Airlines

Qantas flying high with forecast for record profit

The Qantas Group announced that it expects to report an Underlying Profit Before Tax1 in the range of $875 million to $925 million for the first six months of financial year 2016. The expected $875 million to $925 million range represents a significant improvement in underlying earnings for the Qantas Group, and compares to an ... <a title="Qantas flying high with forecast for record profit" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/pacific-and-oceania/qantas-flying-high-with-forecast-for-record-profit/" aria-label="Read more about Qantas flying high with forecast for record profit">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 16, 2015 · 2 min read

Ukraine International Airlines increases Tehran flights

Effective July 15, 2016, Ukraine International Airlines will increase the Kiev – Tehran flight frequency offering passengers to take advantage of up to 7 weekly fights. The flights connecting Kiev with Tehran will be operated on Boeing 737 aircraft with two cabin classes: Business Class and Economy Class. “UIA aspires to provide its passengers with ... <a title="Ukraine International Airlines increases Tehran flights" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/ukraine-international-airlines-increases-tehran-flights/" aria-label="Read more about Ukraine International Airlines increases Tehran flights">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 16, 2015 · 1 min read

Emirates boosts services to Egypt with three additional weekly flights

Emirates today announced three new weekly flights between Dubai and Cairo, commencing on 1st January 2016. The new service will supplement the current twice daily Boeing 777-300ER flights, taking the total number of flights serving Cairo to 17 each week. The additional flights will boost the number of connection options that Emirates offers to passengers ... <a title="Emirates boosts services to Egypt with three additional weekly flights" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-boosts-services-to-egypt-with-three-additional-weekly-flights/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates boosts services to Egypt with three additional weekly flights">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 2 min read

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates inaugural flight to Kumamoto, Japan

Yesterday (14 December 2015) marked the inauguration of Hong Kong Airlines’ twice-weekly direct flight service between Hong Kong and Kumamoto, Japan. To commemorate the official launch of this new route, Hong Kong Airlines and the Kumamoto Prefecture has held grand celebration events at both the Hong Kong International Airport and Aso Kumamoto Airport.  All passengers ... <a title="Hong Kong Airlines celebrates inaugural flight to Kumamoto, Japan" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/hong-kong-airlines-celebrates-inaugural-flight-to-kumamoto-japan/" aria-label="Read more about Hong Kong Airlines celebrates inaugural flight to Kumamoto, Japan">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 2 min read

PSA Airlines announces $5,000 pilot sign-on bonus program

PSA Airlines announced today that it has instituted a $5,000 sign-on bonus for all newly hired pilots effective January 1st, 2016. “We believe the addition of the $5,000 sign-on bonus enhances PSA’s already industry leading benefits package, which includes fast upgrades, the most flexible scheduling capabilities in the regional business and an industry leading pilot ... <a title="PSA Airlines announces $5,000 pilot sign-on bonus program" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/psa-announces-5-000-pilot-sign-on-bonus-program/" aria-label="Read more about PSA Airlines announces $5,000 pilot sign-on bonus program">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 1 min read

Star Alliance launches connecting partner model to expand network reach

Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments Star Alliance is set to expand its network reach with the launch of its Connecting Partner Model. Under this new concept, routes operated by “low-cost” and “hybrid” airlines will be able to connect to the Alliance network. This will allow customers of Star Alliance member carriers to select from ... <a title="Star Alliance launches connecting partner model to expand network reach" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/star-alliance-launches-connecting-partner-model-to-expand-network-reach/" aria-label="Read more about Star Alliance launches connecting partner model to expand network reach">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 3 min read

Turkish Airlines expands it’s network in Africa

Turkish Airlines’ Africa network now encompasses 48 destinations in 31 countries with the additions of these destinations.  Already having the most comprehensive airline network, Turkish Airlines brings yet another destinations in Africa online. Port Louis and Antananarivo, the capitals and the largest cities of Mauritius and Madagascar are joining the network on December 15th. Beginning ... <a title="Turkish Airlines expands it’s network in Africa" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/turkish-airlines-expands-it-s-network-in-africa/" aria-label="Read more about Turkish Airlines expands it’s network in Africa">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 1 min read

Virgin America to acquire 10 new A321neos

Virgin America today announces it has agreed to acquire 10 new state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo aircraft, which are up to 20 percent more fuel and carbon efficient than the airline’s current fleet and which will help further reduce operating unit costs and increase revenue opportunities. The 10 new A321neos (short for New Engine Option), which provide the best seat-mile ... <a title="Virgin America to acquire 10 new A321neos" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/virgin-america-to-acquire-10-new-a321neos/" aria-label="Read more about Virgin America to acquire 10 new A321neos">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 4 min read

airberlin to consolidate its presence at Berlin and Dusseldorf hubs

Next summer airberlin will introduce new destinations as well as additional flights on existing European routes. airberlin will consolidate its presence at both the Berlin and Dusseldorf hubs as it continues to extend its market leadership at these airports. There will be additional flights to Bologna and Sofia, as well as a new service between ... <a title="airberlin to consolidate its presence at Berlin and Dusseldorf hubs" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/airberlin-to-consolidate-its-presence-at-berlin-and-dusseldorf-hubs/" aria-label="Read more about airberlin to consolidate its presence at Berlin and Dusseldorf hubs">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 2 min read

bmi regional appoints Maurizio Lavio as Sales Manager for Switzerland

bmi regional has appointed Maurizio Lavio as Sales Manager, Switzerland, based in Bern. Lavio brings over 30 years experience in the travel industry, most recently spending 15 years with HRG in Switzerland. Lavio began has held several sales roles in Switzerland including spending eight years as Head of Marketing for Voyages Wasteels before his most ... <a title="bmi regional appoints Maurizio Lavio as Sales Manager for Switzerland" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/bmi-regional-appoints-maurizio-lavio-as-sales-manager-for-switzerland/" aria-label="Read more about bmi regional appoints Maurizio Lavio as Sales Manager for Switzerland">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 2 min read