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- OSL - among the most punctual in Europe
According to a report by the Association of European Airlines, Oslo Airport (OSL) is in fourth place for punctuality among the biggest airports in Europe.
- Finnair growth aided by extra capacity to India
Finnair's Asian traffic, measured in passenger kilometers, grew 20.6% compared to February of the previous year. Number of passengers carried on Finnair's Asian flights in February was 93 200, which is 17.0% more than a year ago. Additional capacity was directed to the Mumbai and Delhi routes. Finnair scheduled traffic altogether increased by 15.2% compared to February last year.
- World Airline Road Race's venue for 2008 - Ottawa
Dear WARRiors, just an early taste of what to expect this year in Ottawa. Wednesday = Boat Cruise. Thursday = Meet & Greet. Friday = T-Shirt Swap Party. Saturday = Race Day, with the Awards Banquet in the evening.
- Kids First Fund Launches Largest Online Travel Auction for Kids
Beginning March 18, savvy travelers can bid their way to great destinations while benefiting abused children in poor regions of the world by participating in the International Online Travel Auction for Kids at www.KidsFirstAuction.com
- Southwest Airlines reports on former NTSB Investigator findings
The following is a statement by Gregory A. Feith (former NTSB Investigator): "I was requested by Southwest Airlines to review and assess the potential safety of flight risk that could have resulted from the continued in-service operation of 46 of their Classic 737 airplanes in March 2007.
- Southwest Airlines responds to Congressman Oberstar's News Conference
We share Congressman James Oberstar's feelings about the importance of a strong commitment to Safety. From its inception, Southwest Airlines has maintained a rigorous Culture of Safety-and has maintained that same dedication for more than 37 years.
- Southwest Airlines CEO responds to Allegations of Maintenance 'Missteps'
Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly appeared on CNN's "This Morning" to address the penalty proposed by the FAA for what it calls "failed compliance" of certain FAA directives that Southwest rectified in April 2007.
- Vueling carried 426,153 passengers in February
Vueling carried a total of 426,153 passengers during the month of February, a 24.8% increase with regards to the same month in 2007.
- Munich Airport ranks number 1 in Europe for Cargo
Munich Airport has been ranked Europe's top airport for cargo services in the fourth edition of the "Air Cargo Excellence Survey" conducted by a leading international freight trade publication, "Air Cargo World."
- Gulf Air formalises deal with Boeing for the purchase of B787 Dreamliners
Following the recent announcement of a major decision to purchase 16 Boeing Dreamliners with an option for another eight, Gulf Air has finalised the deal at a historic ceremony in Washington D.C. yesterday.
- Qatar Airways unveils Houston as newest USA route
Qatar Airways today announced plans to strengthen its presence in North America by adding the southern US city of Houston to its growing international network later this year.
- Virgin Atlantic launches a brand new travel trade website
Virgin Atlantic announced today that it has launched a brand new travel trade website NewsagentLive, which is available to all travel trade agents.
- Qatar Airways announces Summer 2008 Expansion
Qatar Airways today unveiled its summer 2008 expansion programme with capacity increases to numerous destinations across its global network and the launch of its fourth destination in China - the southern industrial port city of Guangzhou.
- Air Pacific doubles Honiara flights
Air Pacific announced that it will double its flight frequency and seat capacity to Honiara from 4th April.
- Spirit Airlines announces new service between Fort Lauderdale and Cartagena, Colombia
Spirit Airlines today announced that starting May 8, 2008, it will begin new service uniting its Fort Lauderdale home with Cartagena, Colombia, marking the first ultra low cost airline to service the important tourist destination of Colombia.