The British low-cost airline Easyjet will soon have a new boss. The current CEO will step down at the beginning of 2025. A new boss is to take over at the top of the low-cost airline Easyjet at the beginning of 2025. The current CEO will step down from his position and will be succeeded by the current CFO Kenton Jarvis, as the airline Easyjet announced.
The Austrian airline Austrian Airlines has reported the failure of an Airbus A320neo which was damaged during a towing operation and cannot be used in flight operations. The airline originally wanted to compensate for the failure on its own, but now the airline Air Dolomiti has stepped in and taken over the route. The Austrian airline Austrian Airlines has had to accept the failure of an Airbus A320neo. The reason for the failure is damage caused by a collision during a towing operation. Although this failure could be problematic for the airline, the airline wanted to manage the failure on its own. This will now not happen, as the portal Aero.de reports. The airline Air Dolomiti, which, like Austrian Airlines, belongs to the Lufthansa Group, has agreed to take over the Vienna-Venice route. The four daily flights are to be operated with an Embraer E195, and the replacement by Air Dolomiti is to apply from June to October.
In April 2024, Berlin Brandenburg Airport recorded a significant increase in passenger and cargo traffic. According to preliminary figures from the traffic report, around 2,15 million passengers were counted, an increase of 12,6 percent compared to the same period last year. The busiest day was April 26 with 86.578 passengers. Despite these increases, passenger volume is still well below the figures before the corona pandemic. The number of flight movements also increased at BER in April 2024. A total of 16.689 aircraft took off and landed, an increase of 14,1 percent compared to the same month last year. Nevertheless, this figure remains well below the 2019 figures, when Tegel and Schönefeld together recorded 24.584 takeoffs and landings. Another notable increase was recorded in cargo traffic. In April 2024, around 3.790 tons of air freight were loaded at BER, an increase of 55,8 percent compared to the previous year. Here, too, freight volumes are still well above pre-pandemic figures. Despite the ongoing challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, BER appears to be on the road to recovery, although figures have not yet reached pre-pandemic levels.
Just in time for the start of the autumn holidays in Thuringia, SunExpress, a joint venture between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, is expanding its route network to include Erfurt-Weimar Airport. From September 26, it will be possible to fly directly to Antalya up to three times a week. Bookings can already be made through SunExpress or leading tour operators. "We are delighted to welcome Erfurt-Weimar Airport to our route network and to be able to bring travelers to Antalya during the autumn holidays this year and in summer 2025," says Peter Glade, Commercial Director at SunExpress. The airline plans to further expand its offering for summer 2025 and will offer daily flights from Thuringia to the Turkish Riviera. Susanne Hermann, Managing Director of the airport company, is pleased about SunExpress's upcoming commitment in Erfurt and emphasizes the expansion of the flight offering to Turkey. The direct connections are particularly attractive due to their travel times: The flights depart at night from Erfurt-Weimar to Antalya, so that guests arrive at their holiday destination early in the morning and can make the most of their arrival day - be it on the beach, on the golf course or on a first hike.
This year, Greece remains the top travel destination for Upper Austrians. A total of 12 weekly flights will be flown to the country's breathtaking islands, including Kos, Crete/Heraklion, Rhodes, Kefalonia and, newly added, Lefkas/Epirus and Skiathos. The German charter airline avantiair celebrated the start of the season in cooperation with Rhomberg Reisen with the first flight to Lefkas/Epirus last Saturday. The passengers' anticipation was palpable as they took off from Linz Airport in a 76-seat Dash 8-400 aircraft. Lefkas, known for its beautiful beaches, and the neighboring Epirus, famous for its natural wonders such as the Meteora monasteries and the impressive Vikos Gorge, offer holiday fun at the highest level. Rhomberg Reisen entices with attractive children's packages and makes the region interesting not only for individual travelers, but also for families. With their authentic charm, Lefkas and Epirus remain a real insider tip among the Greek islands.
The airline China Southern plans to resume flights on the Beijing Daxing-Singapore route. Flight operations are scheduled to begin in July 2024. The airline China Southern plans to reactivate flights between Beijing Daxing and Singapore. The route was previously served in March, and the airline operated three weekly flights on the route. However, with the reactivation, which is scheduled to take place on July 1, an increase in flight frequency is also planned. In July, not only will there be three flights per week, China Southern is planning daily flights to Singapore, as the Aero Routes portal reports. The route will be served with an Airbus A321neo.
The Whitsun holidays start next weekend, marking another peak period for travel at Munich Airport. Airlines have registered around 17 flights for the period from May 2 to June 2024, 16.100, an increase of around seven percent compared to the previous year. 2.860 flights are planned for the first holiday weekend alone, and up to 350.000 passengers are expected. Munich Airport offers connections to more than 200 destinations worldwide. Classic holiday destinations such as Italy, Spain, France, Greece and Turkey are particularly popular, with over 320 flights a day. But long-haul destinations such as the USA, Canada and Asian countries such as China, India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand are also very popular. Travelers are advised to check in online in advance and use the evening-before check-in for baggage to ensure a smooth process. On the day of departure, passengers should allow enough time to travel to and stay at the airport. Additional staff will be on-site to assist with any questions. To minimize wait times, it is recommended to take minimal carry-on luggage and pack it so that electronic devices and liquids are easily accessible.
The Egyptian airline Egyptair is planning to resume flights on the Cairo-Abidjan route. Flight operations are scheduled to begin in July. The Egyptian airline Egyptair is planning to resume flights between Cairo and Abidjan. The city in the Ivory Coast is scheduled to be served again from July 9, reports the Aero Routes portal. The route is scheduled to be flown three times a week with an Airbus A320neo.
A coffee break at Cologne/Bonn Airport is now a futuristic experience: Two robot baristas from "MyAppCafé" greet passengers in Terminal 2. Travelers can choose from a wide range of coffee and cocoa specialties via an app or directly at the automated coffee machines. These can be enjoyed not only in classic hot versions, but also as "iced coffee" for refreshing moments. Payment is made contactless either at the device or via the MyAppCafé app. The coffee robots are true all-rounders and can prepare up to four drinks at the same time. Preparing a coffee takes about two minutes, and the "Robocup" creates an impressive 120 drinks per hour. A special highlight is the option of printing individual motifs in the milk foam, be it an airplane, one of 250 other motifs or even your own photo via the app. Frigga Finkentey, Retail Manager at Cologne/Bonn Airport GmbH, emphasizes the quality of the offer and the innovation of the concept, which fits well with the existing gastronomic offerings at the airport. The robot barista, who is now offering his services at Cologne/Bonn Airport, is part of an innovative concept that is also likely to be well received by travelers. The offer ranges from high-quality organic fair trade coffee to delicious extras such as soy milk or various syrup flavors. The prices for the drinks vary between 3,49 and 5,99 euros depending on the type and size. The two vending machines are strategically located in Terminal 2, one in the public area of the departure level under the new green plant wall and the other at the baggage claim.
In Europa-Park, Germany's largest theme park, two traditional classics in the Austrian themed area are shining in new splendor. The "Alpenexpress Enzian" and the "Tiroler Wildwasserbahn" are returning with exciting renovations and invite you to unforgettable adventures. In addition, the "Yomi Adventure Trail" is a completely new high-altitude trail with exciting challenges. The charming Austrian themed area in Europa-Park attracts little adventurers and big explorers with the new "Magic Gorge of Diamonds". The popular pop singer and entertainer Hansi Hinterseer was enthusiastic about the new attractions, including the "Alpenexpress Enzian", the "Tiroler Wildwasserbahn" and the "Yomi Adventure Trail". The "Alpenexpress Enzian" has been completely renovated and now offers even more fun through the picturesque "Magic Gorge of Diamonds". The "Tiroler Wildwasserbahn" also shines in new splendor and promises a refreshing ride in the tree trunk. The "Yomi Adventure Trail" is a completely new attraction that takes brave explorers on adventurous paths up to twelve-meter-high cliffs. In addition to physical exploration, Europa-Park also offers a new virtual reality adventure on the "Alpenexpress Coastiality". The "Gemstone Grotto" invites visitors to explore the home of the mythical creatures and take sparkling souvenirs home with them. The adventure is accompanied by an exciting picture book that tells the story of Fina and the Yomis.
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