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South African Airways and JetBlue expand codeshare flights to Washington, DC – Accra, Ghana

Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments South African Airways (SAA) and JetBlue Airways have introduced codeshare operations on SAA’s flights between Washington, DC-Dulles Airport and Accra, Ghana in Africa, effective immediately. JetBlue is now placing its “B6” code on SAA-operated flights between Washington, DC-Dulles Airport and Accra, Ghana. Customers purchasing a codeshare itinerary will benefit ... <a title="South African Airways and JetBlue expand codeshare flights to Washington, DC – Accra, Ghana" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/south-african-airways-and-jetblue-expand-codeshare-flights-to-washington-dc-accra-ghana/" aria-label="Read more about South African Airways and JetBlue expand codeshare flights to Washington, DC – Accra, Ghana">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 2 min read

Air China to start Chongqing-Dubai service

On March 3, 2016, Air China announced at a press conference held in Chongqing that it would start Chongqing-Dubai service on April 2, 2016. The nonstop service will be the first of the kind from Chongqing to Dubai, and also Air China’s second international link to the Middle East following the launch of its Beijing-Dubai ... <a title="Air China to start Chongqing-Dubai service" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/air-china-to-start-chongqing-dubai-service/" aria-label="Read more about Air China to start Chongqing-Dubai service">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 2 min read

Boeing develops self-cleaning lavatory

Boeing engineers and designers have developed a self-cleaning lavatory prototype that uses ultraviolet (UV) light to kill 99.99 percent of germs. The cleaning system can disinfect all surfaces after every use in just three seconds. Boeing believes this self-cleaning technology, combined with touchless features, will enhance the passenger experience on commercial flights. The lavatory uses ... <a title="Boeing develops self-cleaning lavatory" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/boeing-develops-self-cleaning-lavatory/" aria-label="Read more about Boeing develops self-cleaning lavatory">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 2 min read

Delta files to serve Havana, Cuba from four U.S. cities

Delta Air Lines filed an application with the U.S. government to provide non-stop service to Cuba from four key cities in the United States. Delta seeks approval to serve Havana with daily flights from its hubs in Atlanta and New York’s JFK International Airport as well as from Miami and Orlando. “This is a historic ... <a title="Delta files to serve Havana, Cuba from four U.S. cities" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/delta-files-to-serve-havana-cuba-from-four-u-s-cities/" aria-label="Read more about Delta files to serve Havana, Cuba from four U.S. cities">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 2 min read

First U.S.-built A321 exits paint shop

Painting of the first U.S.-built A321 has been completed as it emerged from the paintshop in Mobile, Alabama in its JetBlue livery. This latest milestone shows that the first aircraft to be produced at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility is progressing well on its route to first flight and delivery in spring 2016. The aircraft ... <a title="First U.S.-built A321 exits paint shop" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/first-u-s-built-a321-exits-paint-shop/" aria-label="Read more about First U.S.-built A321 exits paint shop">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 1 min read

Hong Kong Airlines launches new direct flight to Okayama, Japan

Commencing on 28 March 2016, Hong Kong Airlines will be the first and only carrier providing direct daily flight service between Hong Kong and Okayama, Japan. The new service will be operated by an all-economy class Airbus A320 aircraft, further strengthen the airline’s network in Japan. Okayama is situated in the southeastern Chugoku region and ... <a title="Hong Kong Airlines launches new direct flight to Okayama, Japan" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/hong-kong-airlines-launches-new-direct-flight-to-okayama-japan/" aria-label="Read more about Hong Kong Airlines launches new direct flight to Okayama, Japan">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 2 min read

Interjet launches twice daily service from Dallas Fort Worth to Mexico City

Interjet now offers two flights per day from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport to Mexico City. DFW Airport welcomed the low-fare carrier’s inaugural flight to International Terminal D with a traditional “shower of affection” water cannon salute and gate celebration. Interjet will serve the route with Superjet 100 aircraft. “DFW welcomes Interjet as our ... <a title="Interjet launches twice daily service from Dallas Fort Worth to Mexico City" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/interjet-launches-twice-daily-service-from-dallas-fort-worth-to-mexico-city/" aria-label="Read more about Interjet launches twice daily service from Dallas Fort Worth to Mexico City">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 4, 2016 · 2 min read

South African Airways and JetBlue expand codeshare flights

South African Airways and JetBlue Airways have introduced codeshare operations on flights between Washington, DC-Dulles Airport and Accra, Ghana in Africa, effective immediately. “South African Airways welcomes the addition of the JetBlue codeshare on South African Airways operated flights to/from Accra, which will enhance service that both airlines can offer the business and leisure customers, as ... <a title="South African Airways and JetBlue expand codeshare flights" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/africa/south-african-airways-and-jetblue-expand-codeshare-flights/" aria-label="Read more about South African Airways and JetBlue expand codeshare flights">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 3, 2016 · 1 min read

Bombardier and Hawker Pacific extend Authorized Service Facility agreement for Q Series aircraft

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced that it has extended its Authorized Service Facility (ASF) agreement with Hawker Pacific of Sydney, Australia for an additional five-year term. Under the agreement, Hawker Pacific is designated as an authorized service provider for base and other maintenance on all Bombardier Dash 8 / Q Series aircraft, including aircraft modifications and ... <a title="Bombardier and Hawker Pacific extend Authorized Service Facility agreement for Q Series aircraft" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/pacific-and-oceania/bombardier-and-hawker-pacific-extend-authorized-service-facility-agreement-for-q-series-aircraft/" aria-label="Read more about Bombardier and Hawker Pacific extend Authorized Service Facility agreement for Q Series aircraft">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 3, 2016 · 2 min read

Czech Airlines commences flights between Helsinki and Prague

Czech Airlines has commenced flights between Helsinki Airport and Prague on 3 March. With the new flight connection, the number of weekly flights to Prague increases to 31 in the summer of 2016. “We warmly welcome Czech Airlines to Helsinki Airport! Thanks to their new flights, the traffic to Prague almost doubles during the summer, ... <a title="Czech Airlines commences flights between Helsinki and Prague" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/czech-airlines-commences-flights-between-helsinki-and-prague/" aria-label="Read more about Czech Airlines commences flights between Helsinki and Prague">Read more</a>

AT Staff Mar 3, 2016 · 1 min read