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ZURICH, Switzerland, May 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiss AviationTraining (SAT) unveiled their new CAE Embraer 190 full-flight simulator to the public today. The new facility marks another milestone in SAT's evolution into an experienced provider of total "E-Jet" training solutions, and further underlines its standing and expertise as a competence centre for integrated cockpit, cabin and technical training. SAT's new E-Jet 190 simulator is now available for use at the Lufthansa Flight...
CHICAGO, May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines (UAL) today reported April 2013 operational results. UAL's April 2013 consolidated traffic (revenue passenger miles) decreased 3.8 percent and consolidated capacity (available seat miles) decreased 2.6 percent versus April 2012. UAL's April 2013 consolidated load factor decreased 1.0 point compared to April 2012. UAL's April 2013 consolidated passenger revenue per available seat mile (PRASM) is estimated to be between flat and...
TEMPE, Ariz., May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- US Airways (NYSE: LCC) commends the Transportation Security Administration for expanding TSA PreCheck(TM) to international itineraries. The airline's eligible customers may now receive TSA PreCheck(TM)'s expedited screening benefits at its dedicated security lanes, which could include no longer removing shoes, light outerwear and belts, or laptop and 3-1-1 compliant bag from carry-on bags, during the domestic portion of their international...
CHEYENNE, Wyo., May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. (OTC Bulletin Board: GLUX.OB - news) today announced preliminary passenger traffic results for the month of April 2013. APRIL 2013 AND YEAR TO DATE STATISTICS Apr-13 Apr-12 Change ------ ------ ------ Passengers Enplaned 36,275...
MONTREAL, May 7, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada welcomed today's launch of Automated Passport Control (APC) at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), now giving U.S. passport holders options for streamlining their airport travel experience while pre-clearing U.S. Customs at YVR. "Air Canada congratulates YVR's leadership in being the first Canadian airport to launch with U.S. Customs and Border Protection Automated Passport Control that gives customers tangible options to use...
MONTREAL, May 3, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - For the month of April, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 82.1 per cent, versus 83.0 per cent in April 2012, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points. System traffic decreased 0.2 per cent on a system-wide capacity increase of 1.0 per cent. Air Canada reports traffic results on a system-wide basis, including regional airlines from which Air Canada purchases capacity. "I am pleased to report a strong load factor for the month of...
TEMPE, Ariz., May 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- US Airways Group, Inc. (NYSE: LCC) today announced April and year-to-date 2013 traffic results. Mainline revenue passenger miles (RPMs) for the month were 5.3 billion, up 4.4 percent versus April 2012. Mainline capacity was 6.3 billion available seat miles (ASMs), up 3.2 percent versus April 2012. Mainline passenger load factor was 84.0 percent for the month of April, up one point versus April 2012. (Logo:...
CHICAGO, May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines, an official sponsor of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) Global Convention, welcomes tourism professionals from more than 20 countries as they meet in Chicago for the organization's 30(th) annual event May 2 - 4. IGLTA, one of the world's leading travel networks, is dedicated to connecting and educating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) travelers and the businesses that welcome and support...
MONTREAL, May 1, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan, Canada's premier coalition loyalty company and Teleflora, the world's leading flower delivery service announced today an agreement that will enable Aeroplan Members to earn miles through flower purchases online at www.teleflora.com/aeroplan or through Teleflora's contact centre at 1-800-493-6512. Teleflora has more than 15,000 member florists that can deliver throughout Canada and the United States. "We are thrilled to enter into...
Airline Celebrates Bringing New Jobs, Lower Fares to the Heart of Silicon Valley with New SJC-LAX Route SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Virgin America, the only airline headquartered in the Bay Area, today celebrates the launch of its new service to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) - the latest destination city in the carrier's network. The addition of SJC expands the airline's presence in the greater Bay Area and brings new competition on an...
