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US NewsFrontier Airlines receives coveted IOSA registration
Frontier Airlines has successfully completed the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) and achieved IOSA registration. Frontier is a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. RJET +3.95%. Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost travel service between Las Vegas and Phoenix-Mesa
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) announces new, nonstop jet service between Las Vegas, Nev., andMesa, Ariz., will begin Nov. 17. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service toLas Vegas residents with fares as low as$29.99*one way. Virgin America launches deals on the fly with Loopt
Virgin America is teaming up with Loopt, the geo–social network, to offer travelers mobile check–in rewards at various locations throughout the airline’s sleek and sustainable new home at San Francisco International Airport’s (SFO) Terminal 2 (T2). Tentative seniority list agreement is reached between Southwest Airlines and AirTran pilots
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is pleased to announce a tentative agreement has been reached between the Southwest Airlines Pilots' Association (SWAPA), the union representing Southwest Airlines Pilots, and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the union representing the pilots of AirTran Airways. Southwest Airlines Executives assume new roles
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today announced several executive changes at the Company. Virgin America becomes first airline to launch Gogo's ATG-4 technology
Gogo, the world's leading provider of in-flight connectivity and an innovator in in-flight entertainment, and Virgin America, the airline that is reinventing domestic travel, today announced at the 2011 Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) Expo in Seattle that Virgin America will be the first airline to offer Gogo's next generation ATG-4 service. Southwest Airlines expands Atlanta service with two new nonstop destinations
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today that the carrier is expanding its service plan for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport next year with two additional nonstop destinations, Las Vegas and Phoenix. For sale today, the carrier will add daily, roundtrip flights between Atlanta and Las Vegas and Atlanta and Phoenix for travel beginning March 10, 2012. Spirit Airlines celebrates launch of new nonstop service between San Diego and Las Vegas
Spirit Airlines celebrates launch of new nonstop service between San Diego and Las Vegas Allegiant announces seasonal, nonstop travel service between Knoxville and Las Vegas
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) announces seasonal, nonstop jet service between Knoxville, Tenn., and Las Vegas, Nev., will begin Nov. 18. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Eastern Tennessee residents with fares as low as $109.98* one way. DOT fines JetBlue for violating price advertising rules
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today fined JetBlue Airways $50,000 for violating federal aviation laws and the Department’s rules prohibiting deceptive price advertising in air travel. Frontier Airlines flight attendants ratify first contract
Frontier Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), today ratified a contract that provides job security and protections for the nearly 1,000 Flight Attendants. The agreement, amendable in 2016 with provisions for an early reopener, is the first contract for Frontier Flight Attendants who joined AFA last year. Frontier Airlines to provide charters for Apple Vacations
Frontier Airlines today announced that it has reached a multi-year agreement to provide Apple Vacations charter flights from the United States to international destinations. Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost jet service between Bangor and Fort Lauderdale
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announces new, nonstop jet service between Bangor, Maine, and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., will begin Nov. 17. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Bangor residents with fares as low as $84.99* one way. Frontier Airlines revises policy to provide travelers greater flexibility in advance of Hurricane
Frontier Airlines has revised its policy guidelines to provide customers the flexibility to travel before or after the expected impact of Hurricane Irene on the East Coast. The revised policy applies to guests scheduled to travel to or from Boston, Hartford, Newport News/Williamsburg, New York (LaGuardia), Newark, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. (Reagan) Aug. 24-29, 2011, and who purchased tickets on or before Aug. 24, 2011. Frontier Airlines selects Accertify to provide online fraud protection
Accertify, a leading fraud prevention and risk management provider, announced today that Frontier Airlines, a subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, has signed an agreement to leverage Accertify's comprehensive risk management platform to detect and resolve payment fraud. JetBlue to waive change fees and fare differences to assist customers affected by Hurricane Irene
Customers traveling Thursday, Aug. 25 through Friday, Aug. 26 to/from select cities in Florida may rebook flights through Sunday, Aug. 28 Frontier Airlines provides travelers flexibility in advance of Hurricane Irene
Due to the projected impact of Hurricane Irene on the East Coast, Frontier Airlines has put travel policy guidelines into place for guests scheduled to travel to or from Boston, Hartford, Newport News/Williamsburg, New York (LaGuardia), Newark, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. (Reagan) Aug. 24-29, 2011, and who purchased tickets on or before Aug. 24, 2011. JetBlue and TAM Airlines to partner on flights to Brazil and beyond
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline(TM), and TAM Airlines, the largest airline in Brazil, today announced a new interline partnership to connect travellers to Brazil and beyond via New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport and Orlando International Airport. Southwest Airlines announces fares and flights to/from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is launching new service to Atlanta (ATL) on Feb. 12, 2012, bringing greatly reduced fares and new flexibility for both business and leisure Customers. With initial fares for nonstop travel as low as $79 one-way, the first Southwest flights to and from Georgia will also mark a significant and eagerly anticipated milestone in the carrier’s acquisition of AirTran Airways. Virgin America debuts new Red™ in-flight entertainment line-up with more live TV
Virgin America, the airline that is reinventing domestic travel, today announces a refreshed live satellite television line-up and new content additions to the Red™ in-flight entertainment platform. JetBlue Airways names Bonny Simi Vice President, Talent
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced the promotion of Bonny Simi to the newly created position of Vice President, Talent. In this role, Ms. Simi will oversee the value airline's primary asset, its crewmembers, from hiring to skills development and succession management. Ms. Simi will report to Chief People Officer Joanna Geraghty in the airline's hometown of New York City. Prior to this role, Ms. Simi served as JetBlue's Director, Customer Experience and Analysis at its Customer Support Center in Salt Lake City. She is also an EMBRAER 190 captain for JetBlue. JetBlue to waive change fees and fare differences to assist customers affected by inclement weather
Due to inclement weather forecasted to impact the East Coast, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) will waive change/cancel fees and fare differences for Customers traveling on Sunday, August 21, 2011 to/from the following cities: Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost travel service between Grand Forks and Orlando
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announces new, nonstop jet service between Grand Forks, N.D., and Orlando, Fla., via Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), will begin Nov. 17. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Grand Forks residents with fares as low as $94.99* one way. Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost travel service between Newport News and Orlando
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announces new, nonstop jet service between Newport News, Va., and Orlando, Fla., via Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), will begin Nov. 16. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Southeastern Virginia area residents with fares as low as $64.99* one way. Virgin America and Hertz team up to offer Elevate Loyalty Program members great deals
Virgin America, the award-winning airline that is reinventing travel, announces today that it has partnered with The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ), the world's largest general use airport car rental brand, to offer Virgin America's Elevate loyalty program members exclusive deals on Hertz rental cars wherever the airline flies. Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost travel service between Saginaw and Orlando
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announces new, nonstop jet service between Saginaw, Mich., and Orlando, Fla., via Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), will begin Nov. 3. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Saginaw Valley area residents with fares as low as $59.99* one way. AirTran Airways adds new nonstop route between Baltimore and Aruba
Dreaming of spending the holidays on the beach? Baltimore travelers now have new options to head south for the winter! AirTran Airways announced today that the carrier will add a new nonstop destination from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) with Saturday and Sunday service to Aruba (AUA). Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost travel service between Lafayette and Las Vegas
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) announces new, nonstop jet service between Lafayette, La., and Las Vegas, Nev., will begin Nov. 3. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Lafayette residents with fares as low as $89.99* one way. Allegiant announces nonstop, low-cost travel service between Stockton and Palm Springs
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) announces new, nonstop jet service between Stockton, Calif., and Palm Springs, Calif., will begin Oct. 28. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Stockton residents with fares as low as $39.99* one way. JetBlue Airways statement regarding outcome of unionization election among pilots
JetBlue Airways Corp. (Nasdaq: JBLU) today issued the following statement from President and CEO Dave Barger reacting to the unionization vote among JetBlue's 2,100 pilots, in which the majority of JetBlue Pilots voted to retain their direct relationship with the company: Frontier Airlines expands nonstop service from Kansas City
Kansas City travelers now have two new ways to fly nonstop to their favorite destinations on Frontier Airlines. At a news conference today at Kansas City International Airport, Frontier announced the launch of nonstop service between Kansas City (MCI) and both Houston (HOU) and Las Vegas (LAS) beginning Nov. 1. Frontier Airlines is a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET). AAR wins maintenance and modifications contract from Virgin America
AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) announced today that is has been awarded an eighteen month contract from Virgin America to provide maintenance and installation services for the airline’s growing fleet of Airbus 320 series aircraft. Allegiant: Duluth scores a Hole-in-One
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) announces new, nonstop jet service between Duluth, Minn., and Phoenix-Mesa, Ariz., will begin Oct. 21. The company, known for its exceptional travel deals, will introduce the new service to Duluth with fares as low as $89.99* one-way. Frontier Airlines expands nonstop Florida seasonal service
Midwesterners looking to escape the snow and cold for sun and sand this winter have more reasons than ever to celebrate. Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET), today announced the launch of new nonstop seasonal service to Florida from two Midwestern cities and the reinstatement of seasonal Florida service from two others. VivaAerobus announces flights from Miami and Orlando to Monterrey
VivaAerobus, Mexico's ultra low fares airline, announced today an extension of their presence into the US market, with new flight offerings from the cities of Miami and Orlando to Monterrey, Mexico. Frontier Airlines is Denver’s true low fare airline
New data from the Department of Transportation (DOT) lists Frontier Airlines as having the lowest fares on the majority of routes it serves nonstop from Denver. Frontier is a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET), Virgin America marks fourth year anniversary
This week, Virgin America, the airline that has been reinventing flying since its August 2007 launch, marks its fourth year anniversary with festivities that celebrate the airline's continued job growth, network expansion and innovative service. Spirit Airlines celebrates one year of stress-free boarding
Spirit Airlines (Nasdaq:SAVE) this week is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its unique, innovative and customer-friendly carry-on bag policy. Launched one year ago amidst a media frenzy of emotion, the policy has proven to be a highly effective response to the boarding time maelstrom that still affects the rest of the U.S. airline industry. JetBlue to waive change fees and fare differences to assist customers affected by tropical storm
Due to the forecasted impact of Tropical Storm Emily, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) will waive change fees and fare differences to allow customers booked for travel to or from the Dominican Republic on Wednesday, August 3, 2011, to voluntarily adjust their travel plans. Frontier Airlines flight attendants agree on terms for collective bargaining agreement
Frontier Airlines today announced that the Company and the Association of Flight Attendants CWA (AFA-CWA) have agreed on the terms to be incorporated into a collective bargaining agreement between the Company and its nearly 1,000 flight attendants. Flight Attendant Union secures valuable protections in tentative agreement with Frontier Airlines
Frontier Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA-CWA), today announced a tentative agreement for the nearly 1,000 Flight Attendants. The four-year agreement provides job security and financial stability for Flight Attendants while still providing assistance for the future viability of the airline. Frontier Airlines celebrates Colorado Day with fare sale
Travelers across the country are invited to join the Frontier Airlines animals as they take to the skies to celebrate the 135th anniversary of Colorado statehood on Aug. 1. Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET), today announced its annual Colorado Day sale, offering great fares for fall travel across the lower 48 states. Southwest Airlines offers fares as low as $24 one-way to/from Denver in honor of Colorado Day
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is offering fares starting as low as $24 one-way to/from Denver to celebrate Colorado Day. These fares are available for purchase through 11:59 p.m. PDT on Aug. 1, 2011, for travel beginning Sept. 7, 2011, through Nov. 12, 2011. The time has never been better for Colorado travelers to plan their fall getaway. Frontier Airlines announces $9.99 DEN-ABQ fare
Frontier Airlines today launched a $9.99 one-way fare for flights between Denver and Albuquerque, N.M. JetBlue means business with the introduction of 'BluePass'
In another domestic-industry first, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today introduces BluePass: a three month, unlimited travel option for business customers on flights to select markets from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) or Long Beach Airport (LGB) between Aug. 22 and Nov. 22, 2011 (a). Southwest Airlines declares 140th consecutive quarterly dividend
Southwest Airlines declares 140th consecutive quarterly dividend Southwest Airlines statement regarding appearance Tech vote on its tentative agreement
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today offered a statement in response to the no vote by its Appearance Techs, represented by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), on the tentative agreement it had with the Company: JetBlue to offer the only international service from Westchester County Airport
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), in partnership with the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB), today is pleased to announce plans to further expand its successful Caribbean network with the addition of Westchester County Airport's (HPN) only international flight, offering daily nonstop service to Nassau, Bahamas (NAS). Service takes off November 15, 2011, subject to government approval. Frontier Airlines signs full content and merchandising agreement with Travelport
Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, today announces a new multi-year, full content agreement with Frontier Airlines that makes all of its fares and seat inventory available to Travelport-connected travel agents globally. Spirit Airlines proves lower taxes creates jobs
Following the elimination of several taxes on airline tickets on July 23rd, Spirit's customers began saving up to $50 roundtrip. As a result, the volume of tickets sold jumped over 22 percent week over week in the first three days. Southwest Airlines announces new service
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) and AirTran Airways today each released flight schedules for January 8, 2012, through March 9, 2012. Today's schedule release reflects the first effort by Southwest and AirTran to coordinate published schedules. Frontier Airlines to return to full service Saturday
Frontier Airlines has announced that it expects to return to normal operations, with a full flight schedule by Saturday, July 23. Spirit Airlines gives customers their share of $200 million per week in tax savings
Spirit Airlines (Nasdaq: SAVE) is all about saving customers money and today is no different. Southwest Airlines offers more than seven million rapid rewards points
Going on that next trip may only be a roll away by playing Yahtzee: Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards-Style! The Let 'Em Fly and Win Yahtzee promotion will run through Sept. 30, 2011, and includes a prize pool of more than seven million Rapid Rewards Points for both current and new Rapid Rewards Members. Eaton to Provide Hydraulic Component Repair and Overhaul Services for Southwest Airlines
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation has been selected by Southwest Airlines Co. as one of their component service providers. Southwest Airlines and AirTran Airways Pilots' Unions Reach Agreement in Principle
Southwest Airlines is pleased to announce an agreement in principle between the Southwest Airlines Pilots' Association (SWAPA), the union representing Southwest Airlines Pilots and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the union representing the pilots of AirTran Airways. JetBlue to fly between Burbank and Long Beach on Sat., 16-Jul
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announces the introduction of two special nonstop flights #OverThe405, between Los Angeles' Long Beach Airport and Bob Hope Airport in Burbank this Saturday, July 16, 2011 during 'Carmageddon,' a.k.a. the 405 Freeway closure. Book JetBlue's nonstop service from Hartford to San Juan, Puerto Rico as low as $119 each way
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) announces that its new nonstop flight between Hartford's Bradley International Airport (BDL) and San Juan's Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is on sale today through July 15, 2011 at www.jetblue.com/new as low as $119 (a) each way for travel between January 5 and February 15, 2012. The daily San Juan service begins on January 5, 2012. Frontier Airlines adds nonstop Denver-Rockford service; offers Double EarlyReturns® Miles
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET), today announced plans to add nonstop service between Denver (DEN) and Rockford, Ill. (RFD) to its route map. WFS wins passenger, ramp and cargo handling contracts from Spirit Airlines and Icelandair
New passenger terminal services, ramp and cargo handling contracts have been gained by WFS in North America from Spirit Airlines and Icelandair. JetBlue opens second destination in Costa Rica: Liberia
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today is pleased to announce plans to add four weekly nonstop flights between New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Liberia, Costa Rica's Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) effective November 17, 2011, subject to government approval. Allegiant receives approval from FAA to operate Boeing 757 aircraft type
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) has obtained approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to begin operating the Boeing 757-200 aircraft type. Frontier Airlines begins nonstop service to Branson Airport from Milwaukee
Nonstop flights began Friday, July 1, 2011 on Frontier Airlines, making additional low fare service available for Milwaukee residents to Branson, MO, the Live Music Show Capital of the World. Southwest Airlines: Air fares Starting as Low as $59 One-Way to Select Destinations
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced its newest fare sale today, and it's sure to give Customers even more reasons to book fall and winter travel! The sale offers nationwide air fares starting as low as $59 one-way to select destinations. JetBlue and Qatar Airways Announce Partnership
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), New York's Hometown Airline™, and Qatar Airways, named Airline of the Year at the annual Skytrax World Airline Awards 2011 for its outstanding inflight product and operational excellence, today announced the signing of a new interline agreement to connect travellers seamlessly between the two carriers' networks via New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport. Virgin America and Google Team Up to Keep Travelers Connected With Chromebooks @ 35,000 Feet
Virgin America, the airline that is reinventing domestic flying, today announces that it is teaming up with Google Inc. to offer guests the opportunity to test-fly Google's new Chromebook for free onboard their flight and at select airport gates. Southwest Airlines Cargo selects Descartes to provide its customers with real-time cargo visibility
Descartes Systems Group (TSX:DSG) (Nasdaq:DSGX) announced that Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) has deployed Descartes' cloud-based Air Messaging Service to its Cargo Customers. JetBlue connects Connecticut to the Caribbean with nonstop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq:JBLU) today is pleased to announce plans to add a nonstop daily flight between Hartford's Bradley International Airport (BDL) and San Juan's Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), effective January 2012. Southwest Airlines making schedule changes
Southwest Airlines has notified Nashville International Airport (BNA) of several flight adjustments to its fall/winter seasonal schedule. Southwest will be decreasing the following daily flights beginning Nov. 6, 2011, through Jan. 6, 2012. Frontier Airlines launches new seasonal service between Branson and Both Austin and Phoenix
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET), today announced plans to add nonstop seasonal service between Branson, Mo. (BKG) and both Austin, Texas (AUS) and Phoenix, Ariz. (PHX) to its route map. JetBlue adds fourth daily flight from Boston to Chicago
Boston's largest carrier, JetBlue Airways JBLU, today announced the addition of a fourth daily frequency to its popular Boston-Chicago route just in time for the fall season. Metrolink partners with JetBlue Airways JetBlue passengers ride Metrolink free
Metrolink and jetBlue Airways have announced that jetBlue passengers departing from and arriving at the Burbank Bob Hope Airport may ride free of charge on Metrolink on the day of their flight. JetBlue to order 40 A320neo aircraft
At the Le Bourget International Air Show in Paris today, JetBlue Airways and Airbus announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the airline to purchase 40 A320neo (new engine option) aircraft. The airline has not yet announced its engine selection for the new engine option aircraft. AWAS delivers new A320-200 aircraft to Frontier Airlines
Dublin based aircraft lessor AWAS announced today that it has delivered a new Airbus A320-200 to Frontier Airlines, an operating unit of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Spirit Airlines appoints Chief Operating Officer
Spirit Airlines, Inc. (Nasdaq:SAVE) today announced that it had appointed Tony Lefebvre as its Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. GOL announces notice to shareholders: Dividends payment
GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (BM&FBovespa: GOLL4 and NYSE: GOL), (S&P/Fitch:BB-/BB-, Moody's: Ba3), the largest low-cost and low-fare airline in Latin America, announces to its shareholders that, pursuant to the resolutions of the Ordinary and Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting held on April 27, 2011, dividends will be paid on June 22, 2011. Frontier Airline Pilots Association Members approve agreement with Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines today announced that the membership of the Frontier Airline Pilots Association (FAPA) overwhelmingly ratified an agreement approving their participation in the restructuring of Frontier Airlines. Southwest Airlines celebrates 40 years of service with 40 conservation projects coast-to-coast
In celebration of its 40th Anniversary, Southwest Airlines is teaming up with the Student Conservation Association (SCA) for the Conservation In Action Tour: 40 Projects for 40 Years to take their commitment to volunteerism and their passion for conservation on the road, literally! Spirit Airlines appealing certain aspects of recent Department of Transportation rules
Spirit Airlines, Inc. (Nasdaq:SAVE) announced it was appealing certain aspects of the recent Department of Transportation (DOT) rules that promise to raise significantly the cost of travel to consumers and hamper our nation's economic recovery. Sun Country launches “Soaring” campaign with Washington Monument Replica
Sun Country Airlines launched a new advertising campaign this month with the novel tag line of “soaring,” featured in billboards, LRT wrap, print ads, TV, radio and a newly designed website set to launch mid-July. Virgin America leaps into the future as launch customer for new CFM Engine
Virgin America today announces that it has selected CFM International's advanced LEAP™ engine to power 30 new Airbus A320neo aircraft scheduled to begin delivery in 2016. JetBlue Airways gives customers even more(TM): Introducing even more space and even more speed
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), the New York-based airline known for offering customers unmatched value for all, today introduced the first of its Even More(TM) suite of products and services: Even More Space and Even More Speed. Southwest Airlines and AirTran Airways add service to Milwaukee
Southwest Airlines and AirTran Airways today announced additional service coming to Milwaukee. Southwest pilots applaud termination of SkyWest codeshare
The Southwest Airlines Pilots' Association (SWAPA) applauds Southwest Airlines' recognition of their Collective Bargaining Agreement with the pilots and the contract's prohibition of domestic codeshare. Southwest Airlines begins daily nonstop service between Jacksonville and Denver
Southwest Airlines began new daily nonstop service between Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and Denver International Airport (DEN) on Sunday, June 5. Frontier Airlines launches service to San Antonio and Minneapolis
Beginning this week, Kansas City-area travelers will have two new travel options when Frontier Airlines launches nonstop service between its hub at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and both San Antonio (SAT) and Minneapolis/St. Paul (MSP). Virgin America names new SVP and Chief Financial Officer
Virgin America, the award-winning domestic airline, today announces the appointment of Peter D. Hunt as the Company's new Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective July 11, 2011. Republic Airways names Cliff Van Leuven Vice President, Customer Service for Frontier Airlines
Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET) today announced that it has named Cliff Van Leuven vice president, Customer Service to oversee its Frontier Airlines branded operations. US Airways and Spirit Airlines benefit from new revenue drivers
In recent quarters, Airlines have managed to post impressive profits despite rising fuel prices pushing operational costs higher and competitive pressures holding down air fares. AirTran Airways partners with Expedia Affiliate Network to enhance travel offering
Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN), a division within the Expedia, Inc. group dedicated to private label partnerships, announced a partnership today with AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co. JetBlue begins non-stop summer flights between New York and Martha's Vineyard
JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:JBLU) today begins non-stop service to Martha’s Vineyard from its home at New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. Spirit Airlines announces pricing of Initial Public Offering
Spirit Airlines, Inc. (Nasdaq GS: SAVE) announced today that it has priced its initial public offering of 15,600,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $12.00 per share. Touchdown Bermuda: AirTran Airways launches new service between Atlanta and Bermuda
AirTran Airways, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines, Co. (NYSE: LUV), today began daily nonstop service between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and L.F. Wade International Airport in St. George's, Bermuda. Spirit Airlines starts service to Las Vegas from Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines has started five daily non-stop flights between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Virgin America lands in Chicago with a knockout fare sale, groupon and triple points offer
Virgin America, the new domestic airline that is reinventing travel, today launches its lowfare, upscale service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), with daily nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Allegiant names Reichartz Senior Vice President of Marketing
Allegiant Travel Company (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announced Michael Reichartz has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Marketing. JetBlue flies to the last frontier with seasonal nonstop service to Anchorage, Alaska from Long Beach
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today is pleased to bring its award-winning service and in-flight experience to farther reaches with the addition of its 65th BlueCity: Anchorage, Alaska. New nonstop JetBlue service from Jacksonville to San Juan, P.R., begins today - 19-May-2011
JetBlue Airways began daily nonstop service between Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan today, offering regional travelers new options to reach the Caribbean and Latin America. Southwest Airlines declares 139th consecutive quarterly dividend
Southwest Airlines declares 139th consecutive quarterly dividend JetBlue announces fifth Dominican destination: La Romana
New York's hometown airline, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), today is pleased to announce plans to expand its award-winning service and in-flight experience to its fifth destination in the Dominican Republic and its 67th BlueCity with the addition of La Romana, subject to receipt of government approval. Virgin Blue Holdings Limited (ASX: VBA) Virgin Australia welcomes DOT’s proposed approval
Virgin Blue Holdings Limited (ASX: VBA) Virgin Australia welcomes DOT’s proposed approval antitrust immunity with Delta Frontier Airlines' communications strategy takes flight as company names MWW Group its PR Agency
MWW Group (www.mww.com), one of the top ten global independent public relations firms, announced today that it was selected in a competitive agency review to serve as agency of record for Frontier Airlines. JetBlue's daily nonstop service from Los Angeles/LAX to Ft. Lauderdale begins today
Award-winning JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) is proud to launch its 'Hollywood to Hollywood' flight today with daily nonstop service between Los Angeles International (LAX) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) airports. Frontier Airlines expands deployment of advanced NCR self-service kiosks in the U.S.
NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) and Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: RJET), today announced the roll-out of 75 NCR TouchPort™ 70 kiosks to an additional 14 airports across the U.S. The deployment expands the existing footprint of Frontier Airlines’ kiosks, facilitating quick and convenient self-service check-in and other flight related services. Southwest Airlines to increase service to Mexico with Volaris partnership
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today more than doubled the number of Southwest markets able to connect to Mexico, through both Chicago Midway and Las Vegas. Southwest Airlines announces reporting structure of AirTran and leadership changes
Following its acquisition of AirTran Airways on Monday, Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced to the Employees of both airlines today the new leadership structure for the combined Company. Frontier resumes seasonal Milwaukee-Branson service
Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ:RJET) today announced it will resume seasonal nonstop service between its Milwaukee hub and Branson, Mo. with three weekly roundtrips beginning July 1, 2011, through Dec. 14, 2011. Southwest Airlines Co. announces fundamental change, right to convert, and redemption notification
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that it is notifying holders of the $5,472,000 outstanding principal amount of its 7% Convertible Notes due 2023 (the Notes) that they have an option, pursuant to the terms of the Notes, to require Southwest to purchase, on June 6, 2011, all or a portion of such holders' Notes (the Redemption Option) for cash at a price equal to $1,000 per $1,000 principal amount of the Notes, plus any accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, June 6, 2011. JetBlue begins four daily flights from Boston to Newark: It's now affordable
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), Boston's largest carrier, today begins four daily flights between Boston's Logan International Airport and Newark's Liberty International Airport, complementing its existing schedule of frequent daily flights between Boston and New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport. Fitch rates Southwest Airlines' revolving credit facility 'BBB'
Fitch Ratings has assigned a rating of 'BBB' to Southwest Airlines Co.'s new $800 million unsecured revolving credit facility. AirTran pilots reflect on past achievements, committed to the success of Southwest Airlines
Linden Hillman, chairman of the AirTran unit of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), issued the following statement in recognition of today’s corporate closing between AirTran Airways and Southwest Airlines. JetBlue and Icelandair partner to provide new travel options from North America throughout Europe
JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ: JBLU), New York's hometown airline, and Icelandair, the flagship carrier of Iceland, today announced the launch of a new interline partnership at a ceremony in New York. Virgin America asks Chicagoans to take the 'Flight for Chicago' Facebook challenge
Virgin America, the new airline that is anything but ordinary, today launches a social media-driven digital marketing campaign that invites flyers in its newest market to take the Flight for Chicago Challenge. Flight attendants ratify new contract with AirTran Airways
AirTran Airways Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), ratified a two-year agreement today that includes pay increases and enhanced work rules for the over 2,000 Flight Attendants. AirTran Airways signs partnership agreement with Expedia
Expedia, Inc., the world's largest online travel company (Nasdaq: EXPE), today announced it has signed a marketing and distribution agreement with AirTran Airways (NYSE: AAI), one of the largest low-cost scheduled airlines in the United States offering more than 700 daily flights to more than 60 destinations across the US and the Caribbean. JetBlue.com just got a lot bigger; partner airline flights now available
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) is making it even easier to travel on its interline partners with today's announcement that tickets that include travel on Aer Lingus (LSE:AERL), American Airlines (NYSE: AMR) and Cape Air are now available for sale on jetblue.com. AirTran Airways flight attendants ratify collective bargaining agreement
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: AAI) announced today the successful ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement with its flight attendants. JetBlue reaches milestone at Boston Logan International Airport: 100 daily flights
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), the largest airline serving Boston Logan International Airport and the Official Airline of the Boston Red Sox, today reached a milestone with its first day operating 100 flights at the airport. Southwest Airlines pilots, AirTran pilots, and carriers reach four-party agreement
Earlier today, the respective Unions representing Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) and AirTran Airways Pilots, as well as both Companies signed a Four-Party Process Agreement that provides for the two pilot groups to begin their seniority integration discussions prior to legal closing of the AirTran acquisition. JetBlue announces its intent to launch service from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to St. Maarten
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), the largest carrier in Puerto Rico in terms of capacity, is making it even easier to travel between San Juan and neighboring Caribbean islands with the announcement of plans to launch nonstop daily service to St. Maarten (SXM), subject to receipt of government approval. Virgin America welcomes first commercial travelers to its new Terminal 2 home
Virgin America, the airline on a mission to reinvent domestic travel, today opens its modern and stylish new doors to its first commercial guests at San Francisco International Airport's (SFO) Terminal 2. Frontier Airlines makes travel better and different with new guest enhancements
Frontier Airlines today announced a move to significantly enhance the guest experience with new fee reductions and policy changes effective for tickets purchased on or after today, April 13, 2011. Spirit Airlines launches all new credit card with two miles earned per dollar on all purchases
Spirit Airlines’ offers the best value in travel and this week is introducing a fast and easy way to earn airfares with the new Spirit credit card. Frontier Airlines partners with the Wilderness Society
In further support of the communities in which it flies, Frontier Airlines is pleased to announce a partnership with The Wilderness Society, a leading public-lands conservation organization working to protect wilderness and inspire Americans to care for our wild places. TeamSAI, Inc. adds Spirit Airlines as M&E solutions customer
TeamSAI M&E Solutions has entered into an agreement to provide “Center of Excellence” technical services for Spirit Airlines, a leading Ultra Low Cost Carrier (ULCC). The Zacks Analyst: United Continental Holdings, Delta Air Lines, Southwest, AirTran Holdings and AMR
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL), Delta Air Lines (DAL), Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV), AirTran Holdings (AAI) and AMR Corporation (AMR). Virgin America launches 'Breath of Fresh Airline™' campaign
Virgin America, the airline that is reinventing domestic flying, today announces the launch of its new national multi-media Breath of Fresh Airline advertising and marketing campaign. Virgin America unveils new onboard menu and celebrates sustainable and local cuisine
Virgin America, the California-based airline known for its fresh, award-winning in-flight cuisine, today launches its spring in-flight menu and joins with San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to celebrate the food at its new home at San Francisco International Airport's Terminal 2 (T2). AirTran Airways proclaims "Bermuda Shorts Day" in Baltimore/Washington
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), today began new nonstop service between Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and L.F. Wade International Airport in St. George's, Bermuda. Southwest Airlines celebrates 15 years of service at Orlando International Airport
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) celebrates 15 years of service today at Orlando International Airport (MCO) with a special anniversary party at the airport. Allegiant Air selects AmSafe’s lightweight passenger seatbelt
AmSafe® Industries, Inc., the leading provider of highly engineered restraint systems, today announced that Allegiant Air will equip their MD-80 aircraft with AmSafe’s next generation lightweight passenger seatbelt. WestJet fleet not part of FAA inspection
WestJet today provided information regarding the airworthiness directive (AD) which was issued by the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) in light of the recent depressurization incident on board a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-300 series aircraft on April 1, 2011. AirTran Airways launches nonstop service between Tampa and San Juan
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), today launched new daily nonstop service between Tampa International Airport and San Juan Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in Puerto Rico. Spirit Airlines kicks off nationwide mega miles giveaway tour
Spirit Airlines today announced that the carrier is hitting the road this spring to host its first-ever Mega Miles Giveaway Tour as it visits more than 20 cities across the United States giving away a million miles at each stop. JetBlue names Harry L. Spencer Vice President Compensation and Benefits
JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announces the appointment of Harry L. Spencer to the position of Vice President, Compensation and Benefits. Mr. Spencer joins the New York-based airline today and will report to Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue's Executive Vice President, Chief People Officer. ViaSat formalizes agreement with JetBlue Airways for Ka-band in-flight high-speed internet service
ViaSat Inc. (Nasdaq: VSAT) and JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) have reached a definitive agreement to deploy the first Ka-band commercial aviation broadband network using ViaSat-1, the world's highest capacity Ka-band satellite. CAPA Membership Southwest Airlines continues inspections of 737-300 fleet
Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) today provided several updates related to the ongoing inspections of a subset of its Boeing 737 fleet: Southwest Airlines works to minimize customer delays as it inspects aircraft
Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) said today it is working with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to determine the cause of a depressurization event during a Phoenix- Sacramento flight on Friday that diverted to Yuma, Ariz. AirTran Airways and Georgia Aquarium unveil Dolphin 1
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), and Georgia Aquarium today unveiled a custom designed aircraft celebrating their long partnership. JetBlue Airways: Additional summer service from New York to Barbados
Barbados will get additional summer service as JetBlue Airways is introducing twice daily non-stop service to the sun-drenched island of Barbados for the period July 14th through August 29th 2011 just in time for the island's sizzling Summer festivities including Barbados' legendary annual Crop Over Festival. AirTran employees choose Machinists Union
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today announced AirTran Airline’s 2,900 Fleet and Passenger Service/Reservation employees have voted to join the Machinists Union. Southwest Airlines rocks New Jersey
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today celebrates the airline's new service into the New Jersey/New York area via Newark Liberty International Airport. Southwest Airlines names new Vice President of Cargo & Charters
Southwest Airlines is pleased to announce that Matt Buckley has been promoted to Vice President Cargo & Charters. Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air operations nearly normal after computer system is restored
A computer system outage that disrupted Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air flights yesterday has been resolved. The majority of Alaska and Horizon flights are operating on time although the airlines have delayed about a dozen flights due to crew scheduling issues. Southwest Airlines amps it up in music city to celebrate 25 years of service at Nashville Int
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is proud to celebrate 25 years of service at Nashville International Airport and will host an anniversary party today. Virgin America names Mark Bianchi Senior Vice President of Technical Operations
Virgin America today announces the appointment of Mark Bianchi as the airline's Senior Vice President of Technical Operations. AirTran stockholders approve Southwest merger
AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), the parent company of AirTran Airways, announced today that its stockholders voted overwhelmingly to approve the merger of a wholly-owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) with and into AirTran at a special meeting held today in Orlando. Southwest stock clerks ratify new contract
Stock clerks at Southwest Airlines ratified a new, five-year agreement with the company, Capt. David Bourne, Director of the Teamsters Airline Division, announced today. AirTran Airways and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA reach tentative agreement
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: AAI) today announced it has reached a tentative agreement on terms of a new two-year flight attendant collective bargaining agreement with the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO (AFA). Southwest Airlines and Teamsters Union announce contract ratification
Southwest Airlines and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Airlines Division, representing the carrier's Material Specialists (formerly known as Stock Clerks), announced today that the IBT membership ratified a mutually beneficial tentative agreement. JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic team up on Transatlantic travel
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), New York's hometown airline, and Virgin Atlantic, the award-winning long-haul airline, today announced the launch of a new transatlantic interline partnership that links the networks of two of aviation's most iconic brands. Southwest seeks Mediation
Low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has decided to seek assistance from the National Mediation Board. This will be through a mediation process defined by the Railway Labor Act. CAIR: San Diego Muslim removed from Southwest Airlines flight
On Wednesday, March 16, the San Diego chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-San Diego) will hold a news conference with a Muslim passenger removed without explanation from a Southwest Airlines flight on Sunday. Virgin America launches Elevate, Inc. corporate rewards program for small business
Virgin America, the California-based airline that is reinventing flying today announces Elevate, Inc., a corporate rewards program aimed at small and medium-sized businesses. Southwest Airlines begins South Carolina service
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today celebrates the airline's new service in the Palmetto State by bringing its big planes and little fares to Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP) and Charleston (CHS). GOL enlists GE Aviation's support to prepare for flying RNP-AR in Brazil
GOL Transportes Aereos, a leading Brazilian airline, has selected GE Aviation's PBN Services to assist them in obtaining regulatory authorization to fly Required Navigation Performance (RNP) flight procedures in Brazil. Allegiant Travel Company to execute $125 million term loan
Allegiant Travel Company (Nasdaq:ALGT), has announced that it will borrow $125.0 million on or about March 10, 2011, under a senior secured term loan facility arranged through Citadel Securities. GOL enlists GE Aviation’s support to prepare for flying RNP-AR in Brazil
GOL Transportes Aereos, a leading Brazilian airline, has selected GE Aviation’s PBN Services to assist them in obtaining regulatory authorization to fly Required Navigation Performance (RNP) flight procedures in Brazil. Once approved, the airline will be allowed to fly RNP paths in its fleet of Boeing 737s, reducing fuel consumption and emissions while increasing airspace capacity. Virgin America selects reval for commodities hedging
Domestic airline Virgin America has selected Reval’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution to support the derivative risk management and hedge accounting of its commodities portfolio, announced Reval (www.reval.com), the global leader of corporate financial risk management solutions. JetBlue and LAN partner to offer new interline connections between the Americas
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq:JBLU), New York's hometown airline, and LAN Airlines S.A. (NYSE:LFL) and its affiliates LAN Peru, LAN Argentina and LAN Ecuador, one of the leading group of airlines in Latin America, today announce the launch of interline agreements that bring new connecting options for travelers flying between major destinations throughout the Americas via New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport. Allegiance partners with JetBlue to elevate the customer experience
Allegiance, Inc., a provider of VOCi (Voice of Customer Intelligence) technology and services, announced today that JetBlue Airways has partnered with Allegiance to quickly uncover insights from customer and crewmember feedback to identify areas that can be applied to improve the customer experience. JetBlue Airways introduces 'I Heart Blue York,' in partnership with Empire State Development
New York-based JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), in partnership with Empire State Development (ESD), today immortalized its hometown status with the unveiling of an Airbus A320 aircraft, aptly named I HeartBlue York, featuring the airline's co-branded trademark with New York State's iconic I LOVE NEW YORK tourism campaign and logo. Hertz Rent2Buy Program takes flight with AirTran Airways
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), and The Hertz Corporation's (NYSE: HTZ) online car sales program, Hertz Rent2Buy, announced today a new partnership to enable customers to earn free* flights while getting a great deal on a vehicle. WestJet, Delta Air Lines launch interline agreement
WestJet and Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today announced the immediate start of an interline agreement. Frontier Airlines adds new Michigan and Wisconsin Cities
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), is excited to announce it will begin new service to Ironwood, Mich. (IWD), Manistee, Mich. (MBL), and Rhinelander, Wis. (RHI) from its Milwaukee hub beginning April 18, 2011. These routes will be operated by Frontier’s 37-seat Embraer 135 jet aircraft. Orlando Sanford welcomes home 10 Allegiant routes
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) welcomes home today the first of 10 Allegiant routes that were previously moved from SFB to Orlando International Airport (MCO) in February 2010. AirTran Airways announces promotion with Gogo Inflight Internet and Ford to bring Facebook complimen
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: AAI), today announced a promotion with Gogo Inflight Internet and the Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) that will offer complimentary access to social networking site Facebook to its customers during the month of February. JetBlue to waive change fees and fare differences to assist customers affected by Mid-Atlantic
Due to inclement weather forecast to impact the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) will waive change fees and fare differences to give customers booked for travel to, from, or through select cities on Tues., February 1 and Wed., February 2, the opportunity to voluntarily rebook for new flights that depart anytime through Sun., Feb. 6, 2011. JetBlue receives encore from LAX travelers: Daily nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale set to begin
Customer-favorite JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), known for free perks including a first checked bag (b) and live entertainment on personal seatback TVs (c), today announces a shift in daily nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) from Long Beach to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) beginning May 11, 2011. Frontier Airlines provides travelers with flexibility in advance of Midwest winter storm
In response to a forecasts for significant winter weather across the Midwest, Frontier Airlines has put the following travel policy guidelines into place for all customers scheduled to/from or through its Milwaukee (MKE) hub, Appleton (ATW), Chicago (MDW), Green Bay (GRB), Kansas City (MCI) and Madison (MSN) Feb 1-3, 2011, who purchased tickets on or before Jan. 30, 2011. Allegiant names Allard Chief Information Officer, announces new Vice Presidents
Allegiant Travel Company (Nasdaq:ALGT) today announced Scott Allard will join the Company as Chief Information Officer. Captain Greg Baden has joined the Company as Vice President, Flight Operations/Systems Operational Command (SOC), and Greg Rehwaldt joins as the Company's Vice President of Stations. Southwest Airlines declares 138th consecutive quarterly dividend
Southwest Airlines declares 138th consecutive quarterly dividend Lufthansa Technik: Component services for USA3000 Airlines
USA3000 Airlines and Lufthansa Technik have signed a multi-year contract regarding component services for a total of five Airbus A320-200 aircraft. AirTran Airways expands Caribbean flight options and unveils seasonal service schedule
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AAI - News), today announced the continued expansion of its burgeoning Caribbean flight schedule while unveiling its seasonal travel schedule. Virgin America partners with Sabre to fuel growth
Virgin America, the fast-growing domestic airline, today announces the selection of Sabre Airline Solutions' SabreSonic Customer Sales and Service (CSS) to power its reservations system. Virgin America adds more flights to Dallas Fort-Worth
Virgin America today announces it will add additional daily nonstop flights to Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) from both Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) beginning April 6, 2011. AWAS delivers the first of three new A320-200s to Frontier Airlines
Dublin based aircraft lessor, AWAS, announced today that it has delivered a new Airbus A320-200 to Frontier Airlines, an operating unit of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. The second and third A320s will be delivered in March and June, respectively. GE Capital Aviation Services delivers new Airbus A320s to Virgin America
GE Capital Aviation Services Inc. (GECAS), the commercial aircraft leasing and financing arm of GE, today announced delivery of a new Airbus A320 aircraft to Virgin America. Virgin America is a new U.S. airline that continues to experience significant growth with the addition of four new destinations in 2010. Airbus celebrates its 10,000th order with Virgin America’s 60 A320 deal
Airbus announced this morning its 10,000th order with a firm contract from Virgin America for 60 A320s, including 30 A320neo aircraft. Frontier Airlines kicks off Omaha expansion
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET), is kicking off its Omaha (OMA) expansion this weekend with the return of seasonal non-stop service to Orlando (MCO) and St. Petersburg/Clearwater (PIE) and the launch of new non-stop service to the sunny beaches of San Diego (SAN). Sun Country Airlines summer schedule
Sun Country Airlines announced today details of their summer flying schedule. Sun Country’s newest addition to the schedule is service into Washington D.C.’s Reagan National Airport with an intermediate stop at the Capital Region International Airport in Lansing, MI. AirTran Airways customers affected by winter weather in Atlanta may change travel plans
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: AAI), advises passengers that due to a winter weather system expected to affect Atlanta, some flight operations may be affected, resulting in flight delays and/or cancellations. Frontier Airlines provides travelers with flexibility in advance of winter weather
In response to a forecasts for significant winter weather in Colorado and Georgia, Frontier Airlines has put the following travel policy guidelines into place for all customers scheduled to/from or through Denver (DEN), Colorado Springs (COS) and Atlanta (ATL) Jan. 9 and 10, 2011, who purchased tickets on or before Jan. 8, 2011. Virgin America kicks off New Year with fresh new menus for foodie flyers
Virgin America, the California-based airline known for its award-winning cuisine, today introduces new menus for the New Year for guests in its First Class, Main Cabin Select and Main Cabin service. Southwest Airlines introduces the all-new rapid rewards program
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today is unveiling the details of the All-New Rapid Rewards program, the carrier's frequent flyer program, which will officially launch on March 1, 2011. JetBlue to waive change fees and fare differences to assist customers affected by Northeast weather
Due to inclement weather forecast to impact the Northeastern United States, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) will waive change fees and fare differences to give customers booked for travel to, from, or through select cities between Friday, Jan. 7, 2011 and Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, the opportunity to voluntarily rebook for new flights that depart anytime through Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011. Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air launch New Year's fare sale
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air have launched a New Year's sale with airfare to several popular Hawaiian destinations starting at $159. Fares are available for travel throughout the Lower 48 states and Hawaii, and are good for travel between Jan. 11 and Feb. 17, 2011. “Auld Lang Syne” means sale at Frontier Airlines
As we kick off 2011, Frontier’s favorite “spokeanimals” are singing their favorite tune, “Auld Lang Syne,” which means it’s time for the best sale of the year … so far! Virgin America announces its new year's resolution for slimmer fares*
Virgin America, the California-based airline, today announces a New Year's fare sale, featuring even slimmer fares on the airline that's reinventing flying as we know it. Allegiant flight attendants elect Union representation
Allegiant (Nasdaq:ALGT) has received notification from the National Mediation Board (NMB) that employees voting in the flight attendant election have chosen to be represented by the Transport Workers Union (TWU). JetBlue President and CEO Dave Barger extends employment agreement to 2015
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced the extension of Dave Barger's employment agreement two years, to 2015. Mr. Barger serves as the company's President and Chief Executive Officer. Sun Country Airlines flies UK to Mall of America®
Brits can now experience world-class shopping in the U.S. at Bloomington’s Mall of America® for a fabulous price with the 2011 return of Sun Country Airlines’ service to Minneapolis St. Paul. Sun Country will offer direct flights from London Gatwick to the Midwest’s twin cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul twice weekly from May 28, 2011 through September 3, 2011. Indaba Wines to board JetBlue Airways
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : JetBlue Airways and their “Low-Fare Sommelier” Joshua Wesson, co-founder of Best Cellars Inc., have chosen Indaba Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot as the latest selection of pours for the low-cost carrier's in-flight wine program. Virgin America goes South of the border, celebrates first flight to Los Cabos, Mexico
Virgin America, the award-winning California-based airline, today announces its first flight south of the border to service San Jose del Cabo International Airport (SJD). Frontier Airlines starts Steamboat Springs/Hayden service
Frontier Airlines is celebrating ski season as it kicks off seasonal nonstop service between its Denver International Airport (DEN) hub and the Steamboat Springs/Hayden airport (HDN). The daily roundtrip flight begins Dec. 16, 2010, and runs through April 10, 2011. The addition of the seasonal Steamboat Springs service brings Frontier’s Colorado destinations to five. Southwest Airlines and Flight Simulator Technicians ratify contract extension
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is pleased to announce that its Flight Simulator Technicians, represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Airlines Division, voted to ratify an extension to their current agreement. Southwest Airlines announces 20 firm Boeing 737-800 deliveries in 2012
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Today, Gary Kelly, Southwest Airlines Chairman, President, and CEO spoke at the Wings Club in New York City and shared additional details on introducing the Boeing 737-800 to the Southwest fleet. Southwest Airlines to offer more new service and more low fares from Newark Liberty International
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Today, Southwest Airlines announced ten additional daily nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with three daily nonstops to Baltimore/Washington International (BWI), three daily nonstops to Denver International (DIA), two daily nonstops from Houston Hobby (HOU), and two daily nonstops to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), beginning June 5, 2011. Virgin America and Virgin Blue crew exchange takes off: Blue crew land in America
Virgin America, the California-based airline, announces it is welcoming Virgin Blue crew members to its award-winning in-flight team. Airtran Airways celebrates 10 years at Pittsburgh International Airport
AirTran Airways celebrated ten years of service at Pittsburgh International Airport (www.FlyPittsburgh.com) today with an event for passengers at its gates. Southwest Airlines statement regarding stock clerk vote on its tentative agreement
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today offered a statement in response to the no vote by its Stock Clerks, represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Airlines Division on the tentative agreement it had with the Company: Frontier Airlines launches 12 deals of Christmas sale
With only 12 days until Christmas, Frontier Airlines is getting into the spirit of things with its 12 Deals of Christmas Sale! Starting today, and running through Dec. 24, 2010, log on to FrontierAirlines.com to check out the deal of the day. JetBlue promotes Jeffrey Goodell to Vice President of Government Affairs
JetBlue Airways Corporation (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announces the promotion of Jeffrey Goodell from Director to Vice President of Government Affairs, effective immediately. Sun Country Airlines awarded rights to serve Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Sun Country Airlines today announced that they have been selected by the U.S. Department of Transportation to serve Washington National Airport from Lansing, Michigan. Southwest Airlines honored by the American Meteorological Society
Southwest Airlines' in-house Meteorology Team was recently recognized when the Council of the American Meteorological Society (AMS) named Rick Curtis, Southwest's Chief Meteorologist, the recipient of the 2010 Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Advance of Applied Meteorology. AirTran Airways announces seasonal service to the beautiful beaches of Bermuda
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Today at Network Latin America 2010, AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), announced new nonstop, seasonal service to L.F. Wade International Airport in Bermuda, from Baltimore/Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Frontier Airlines adds Denver frequencies with new schedule
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), today announced an increase in flights from its Denver International Airport hub (DEN) to Chicago-Midway (MDW), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), New York-LaGuardia (LGA) and Sacramento, Calif. (SMF) beginning this spring. The new flights, and Frontier’s complete summer schedule, are now available for purchase through Sept. 10, 2011, at FrontierAirlines.com. Virgin America Lands in Dallas-Fort Worth & Celebrates with a Secret Performance by Willie Nelson
Virgin America, the California-based domestic airline, today celebrates the launch of its new upscale, low fare service to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) the twelfth airport in its growing network and first mid-continent destination. Southwest Airlines Pilot's Union ratifies Boeing 737-800 tentative agreement
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is pleased to announce that its Pilots, represented by the Southwest Airlines' Pilots' Association (SWAPA), voted to ratify a tentative agreement reached with the Company in October to add the Boeing 737-800 to the current collective bargaining agreement. JetBlue to fly five times daily between Long Beach and Las Vegas
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), the airline with the most flights to the most destinations at L.A.'s convenient Long Beach Airport today announces an increase in departures on its popular service to Las Vegas along with great fares and winning prices on Getaways vacation packages. Southwest Airlines offers nationwide fare sale for winter travel
There may be a chill in the air, but Southwest Airlines is offering hot travel deals! Southwest Airlines is offering Customers nationwide air fares starting as low as $59 one-way to select destinations for travel any day of the week. Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air launch winter fare sale
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air launched an eight-day sale today featuring low fares to most of the carriers' destinations for travel before and after the holidays. JetBlue Airways ranks #1 in Zagat's airline survey for third straight year as 'Top Rated Large
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today received honors in six categories in this year's Zagat Airline Survey, including #1 for 'Best Rated Large Domestic Airline' for Economy Class and 'Best In-flight Entertainment' for domestic flights for the third straight year. Southwest Airlines names new Vice President of Network planning
Southwest Airlines is pleased to announce John Jamotta as the new Vice President of Network Planning. John has been with Southwest Airlines and Network Planning--formerly known as Schedule Planning--since 1987, serving as Senior Director for the past seven years and leading the integrated planning function within Network Planning. Southwest Airlines and Windows make the airport a one-stop-shop for holiday travel
If you're traveling on Southwest Airlines this holiday season, you're sure to be put on the Nice List! Southwest and Microsoft Windows 7 have partnered to make your holiday travel experience jollier with Holiday Photos on the Fly. Frontier Airlines signs 3-year pact for cargo data management’s web-based cargo system
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Cargo Data Management announced today that it will install and implement its hosted, browser-based booking, tracking, and cargo revenue accounting system at Frontier Airlines. AirTran Airways pilots reach new contract with management
The pilots of AirTran Airways, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), have ratified a tentative agreement with AirTran management after almost six years of negotiations. Allegiant announces new flights between Las Vegas and Long Beach
Las Vegas based, Allegiant (Nasdaq: ALGT), today announces low-cost, nonstop travel service between Las Vegas and Long Beach, Calif., will begin Dec. 15. Southwest Airlines flight attendants' Union ratifies Boeing 737-800 tentative agreement
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is pleased to announce that its Flight Attendants, represented by the Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 556, voted to ratify a tentative agreement reached with the Company in September to add the Boeing 737-800 to the current collective bargaining agreement. Frontier launches nonstop service between Milwaukee and St. Petersburg/Clearwater
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), is today launching nonstop service between its Milwaukee (MKE) hub and St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Southwest Airlines appoints new member to Board of Directors
The Southwest Airlines Board of Directors today appointed Tom Nealon to the Board, effective December 1, 2010. American Airlines and JetBlue Airways launch reciprocal frequent flyer agreement
American Airlines and JetBlue Airways announced today the launch of a reciprocal frequent flyer agreement, effective Nov. 18, which allows members of the American Airlines AAdvantage(R) program and JetBlue's TrueBlue(R) customer loyalty program to earn AAdvantage miles or TrueBlue points, respectively, in select markets. JetBlue to fly to Connecticut with new service at Bradley International Airport
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today is pleased to launch its award-winning, low-fare service and preferred product with new flights out of Hartford, Connecticut's Bradley International Airport (BDL). Southwest announces daily nonstop service from Denver to Jacksonville
The new route will be the only nonstop service between the Mile-High City and the River City. Southwest Airlines adds three new nonstop destinations from Denver
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today that the carrier will add three new nonstop destinations from Denver with daily, nonstop flights to Columbus, Jacksonville, and Pittsburgh. Frontier Airlines moves to Houston’s Hobby Airport 18-Nov
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), will be moving its Houston operations from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) beginning with flight #146, arriving in Houston from Denver at 3:04 p.m. on Nov. 18, 2010. Virgin America first airline to offer frequent flyer points for location-based virtual check-ins
Virgin America, the California-based airline that is reinventing domestic travel, today announces that it is teaming up with Topguest, the new geolocation ‘check-in’ club that provides guests with real-world travel rewards when they virtually check-in using applications like Facebook Places and Foursquare. Bull & Lifshitz, LLP announces investigation of the acquisition of AirTran Holdings, Inc.
Bull & Lifshitz, LLP announces an investigation into possible breaches of fiduciary duty in connection with the proposed acquisition of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI) (referred to as AirTran or the “Company”) by entities controlled by Southwest Airlines (“Southwest”) in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $3.4 billion. TrueBlue, JetBlue's rewards program is celebrating its first birthday
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) is happy to commemorate TrueBlue's first birthday with a big celebration. Customers can enter the online TrueBlue Birthday Sweepstakes for the chance to win one of several great prizes. Southwest Airlines and AirTran Holdings each receive antitrust second request
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI) announced today that each received a request yesterday for additional information from the Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with Southwest's previously announced proposed acquisition of AirTran. JetBlue Airways names General Stanley McChrystal to its Board of Directors
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq:JBLU) today announces the appointment of retired General Stanley A. McChrystal to the New York-based corporation's board of directors. Virgin America teams up with Google Chrome to offer free in-flight WiFi over the holidays
Virgin America, the first airline in the U.S. to offer fleetwide WiFi in the skies, today announces it is teaming up with Google's Chrome browser team to offer free Gogo® Inflight Internet for all its guests during the holiday season. JetBlue now flying out of Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) today proudly brings its long-anticipated service and low fares to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), its third airport in the Baltimore-Washington region. Spirit Airlines announces service from Plattsburgh
Spirit Airlines today announced that it will begin non-stop service from Plattsburgh, New York to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering upstate New Yorkers and Canadians easy access to ultra low fares throughout the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America. Spirit Airlines announces next phase of expansion
Spirit Airlines is introducing 11 new non-stop routes in the next phase of the ultra low cost carrier’s expansion as it today announced service to five new cities. Southwest Airlines to offer international service to five Mexico cities
Southwest Airlines is excited to launch a new product that allows Customers to book international flights by connecting with Volaris, Mexico's second-largest airline. JetBlue to fly 'North to the Future' with seasonal service to Anchorage, Alaska from Long Beach
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq:JBLU) today is pleased to announce plans to expand its award-winning service and in-flight experience to new frontiers with the addition of its 65th BlueCity: Anchorage, Alaska. Allegiant and Enterprise Holdings enter three year rental car agreement
Allegiant (Nasdaq: ALGT) today announces it has entered into a three-year agreement with Alamo Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Enterprise Holdings. Southwest Airlines pilots elect Captain Steve Chase as Union President
The membership of the Southwest Airlines Pilots' Association (SWAPA) in voting that closed today elected Captain Steve Chase to a two-year term as Union president. Virgin America goes Google with company-wide migration to Gmail
Virgin America, the airline that is reinventing travel, today announces it has teamed up with fellow California company Google to move its operating systems into the cloud with Google Apps™ as its webmail provider. Frontier Airlines partners with Canopy Airport Parking
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), is pleased to announce a promotional partnership with Canopy Airport Parking, the world’s greenest parking facility. AirTran Airways and Air Line Pilots Association reach tentative agreement
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: AAI) today announced it has reached a tentative agreement on terms of a new five-year pilot collective bargaining agreement with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA). Frontier Airlines adds new service from Milwaukee
Frontier Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), today announced it will launch new seasonal nonstop service between Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Seattle/Tacoma (SEA) and will increase service to Phoenix (PHX) this winter. Southwest Airlines announces fares and flights to/from South Carolina
Southwest Airlines is coming to the Palmetto State! Today, Southwest announced it will begin service to/from Charleston International Airport (CHS) and Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) on March 13, 2011. |