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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled IATA CO2 Connect, a digital tool which utilizes real-world airline data to offer transparent CO2 emission calculations for commercial passenger flights. According to a statement by IATA, “This sets it apart from theoretical data models that already exist on the market …
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At a media briefing during the 2022 IATA Annual General Meeting in Doha, Qatar, regional vice president for The Americas Peter Cerdá said regional authorities can help the space grow by improving infrastructure, reducing taxes and creating a business-forward environment. Increased Taxes and Fees Major Part of the …
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After staging an informational protest in front of the airline’s annual shareholder meeting, the Delta Master Executive Committee (MEC) of the Air Line Pilots Association wrote an open letter to customers apologizing for the delays so far. Pilots Say 2022 Overtime Could be Greater than 2018 and 2019 …
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According to research by travel app Hopper, the cost of a domestic round-trip ticket dropped from $410 in mid-May to $390 this month. As the site notes, this is the first time in 2022 that prices have declined in accordance with conventional seasonal trends, where travel costs peak in May …
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The Middle East carrier reports a total Fiscal Year 2021-2022 net profit of $1.54 billion, an increase of 78% compared to the previous fiscal year and up two percent from pre-pandemic figures. Post-Pandemic Boom Results in Major Growth for Qatar Airways Known for its dedication to the customer …
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Starting Thursday, June 16, 2022, new approved applicants of the Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card will get a limited-edition design, made partially of metal from the aircraft, along with a brief history of the “Queen of the Skies.” Cards Make of 25% Metal from Delta Boeing 747-400 Ship #6307 …
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BBC News reports the British Department for Transport and Civil Aviation Authority are laying out expectations for airlines, in the hopes of preventing chaos at the terminal. Cancelling Early is “Better” Than Last-Minute Changes With more travelers making plans for their post-pandemic travels, airlines around the world are …
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From June 13, members World of Hyatt and American Airlines AAdvantage can earn 1,000 American Airlines AAdvantage bonus miles per eligible stay at participating Hyatt locations in ten cities across the United States. Likewise, World of Hyatt members can make use of an existing arrangement between this loyalty program and American …
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Transportation around Venice can be very expensive — and I’m not even talking about using water taxis, which have a pricing system (yikes!) of their own. I am talking about “public transportation,” which in Venice mostly means taking the vaporetti (water buses) up and down the Grand Canal. A single trip …
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The Dallas-based airline is marking their 51st birthday by celebrating “Wanna Get Away Day” with a major giveaway of points, travel and the “highly coveted promotional Companion Pass.” “Wanna Get Away Day” Marks Carrier’s Founding The idea of “Wanna Get Away Day” marks the day Southwest commenced their …
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