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Emirates has successfully transported the prestigious America's Cup trophy from Auckland to Barcelona in preparation for the match race finals. Boutros Boutros, Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications, Marketing and Brand at Emirates, expressed enthusiasm about the airline's involvement. “We’re thrilled to be back on the water for Emirates Team New Zealand’s defence of the America’s Cup, and we’re also proud to again be the Global Partner and Official Airline of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup,” he stated.
Federal Express Corporation has announced a new flight route connecting Miami, Guatemala, and Honduras. This service will offer a daily cargo capacity of up to 52,000 pounds, improving connectivity for Central American businesses involved in importing and exporting with the United States and globally.
Delta Air Lines has opened its Delta One Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), offering a premium lounge experience for West Coast travelers. Located adjacent to the Delta Sky Club in Terminal 3, this new facility is designed to provide an exclusive and high-touch ground experience.
Federal Express Corporation, a leading express transportation company, has been recognized by HR Asia as one of the 'Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2024.' This marks the fourth consecutive year FedEx has received this accolade. The company also won awards in three additional categories: “Most Caring Company,” “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI),” and “Sustainable Workplace.”
Delta Air Lines has initiated a fare cap for new bookings as of October 6, in anticipation of Hurricane Milton. This measure is aimed at assisting passengers who are seeking to leave areas expected to be impacted by the storm. The capped fares apply to twelve cities in Florida and vary depending on the distance flown.
Federal Express Corporation, conocida como FedEx, ha anunciado el inicio de un nuevo vuelo que conectará Miami, Guatemala y Honduras. Este servicio proporcionará una capacidad de carga diaria de hasta 52,000 libras y mejorará la conectividad para las empresas centroamericanas en sus operaciones de importación y exportación hacia Estados Unidos y otros destinos internacionales.
EFTA flight instructors now have the opportunity to join Emirates as First Officers after completing five years in their training roles. These instructors, once trained to operate Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, can become part of Emirates' pilot community, which consists of 4,400 pilots.
Delta Air Lines has introduced the Airbus A330-900neo on its daily nonstop route from New York-JFK to Accra, starting October 1, 2024. This aircraft brings a 30% increase in seat capacity between Ghana and the United States, along with enhanced passenger comfort.
Two years after forming a Joint Venture, Delta Air Lines and the LATAM group report significant growth in their operations. Since 2022, the partnership has resulted in a 68% increase in flights. This expansion includes six new routes and over 32,000 flights, providing more than 8 million seats between North America and South America.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has accepted Delta Air Lines' application to use camera-based small drones for visual inspections of its aircraft. This acceptance was granted earlier this year, and Delta TechOps has been integrating drone inspections into their maintenance procedures. Initially, these inspections will be used following lightning strike events, with the practice now included in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual for Delta's mainline fleet.
Delta Air Lines is set to expand its operations significantly at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in the summer of 2025. The airline plans to introduce its largest-ever schedule from Atlanta, with increased destinations and enhanced premium services.
Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines has announced a new codeshare partnership with Alaska Airlines, marking its first such collaboration. This agreement aims to enhance travel options between Asia and the United States by allowing passengers to book itineraries on a single ticket.
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., has been recognized with the Silver Ribbon Mental Health Award for the fourth year in a row in Singapore. This award highlights FedEx's dedication to promoting mental well-being and creating a supportive workplace culture.
Federal Express Corporation, a leading express transportation company, recently hosted a networking event in Dubai to engage with stakeholders in the UAE's automotive aftermarket sector. The gathering at TAJ Dubai was attended by representatives from over 50 local companies and focused on specialized logistics innovations.
Air New Zealand has launched a new promotion called the Sweetstake, offering a chance for participants to win a share of one million Airpoints Dollars (APD). The competition involves guessing the number of lollies in a giant jar that will tour 11 locations across New Zealand, from Whangārei to Invercargill.
Air New Zealand has initiated its pilot training program, selecting 30 cadets from a pool of over 2,000 applicants. The first group of six trainees is set to begin their journey in the United States today. This marks the start of the Mangōpare Air New Zealand Pilot Cadetship, which was announced in June 2024 as an accelerated pathway for aspiring pilots.
After four decades with Air New Zealand, Captain David Morgan is stepping down from his executive role as Chief Operational Integrity and Safety Officer. Despite leaving the leadership position, Morgan will continue flying for the airline, transitioning to the Airbus A320.
Icelandair and Southwest Airlines have announced a new partnership, marking Icelandair as the first airline partner of Southwest. This collaboration is set to commence in 2025, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two airlines. The agreement aims to facilitate seamless connectivity for passengers traveling across their networks.
The rise of e-commerce is reshaping consumer purchasing habits and business operations globally. In 2023, online retail sales reached $5.7 trillion, with Latin America experiencing a similar growth trend. Sales in the region increased by 14.3% last year, with Colombia witnessing a notable 12% increase.
Air New Zealand is set to resume its seasonal direct flights from Auckland to Hobart, starting at 9:00 am NZT on October 27. The airline will operate these services using A320neo and A321neo aircraft three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. This marks the return of international flights to Tasmania.