Français »
German "
Search
June 3, 2024

More articles from the category

June 3, 2024

Hand luggage fees: Four low-costers receive fines in Spain

Jan Gruber June 3, 2024 14:05

Spain's Consumer Affairs Ministry has taken a drastic measure, fining four major airlines - Ryanair, Vueling, EasyJet and Volotea - a total of €150 million. This comes following complaints from consumer associations such as Facua, which have taken action against the airlines' practice of charging for hand luggage. The fines also target other practices deemed abusive, including charging for seat reservations next to minors and family members, opaque pricing, as well as refusing to accept cash payments for additional services at airports. While the airlines are taking legal action against the decision, the president of the Association of Airlines, Javier Gándara, argues that the fines are disproportionate and could force up to 50 million passengers to use unnecessary services. He also claims that the decision is contrary to European rules on setting air fares. Facua, on the other hand, supports the fines and expressly encourages consumers to request a refund of these fees in order to stand up for their rights.

Continue reading "

Ita Airways announces Dubai flights

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 13:04

ITA Airways, the national airline of Italy, has announced the launch of a new non-stop service between Rome Fiumicino and Dubai starting from 27 October 2024. This new route is the first addition for the 2024/2025 winter season and is part of the airline's strategy to expand its intercontinental network. Flights will be operated with an Airbus A321neo, known for its increased range and fuel efficiency. The aircraft offers three cabin classes: Business, Premium Economy and Economy, equipped with modern amenities and entertainment systems. Departure from Rome will be at 10:40 am arriving in Dubai at 19:50 pm, while the return flight will depart Dubai at 01:50 am and arrive in Rome at 06:00 am. ITA Airways recorded 2024% passenger growth and 29% revenue growth year-on-year in the first four months of 38. In particular, intercontinental traffic increased by over 50%, with an average load factor of 78%. The airline achieved a regularity of 2024% and a punctuality rate of around 99,9% from January to April 85. Antonino Turicchi, President of ITA Airways, stated: "The opening of this new Rome-Dubai connection is a further step towards the growth of our company. Our successes allow us to invest in the development of the company, with the aim of establishing ourselves as a major player in air transport and in the national economy. The connection between Rome and Dubai will promote tourism and trade between Italy and the United Arab Emirates".

Continue reading "

SAS will fly from Salzburg to Copenhagen for the first time in the summer

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 12:35

The first Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) flight from Salzburg to Copenhagen took off at the weekend. The Scandinavian airline based in Stockholm will connect the city of Mozart with the Danish capital until September 28, 2024. "Copenhagen has now landed in the summer too," says airport manager Bettina Ganghofer happily, "from now on, the route will not only bring guests from Denmark to Salzburg, but will also offer the local population an ideal additional holiday option for a weekend trip to Copenhagen." SAS has been a reliable partner in the winter season for years and brings many winter sports enthusiasts from the far north to Salzburg. This new summer connection will further increase the attractiveness of the flight program from Salzburg. Salzburg, known for its picturesque alpine pastures, impressive gorges, unique lake landscapes, show mines, castles, palaces and historic buildings, offers numerous opportunities for sport and recreation. The addition of Copenhagen to the summer route network enables Danish guests to enjoy the beauty of Salzburg's mountains and lakes even in summer. Deputy Governor Stefan Schnöll emphasised: "The flight programme from Salzburg is very attractive and offers many opportunities to reach destinations worldwide. The city destination Copenhagen is a wonderful addition to the summer route network."

Continue reading "

Domestic flights: Eurowings reactivates Nuremberg-Hamburg

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 12:00

From November 4, 2024, Eurowings will again serve the route between Nuremberg and Hamburg six times a week. This decision comes at the request of many companies and travelers from the Nuremberg metropolitan region who need a fast and time-saving alternative to the rail and road connections, which are problematic due to numerous construction sites. The new flight connection also offers attractive fares and is also ideal for private city trips. To support the expanded flight program, Eurowings has stationed an Airbus A320 aircraft at Nuremberg Airport. The current 2024 summer flight schedule includes ten attractive holiday destinations and cities in Europe, including new destinations such as Rome, Nice and Bastia, which will be served by Eurowings for the first time.

Continue reading "

Salzburg: Turkish Airlines increases frequencies

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 11:08

Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines will now fly to Salzburg Airport nine times a week. The carrier is now offering additional early flights on Mondays and Wednesdays. Since entering the Salzburg market - interrupted by the corona pandemic - Turkish Airlines has gradually increased frequencies. Originally, it offered four weekly flights. The current increase leads to nine rotations per week. The increase will be on Mondays and Wednesdays. New flight schedule: Flight number Flight days Departure Departure time Arrival time Arrival TK1381 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday Istanbul 08:10 09:45 Salzburg TK1382 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday Salzburg 10:40 14:15 Istanbul TK1383 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday Istanbul 16:45 18:20 Salzburg TK1384 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday Salzburg 19:15 22:45 Istanbul

Continue reading "

Olympic Airways unveils refurbished Boeing 727 “Mount Olympus”

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 10:04

In a solemn ceremony held at the Sourmena Stadium in Elliniko, Olympic Airways' historic Boeing 727 "Mount Olympus" was officially unveiled. The aircraft, which had been parked at Elliniko Airport since its last flight in 2001, was originally purchased by Aristotle Onassis for the Olympic Airways fleet in 1968. Andreas Christodoulides, President of the Cypriot company Zela Aviation, purchased the aircraft, refurbished it and donated it to the municipality of Elliniko. The event was attended by high-ranking representatives of the Greek government, local authorities, the business community of Greece and Cyprus, and media representatives. Andreas Christodoulides stressed in his speech that the initiative aims to pass on the history of Elliniko, Olympic Airways and their founder Aristotle Onassis to the younger generations. Christos Staikouras, the Greek Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, praised the aircraft as a living monument of Greek aviation history. Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis described the unveiling as an emotional event and a tangible reminder of a glorious era of Greek aviation. Mayor of Elliniko and Argyroupoli Giannis Konstantatos acknowledged Christodoulides' contribution to preserving Olympic Airways' historical heritage. The Boeing 727 "Mount Olympus" will now decorate Vouliagmenis Avenue at Sourmena Stadium and introduce the public to the fascinating history of the aviation industry.

Continue reading "

Flyadeal orders 51 A320neo series jets

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 09:07

Saudi Arabian low-cost airline Flyadeal today announced a significant order for 51 Airbus narrow-body aircraft, comprising 12 Airbus A320neo and 39 A321neo, to support the next phase of its expansion plans. The historic contract is part of a larger order by parent company Saudia Group for a total of 105 aircraft – the largest in Saudi aviation history. The announcement was made on the opening day of the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh. The contract was signed by His Excellency Saleh Al-Jasser, Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistics, Eng Ibrahim Al-Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Executive Vice-President Sales of Airbus. Steven Greenway, CEO of Flyadeal, stated that this order is a clear statement of intent for Flyadeal's expansion goals. By 2030, the airline plans to expand its fleet from the current 32 Airbus aircraft to over 100 and expand its route network from 30 to over 100 destinations. The new A321neos offer 240 percent more capacity than the current A30s with up to 320 seats and are also fuel efficient, which is in line with the Kingdom's sustainability goals and Vision 2030. Flyadeal's current fleet consists of 21 A320neo and 11 A320ceo, which operate from the Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam hubs. On average, one new aircraft will be added to the fleet every month until the end of 2025.

Continue reading "

Lufthansa flies with A380 between Munich and Washington-Dulles

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 08:35

On May 31, 2024, Munich Airport saw two significant developments in Lufthansa's transatlantic air traffic. In addition to resuming flights to Seattle, a route last served by Condor in 2017, the German airline introduced its Airbus A380 to Washington Dulles. This marks the first time the superjumbo has been used on this route and represents a remarkable milestone for Lufthansa and Munich Airport. Lufthansa has served the Munich-Washington Dulles route since 2005 as part of the Star Alliance. On May 31, 2024, the previously used 340-seat Airbus A600-281 was replaced by the larger 380-seat Airbus A509. This change comes in time for the peak season and offers passengers an even more comfortable travel experience on this 3.705 nautical mile (6.861 km) route. The flight schedule for the route is as follows (all times in local time): These flights with the A380 will be operated until September 30, 2024. From October 1, 2024, the route will be switched to the Airbus A350-900 with 293 seats, which corresponds to a reduction in capacity of 42%. This adjustment is expected to lead to higher yields in the less demanded season. The Airbus A380 in Washington Dulles With the introduction of the Airbus A380 on the route to Washington Dulles, Lufthansa joins the ranks of British Airways and Emirates, who also use the superjumbo on this route. It is the first time since 2019 that three airlines have used the A380 at Dulles at the same time. At that time, Air France was also there, which used the

Continue reading "

Hainan Airlines is back in Vienna

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 08:02

Hainan Airlines, China's largest privately owned airline, resumed its direct connection between Vienna and the high-tech metropolis of Shenzhen on May 29, 2024. The route, which was discontinued in February 2020 due to the pandemic, is now served twice a week with a Boeing 787-9 (Dreamliner). The resumption of flights was officially opened by Zhuo Zhang, General Manager Austria of Hainan Airlines, Ernst Woller, First President of the Vienna State Parliament, and Julian Jäger, CEO of Flughafen Wien AG. Julian Jäger emphasized the importance of the connection: "The resumption of direct flights to Shenzhen strengthens our position as an international hub and offers numerous travel options to and from Vienna." Ernst Woller emphasized the benefits for economic and cultural exchange between Austria and China, while Norbert Kettner, Managing Director of Vienna Tourist Board, underlined the importance for the luxury travel market. The city of Shenzhen, known as one of China's leading technology centers, offers numerous connection options within China with its dense Hainan Airlines route network. The resumption of this connection marks an important milestone for bilateral relations and the promotion of tourism between the two countries.

Continue reading "

Greece: Norse announces Athens-New York

Amely Mizzi June 3, 2024 07:32

Norse Atlantic Airways has launched a new direct service between Athens and New York City. Operating up to five times a week, this route is a significant step for the company as it looks to expand its route network and strengthen its presence in transatlantic air travel. In December 2023, Norse Atlantic Airways announced the expansion of its route network to include a direct service from Athens to New York City. Operating five times a week until October 26, this route will offer passengers a new, convenient way to travel between Greece and the United States. With a block time of 10 hours and 40 minutes westbound and 9 hours and 35 minutes eastbound, Norse Atlantic will use its 787-seat Boeing 338 widebody aircraft on this route. “We are delighted to launch this new direct service, which will offer travelers a convenient and efficient way to travel between Athens and New York. With our commitment to exceptional service and comfort, passengers can expect an unforgettable travel experience with Norse Atlantic,” said Bjorn Tore Larsen, Chairman and Founder of Norse Atlantic Airways. Norse Atlantic’s Boeing 787 aircraft offer two cabin classes: Economy and Norse Premium. The airline offers three fare packages, with prices starting at $260 (one-way) in Economy class and $497 in Premium class. This pricing policy makes the new route attractive for both budget-conscious travelers and those looking for more comfort. Expansion of the US route network According to aviation analytics firm Cirium, Norse Atlantic has planned a total of 2024 round-trip flights to and from July 325.

Continue reading "