North America

Allegiant launches nonstop flights from Pittsburgh to West Palm Beach and New Orleans

Allegiant today launches nonstop seasonal flights to West Palm Beach and the Big Easy from Pittsburgh.  “Allegiant’s  launch of these new flights from Pittsburgh to Palm Beach and New Orleans is very exciting for all three communities”, said Jude Bricker, Allegiant Chief Operating Officer.   West Palm Beach The new seasonal flights will operate twice weekly and expand on the service ... <a title="Allegiant launches nonstop flights from Pittsburgh to West Palm Beach and New Orleans" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/allegiant-launches-nonstop-flights-from-pittsburgh-to-west-palm-beach-and-new-orleans/" aria-label="Read more about Allegiant launches nonstop flights from Pittsburgh to West Palm Beach and New Orleans">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 19, 2016 · 2 min read

Allegiant inaugurates two new flights to Southwest Florida

Allegiant today inaugurates new nonstop service to southwest Florida via Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) from St. Louis and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. “Allegiant is very pleased to launch these new routes from St. Louis and Harrisburg to beautiful southwest Florida,” said Jude Bricker, Allegiant Chief Operating Officer. “From golfing, fishing, beach lounging and more, we look forward ... <a title="Allegiant inaugurates two new flights to Southwest Florida" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/allegiant-inaugurates-two-new-flights-to-southwest-florida/" aria-label="Read more about Allegiant inaugurates two new flights to Southwest Florida">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 18, 2016 · 1 min read

ExpressJet pilots vote to ratify contract extensions

ExpressJet Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of SkyWest, announced today that the company’s pilots have voted overwhelmingly to ratify two-year contract extensions to our existing agreements. The agreement provides many improvements for our pilots, including: – First year pay rate of $37-40 per hour, pending equipment type – $1.85 per hour per diem on date ... <a title="ExpressJet pilots vote to ratify contract extensions" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/expressjet-pilots-vote-to-ratify-contract-extensions/" aria-label="Read more about ExpressJet pilots vote to ratify contract extensions">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 18, 2016 · 1 min read

Alaska Airlines adds two new routes from San Jose to Southern California

Alaska Airlines today announced it will add two new routes from San Jose to Southern California starting June 5, 2016. The new, three-times daily nonstop service will connect Bay Area customers to Orange County/Santa Ana and San Diego. With this expansion, Alaska will operate 28 peak-day departures to 14 destinations from Norman Y. Mineta San José ... <a title="Alaska Airlines adds two new routes from San Jose to Southern California" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/alaska-airlines-adds-two-new-routes-from-san-jose-to-southern-california/" aria-label="Read more about Alaska Airlines adds two new routes from San Jose to Southern California">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 17, 2016 · 2 min read

United and PAFCA reach tentative agreement for dispatchers

United and the Professional Airline Flight Control Association (PAFCA) reached a tentative agreement today on a contract extension for the company’s more than 420 dispatchers. The tentative agreement extends the current contract through the end of 2021 and delivers important improvements for United’s dispatchers, as well as the company. “This is an important milestone for ... <a title="United and PAFCA reach tentative agreement for dispatchers" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/united-and-pafca-reach-tentative-agreement-for-dispatchers/" aria-label="Read more about United and PAFCA reach tentative agreement for dispatchers">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 17, 2016 · 2 min read

Delta to file for non-stop service to Cuba

Delta Air Lines will file with the U.S. government to operate  non-stop service to Cuba, the airline said. The application follows Tuesday’s signature of a historic agreement allowing North American airlines to fly scheduled commercial flights to Havana  and nine other Cuban cities. “Filing for service to Havana is an important moment in aviation history ... <a title="Delta to file for non-stop service to Cuba" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/delta-to-file-for-non-stop-service-to-cuba/" aria-label="Read more about Delta to file for non-stop service to Cuba">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 17, 2016 · 1 min read

Boeing South Carolina’s 100th 787 delivered to American Airlines

Boeing South Carolina marked a milestone today, with the delivery of the 100th airplane built at the North Charleston site. The airplane, a 787-8, was delivered to American Airlines in front of hundreds of Boeing South Carolina teammates.”Reaching this milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” said Beverly Wyse, vice president and ... <a title="Boeing South Carolina’s 100th 787 delivered to American Airlines" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/boeing-south-carolina-s-100th-787-delivered-to-american-airlines/" aria-label="Read more about Boeing South Carolina’s 100th 787 delivered to American Airlines">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 17, 2016 · 1 min read

Delta announces $350 million stock contribution to pension plan

Delta Air Lines today announced that it has contributed $350 million in shares of its common stock to its pension plans.  This is in addition to the $825 million in cash contributions the company has already made to the plans this year. To accomplish this contribution, the company issued 7.85 million shares from treasury.  To ... <a title="Delta announces $350 million stock contribution to pension plan" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/delta-announces-350-million-stock-contribution-to-pension-plan/" aria-label="Read more about Delta announces $350 million stock contribution to pension plan">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 17, 2016 · 2 min read

WestJet announces shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under a single ticker

WestJet Airlines Ltd. today announced that its common voting and variable voting shares will trade under a single ticker on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) effective as of February 18, 2016.     WestJet’s common voting shares currently trade on the TSX under the symbol ‘WJA’ and bear CUSIP number 960410207. The airline’s variable voting shares ... <a title="WestJet announces shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under a single ticker" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/westjet-announces-shares-trade-on-the-toronto-stock-exchange-under-a-single-ticker/" aria-label="Read more about WestJet announces shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under a single ticker">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 16, 2016 · 3 min read

Viking Air launches new Twin Otter 400S Seaplane

Increasing sales potential in the relatively untapped seaplane market has led Viking Air to introduce the world’s first dedicated seaplane in the 15 to 19-passenger category, the Viking Twin Otter 400S Seaplane. Recognized as the world’s leading seaplane manufacturer, Viking has developed the new 400S variant of the Series 400 to optimize the Twin Otter ... <a title="Viking Air launches new Twin Otter 400S Seaplane" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/viking-air-launches-new-twin-otter-400s-seaplane/" aria-label="Read more about Viking Air launches new Twin Otter 400S Seaplane">Read more</a>

AT Staff Feb 16, 2016 · 2 min read