. From 26 March 2023, the airline will fly twice…

Guangdong, China, December 13, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / China’s largest airline strengthens valued relationship with Sabre to continue distributing offers and fares to agents through Sabre’s…

WestJet has the holiday spirit, officially releasing its annual Christmas Miracle video. This year the spot introduces the company’s newest community investment program Miracle Miles, which helps…

Geneva, Switzerland, November 6, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects a return to profitability for the global airline industry in 2023 as airlines continue…

Free WiFi, fresh meals, and enhanced legroom are all part of the new economy class being rolled out by Porter Airlines, with the Toronto-based carrier promising “An exceptional air travel experience…

At time when it seems every inch of cabin space is precious, Spirit Airlines in the US is introducing a new wider seat. The ultra low-fare airline unveiled its latest state-of-the-art Vector Light…

It’s been a tumultuous nearly three years for Transat, starting with Air Canada’s takeover intentions that ultimately were derailed (deplaned?). Then, of course, a historic and horrible pandemic.…

Sunwing is returning to the province of Saskatchewan this winter season, with weekly flights being offered from Saskatoon and Regina airports starting in November and running until April. The tour…

Singapore, Singapore, October 15, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Corporate travel agents and TMCs across APAC outline the new trends in the corporate travel landscape, and how they are adjusting their business…

From walled-off first-class suites to a new sleeper row in economy, Lufthansa says it is making the largest investment its history in premium products on long-haul routes. Dubbed…

Montreal, Canada, October 12, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is strongly encouraged by the adoption of a Long Term Aspirational Goal (LTAG) to achieve net…

Montreal, Canada, October 5, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / A Long Term Aspirational Goal (LTAG) for sustainable aviation will be discussed at the ICAO 41st Assembly. Action will be key for aviation’s journey…

Visitors to the new terminal at Orlando International Airport may want to wear sunscreen, shades and a floppy hat. Sun rays beaming through the windows of its soaring ceilings stream over the passing…

Geneva, Switzerland, September 9, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced passenger data for July 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel continues to…