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ACI World welcomes new Vice Presidents to lead Events and Commercial Services, and Safety, Security, and Operations

Source: ACI World Experts will play pivotal roles in advancing airport interests and delivering value to global membership Airports Council International (ACI) World welcomes new Vice Presidents to lead Events and Commercial Services, as well as Safety, Security, and Operations, playing pivotal roles in advancing airport interests and delivering value to its global membership. New Vice President of Events and Commercial Services Pierre Charbonneau has joined ACI World as the Vice President of Events and Commercial Services—a new position aimed at enhancing ACI World's event offerings and commercial strategies. With a 35-year aviation career, Charbonneau is a seasoned leader skilled in enhancing commercial effectiveness and customer experience through global collaboration. Starting at Air Canada in 1988, he managed passenger experience, [...]

2024-05-14T01:27:12+03:00May 13th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Viva Aerobus Traffic Report April 2024: Passengers increased 5.7%, reaching an 83.2% Load Factor

Source: Viva Aerobus Viva Aerobus announced its April 2024 preliminary traffic results. Viva Aerobus’ passenger traffic increased 5.7% compared to April 2023, reaching 2.1 million passengers, driven by an increase of 6.7% in domestic traffic, partially offset by a decrease of 3.0% in international traffic. Load factors reached 83.2% compared to 87.4% in 2023, with a load factor mix of 85.2% and 73.8% in domestic and international, respectively. Viva Aerobus grew its total capacity in available seat miles (ASMs) by 11.7% compared to April 2023, reflecting an increase of 12.6% and 7.4% in domestic and international, respectively. “While we observe solid fundamentals in the Mexican market, April traffic reflects the seasonal effects from Easter Holidays shifting from the second to [...]

2024-05-13T18:21:50+03:00May 13th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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The WestJet Group statement on Encore ratification results

Source: WestJet The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the certified union representing WestJet Encore pilots, today announced that its membership did not ratify the tentative agreement, reached on April 8, 2024. The results of the ratification do not impact operations. "We are disappointed to learn that our WestJet Encore pilots have rejected an agreement that is distinctly competitive within Canada's airline industry and solutioned their unique concerns," said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and Group Chief Operating Officer. "Our tentative agreement represented a robust negotiation process that got us to our final offer, and while we will meet with ALPA to determine next steps, we will hold firm on what is reasonable to ensure we can continue providing meaningful [...]

2024-05-13T18:10:23+03:00May 13th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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RTX’s Pratt & Whitney receives Transport Canada type certification for PW545D engine

Source: Pratt & Whitney Engine selected to power Textron Aviation's business jet delivers improved specific fuel consumption, greater thrust and extended time between overhauls Pratt & Whitney Canada's PW545D engine is one step closer to entry into service with type certification granted May 9 by Transport Canada Civil Aviation. In May 2023, Textron Aviation announced its new Cessna Citation Ascend business jet would be powered by twin PW545D engines. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX. "As the latest derivative in the PW500 engine family, we look forward to the Ascend's entry into service," said Cedric Gauthier, vice president, Sales and Marketing, General Aviation, Pratt & Whitney Canada. "Certification was granted following 630 hours of engine testing, in addition to 230 hours [...]

2024-05-13T17:56:21+03:00May 13th, 2024|News, SUPPLIERS|
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US Air Travel Consumer Report: February 2024 Numbers

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of February 2024 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, and mishandled wheelchairs and scooters. The ATCR is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by airlines. For February 2024, 0.6% of flights were cancelled, far lower than the 1.8% cancellation rate for February 2023 and the 3.2% cancellation rate for pre-pandemic February 2019.   DOT expects that airlines will operate flights as scheduled and that when they do not, airlines will provide consumers the services promised when a flight is cancelled or delayed because of an airline issue. After a two-year [...]

2024-05-13T18:08:39+03:00May 13th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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U.S. Cargo and Passenger Airlines Gained 2,207 Jobs in March 2024

Source: US DOT U.S. Airline Total Number of Employees (both Full-Time and Part-Time) U.S. airline industry (passenger and cargo airlines combined) employment increased to 800,259 workers in March 2024, 2,207 (0.28%) more workers than in February 2024 (798,052). U.S. scheduled-service passenger airlines employed 541,150 workers in March 2024 or 68% of the industry-wide total. Passenger airlines gained 2,043 employees in December 2023. Delta Air Lines led scheduled passenger carriers, adding 845 employees; United Air Lines added 511, and SkyWest added 210. U.S. cargo airlines employed 254,495 workers in March 2024, 32% of the industry total. Cargo carriers gained 268 employees in March. FedEx, the leading air cargo employer, increased employment by 284 jobs. Revisions: Sky Lease Cargo and Caribbean Sun Airlines, [...]

2024-05-10T20:41:25+03:00May 10th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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J.D. Power: Delta best for First/Business, Premium Economy Passenger Satisfaction; No. 1 in airline staff

Source: Delta Air Lines   Delta is the top-ranked airline for First/Business and Premium Economy Passenger Satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. One of the world’s most respected consumer intelligence organizations is recognizing the extraordinary care and skill of Delta people, the airline’s premium experiences and operational excellence that earns the trust of customers every day. Delta is the top-ranked airline in the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airline Satisfaction Studyfor both First/Business Class and Premium Economy segments –marking the second year in a row for the premium economy segment. “This is a wonderful reflection of our elevated customer experience, fueled by the unparalleled service of our 100,000 Delta people worldwide,” said Ed Bastian, CEO [...]

2024-05-10T20:39:41+03:00May 10th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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ComEd Awards Chicago Department of Aviation $326,000 in Incentives Following Completion of Energy Efficient Outdoor Lighting Project

Source: Chicago Department of Aviation, ComEd Media Relations New Lights a Part of City’s Ongoing Terminal Core Redevelopment Plan to Reduce Airport Energy Use and Maintenance Costs Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) joined ComEd at O’Hare International Airport today to celebrate the completion of an ambitious energy-efficient lighting project for Terminals 1 and 3. This project supports the City of Chicago in realizing the benefits of cleaner and more efficient energy practices. “I thank ComEd for its partnership in reducing O’Hare’s energy consumption and carbon footprint,” CDA Commissioner Jamie L. Rhee said. “From developing the first-in-the nation Sustainable Airport Manual to implementing green designs in all of our development projects and even utilizing livestock to help maintain airport property, the CDA [...]

2024-05-10T20:36:09+03:00May 10th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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WestJet and IAM reach tentative agreement

Source: WestJet Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. Yesterday evening, WestJet and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the certified union representing WestJet load controllers, reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. "WestJet is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes the important contributions of our load controllers," said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and Group Chief Operating Officer. "They play an integral role in the safety and performance of our operations and this agreement recognizes the talent, dedication and hard work of this collective group."

2024-05-10T20:33:26+03:00May 10th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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EASA launches second release of Innovative Air Mobility Hub

Source: EASA The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the second release of its digital space for the exchange of information on air taxis and drones with a focus on privacy concerns. The Innovative Air Mobility (IAM) Hub was launched in December 2023 and enables cities, regions, national authorities, operators, and manufacturers that have a role in the introduction of these air taxi and drone services to connect. They can then share and obtain reliable information and data. The second release contains the following new elements: An entire new section on privacy and how the drone industry can address citizen concerns around privacy in line with EU regulatory material. EASA is going beyond legislation and provides hands-on guidance in the form of [...]

2024-05-10T20:29:07+03:00May 10th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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