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Swissport has appointed Ajay Barolia as Senior Vice President Cargo and Peter Weir as Senior Vice President Cargo Commercial, both for the United States and Canada. Together with the cargo team, they will drive the expansion of Swissport’s service portfolio in a strategic market for the air cargo industry.
dnata, a global air and travel services provider, has been awarded a multi-year contract by British Airways at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in the United States. The agreement will see dnata provide inflight catering services to the UK’s flag carrier on its flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Under this contract, dnata’s teams will produce and uplift 150,000 meals annually for the airline’s twice-daily flights.
Washington’s National Airport is set to welcome an American Express Centurion Lounge, according to photos indicating that construction is nearly complete and furnishings are in place. Reports suggest an “early August” opening, although exact dates remain tentative. Observers noted that “there’s even art up on the walls” and someone was seen “walking around inside taking a video.”
Pilots communicate with workers on the ramp using an internationally recognized industry-standard language of phrases, hand signals, and radio communication. By contributing to situational awareness, everyone can help detect danger before incidents occur.
German original equipment manufacturer Deutsche Aircraft has revised the entry into service (EIS) timeline for its 40-seater regional turboprop, the D328eco. The aircraft is now scheduled for EIS in the fourth quarter of 2027. Adjustments to the timeline align with regulatory changes that require a detailed and comprehensive certification process and associated compliance requirements.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has introduced a new tool aimed at helping individuals manage heat-related health risks. The HeatRisk Dashboard provides users with access to critical heat and health information through an easy-to-use, intuitive, mobile-friendly interface.
When someone arrives in town, the convenience of ride-sharing apps like Uber, Lyft, Grab, or Didi makes it easy to arrange transportation. However, picking someone up from the airport remains a significant act of care and effort. This gesture involves more driving and waiting time, signaling a deeper level of affection.
A passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight recently took a photo of an entire row of seats blocked off using a neck pillow and two bags. The individual responsible was not seated in the row but nearby, saving those seats for family members.
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A woman recently found herself in an uncomfortable situation during a flight when she was assigned a middle seat between a couple who had booked the aisle and window seats in the same row. This common travel strategy aims to leave the middle seat vacant for extra space. If someone does occupy it, couples usually offer to trade seats so they can still sit together.
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American Airlines will discontinue its third daily Los Angeles to London Heathrow roundtrip starting October 27, 2024, coinciding with the beginning of the IATA winter season. Additionally, the airline will suspend service from Phoenix to London Heathrow for the winter season, from October 27, 2024, through March 28, 2025. These changes are expected to be reflected in the schedule this weekend.
The standard allowable time for evacuating an aircraft under FAA and European rules is 90 seconds. Airlines must simulate these evacuations to demonstrate that their plane configurations make this possible. In an emergency, people need to exit an aircraft quickly.
A Spirit Airlines flight from California to Las Vegas experienced significant delays, leading to a breakdown among gate agents and frustration among passengers. One agent, attempting to manage the situation, addressed the crowd: "Everybody’s attention right now! Right now! Alright, now, [do you all] wanna get on this flight or not?" She continued, expressing her frustration: "Everyone’s gonna shut up and we’re gonna say this once, and we’ll only gonna say this again ’cause we’re frustrated as hell!" The specific cause of her anger was unclear, but it prompted a strong...
Air New Zealand has responded to a petition in the City of New Plymouth, North Island, which considered banning g-string bikinis from public pools. The airline has added flights to the South Pacific, promoting "freedom of choice" in swimwear.
November 1-3 marks this year's ZorkFest in Las Vegas. Last year, the event took place in Reno, which was less convenient but still offered a beautiful setting. The sessions were held in a suite with historical significance, as it was where a future President first interacted with a porn star who later became widely known.
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Each Saturday morning, Adrian Waltz reviews newly added and removed flights from airline schedules. This week, he noted a significant update from American Airlines.
Candace McGraw, CEO of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), was recently appointed as the first female Chair of Airports Council International (ACI) World. In her new role, McGraw has outlined her vision for the organization and reflected on the achievements at CVG during her tenure.