North America

WestJet Encore inaugurates service to Boston

With the departure of flight 3600, WestJet Encore today inaugurated new service between Toronto and Boston, the newest addition to WestJet’s growing network. The new service will operate three times daily on WestJet Encore’s fleet of Canadian-made Bombardier Q400 NextGen aircraft. “WestJet Encore is pleased to begin flying year-round between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Boston’s Logan International Airport,” said ... <a title="WestJet Encore inaugurates service to Boston" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/westjet-encore-inaugurates-service-boston/" aria-label="Read more about WestJet Encore inaugurates service to Boston">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 15, 2016 · 1 min read

Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner begins major assembly

Major assembly of the first Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner is underway, the latest major milestone in the development of the newest member of the super-efficient 787 family. Boeing partner Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. began installing the circular frames into the midforward section of the fuselage on March 14, a full two weeks ahead of schedule. “Beginning major ... <a title="Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner begins major assembly" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/boeing-787-10-dreamliner-begins-major-assembly/" aria-label="Read more about Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner begins major assembly">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 15, 2016 · 2 min read

Porter Airlines adds flights to Stephenville

Porter Airlines is returning to Stephenville, N.L., for a third consecutive summer season. Non-stop service will operate twice-weekly between Halifax, beginning June 22, through September 4, 2016. “We recognize the value that Stephenville places on direct air service,” said Robert Deluce, president and CEO, Porter Airlines. “These flights are an important connection for the community ... <a title="Porter Airlines adds flights to Stephenville" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/porter-airlines-adds-flights-stephenville/" aria-label="Read more about Porter Airlines adds flights to Stephenville">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 15, 2016 · 1 min read

WestJet announces flights to Halifax from Vancouver and Winnipeg

WestJet announced today that it will introduce seasonal non-stop service to Halifax from Vancouver and Winnipeg beginning June 29, 2016. “WestJet is the only airline in Canada offering non-stop flights to Halifax from Vancouver and Winnipeg. We are introducing these routes on a seasonal basis to allow WestJet the opportunity to test the market while providing our guests more choice and convenience along with our low-fare, high-care service,” said Lee ... <a title="WestJet announces flights to Halifax from Vancouver and Winnipeg" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/westjet-announces-new-service-halifax-vancouver-winnipeg/" aria-label="Read more about WestJet announces flights to Halifax from Vancouver and Winnipeg">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 14, 2016 · 1 min read

Delta to launch daily service between Los Angeles and Beijing

Delta plans to begin daily nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport on Dec. 16, 2016, pending U.S. Department of Transportation and foreign government approval. L.A., the largest market for service to Asia, drives 21 percent of all U.S.-Asia demand, and the start of Beijing service marks Delta’s fifth daily ... <a title="Delta to launch daily service between Los Angeles and Beijing" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/delta-launch-daily-service-los-angeles-beijing/" aria-label="Read more about Delta to launch daily service between Los Angeles and Beijing">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 14, 2016 · 2 min read

JetBlue appoints Brad Sheehan Vice President, JetBlue University

JetBlue Airways today announced the appointment of Brad Sheehan to the role of Vice President, JetBlue University. Sheehan joins JetBlue effective today and will report to JetBlue’s Senior Vice President Safety, Security and Training, Warren Christie. In his new role, Sheehan will be responsible for leading JetBlue’s training programs. He will play a critical role ... <a title="JetBlue appoints Brad Sheehan Vice President, JetBlue University" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/jetblue-appoints-brad-sheehan-vice-president-jetblue-university/" aria-label="Read more about JetBlue appoints Brad Sheehan Vice President, JetBlue University">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 14, 2016 · 2 min read

Boeing Chief Technology Officer John Tracy to retire

Boeing  Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President, Engineering, Operations & Technology John Tracy has announced his intention to retire after 35 years of service and 10 years as CTO, following celebration of Boeing’s 100th anniversary this summer.Tracy will begin transitioning his portfolio of Engineering, Operations & Technology (EO&T) duties next month to newly designated companywide ... <a title="Boeing Chief Technology Officer John Tracy to retire" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/boeing-chief-technology-officer-johntracy-retire/" aria-label="Read more about Boeing Chief Technology Officer John Tracy to retire">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 12, 2016 · 2 min read

Hawaiian Airlines to increase service between Honolulu and Lāna‘i

Hawaiian Airlines announced today it will enhance its ‘Ohana by Hawaiian service between Honolulu and Lāna‘i with an additional flight and a more convenient schedule beginning May 16. The new five-times daily service will offer more direct flight options between Honolulu International Airport (HNL) and Lāna‘i Airport (LNY) throughout the day. “We are pleased to ... <a title="Hawaiian Airlines to increase service between Honolulu and Lāna‘i" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/hawaiian-airlines-increase-service-honolulu-lanai/" aria-label="Read more about Hawaiian Airlines to increase service between Honolulu and Lāna‘i">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 10, 2016 · 1 min read

United Airlines and Air New Zealand expand cooperation to form joint venture partnership

United Airlines and Air New Zealand today announced a joint venture revenue-sharing agreement, deepening the partnership between the two airlines, which are both members of Star Alliance.Under the new revenue-sharing agreement, the carriers will more closely coordinate sales and marketing in order to offer their mutual customers more travel options between the mainland U.S. and New Zealand, ... <a title="United Airlines and Air New Zealand expand cooperation to form joint venture partnership" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/united-airlines-air-new-zealand-expand-cooperation-form-joint-venture-partnership/" aria-label="Read more about United Airlines and Air New Zealand expand cooperation to form joint venture partnership">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 10, 2016 · 2 min read

GoJet Airlines pilot union approves new five year contract

GoJet Airlines announced that its pilot group, represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, has passed a Tentative Agreement on a new five year contract.The new contract increases first year First Officer pay to $36.50 per flight hour and increases Captain pay to $67.39 per flight hour, taking GoJet to the top of the regional airline ... <a title="GoJet Airlines pilot union approves new five year contract" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/gojet-airlines-pilot-union-approves-new-five-year-contract/" aria-label="Read more about GoJet Airlines pilot union approves new five year contract">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 9, 2016 · 2 min read