British Airways began new service on Monday between London Heathrow and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas. The route is the first regular transatlantic service to operate from the Texan city. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
Delta Air Lines announced that it will invest over three quarter billion dollars to refurbish the interiors of its Boeing 757-200, 737-800, Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft. The upgraded interiors will feature power outlets at every seat, slimmer seats with adjustable headrests, overhauled lavatories, and other features that will enhance passenger comfort. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
Canadian North announced it will expand its passenger and cargo service this year. On June 20, the airline will introduce seasonal, non-stop flights between Iqaluit and Halifax, Nova Scotia, with same-plane service available to St. John’s, Newfoundland. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
United Airlines announced it has added its first Embraer 175 aircraft to its United Express fleet. The airline added additional service between Chicago and both Boston and Washington, D.C. using the new planes. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
Air Canada announced that it has halted flights to Caracas, Venezuela, effective immediately, in response to ongoing civil unrest in the city and country. “Due to ongoing civil unrest in Venezuela, Air Canada can no longer ensure the safety of its operation and has suspended flights to Caracas until further notice,” the airline said Monday in a statement posted on its website. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
A member of the US House of Representatives has introduced a bill to ban the use of mobile phones to make calls during a flight. The bill was presented by republican Bill Shuster to the House on Monday. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is expected to make a decision by Thursday. A recent survey conducted by Frequent Business Traveler found that over 90% of frequent flyers are opposed to in-flight calling. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
American Airlines announced that it took delivery of its first new Bombardier CRJ900 NextGen aircraft, which was unveiled at a media event at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Tuesday. The new jet is the first of 30 CRJ900 NextGen aircraft that American ordered from Bombardier last December. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
Cyprus Airways said it will sell American Airlines its landing slot at London Heathrow Airport on Monday. The airline will receive $31 million for the slot, which will “enhance the company’s liquidity for 2015,” according to a Cyprus news release. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
U.S. regulators downgraded India’s aviation-safety ranking Friday, a move that will crimp plans for India’s airlines to increase service to the U.S. The Federal Aviation Administration announced the change in the country’s status from Category 1 to a Category 2. The change will also mean that current flights will face existing checks, according to India’s Directorate General for Civil Aviation. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...
United Airlines will launch non-stop service between San Francisco and Chengdu, China on Monday. The route is the first-ever service from the North American continent to China’s fourth largest city. (www.frequentbusinesstraveler.com) さらに...