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First Qantas A380 to Land Back in Australia Today

November 9, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

A familiar and hard-to-miss sight will return to Australian skies today with one of the Qantas (OTC: QABSY) iconic A380 aircraft set off to land back in Sydney, 593 days after it departed Australian shores.

Hudson Fysh, named after one of Qantas’ founders, is expected to touch down at Sydney Airport around 3.00pm more than 19 hours after it departed Dresden, Germany. The aircraft recently underwent scheduled maintenance for a new landing gear, after spending the best part of two years in storage during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Its early return comes as the airline gears up for the first two of the superjumbos to return to service in April 2022, following strong demand for international travel, particularly on key routes to Los Angeles and London.

Qantas has taken close to half a million domestic bookings in the past two weeks, compared with around 20,000 in a two-week period in August.

Jetstar’s recent international sale saw 75,000 seats sold in 72 hours.

Demand for seats on Qantas’ London to Sydney service has been extremely strong, with Aussies reuniting with family and friends in time for Christmas and more flights added as a result.

Originally expected to remain in long term storage in the Californian desert until the end of 2023, Qantas has since announced that five A380s with upgraded cabins would return ahead of schedule with two to operate flights to Los Angeles from April 2022 and three to operate flights to London from November 2022.

The airline is now working to further accelerate the return of the A380s, with superjumbo flights to London brought forward to July 2022. In addition, a sixth aircraft will arrive before the end of calendar year 2022, with the remaining four A380s expected to return to service by early 2024.

Hudson Fysh will undergo additional maintenance checks in Australia before taking to the skies again in coming weeks as part of crew training.

Ryanair Launches Seat Sale To Top Winter Sun Destinations

November 6, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

80,000 Seats, Fares From Just £9.99, Over 530 Routes

Ryanair (LSE: RYA.L), Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (5^th Oct) launched a sizzling Winter Sun seat sale, with over 530 routes to choose from across the Ryanair network. With fares available from just £9.99 across 80,000 seats this November and December, it’s the perfect time to bag a bargain sunny getaway to the beach this winter.

British families, friends and couples can choose from a range of favourite winter sun destinations this November and December from only £9.99. To avail of these great low fares, customers must act fast and visit the Ryanair.com website to book their flights before midnight, 14^th November 2021.

Top destinations for Irish winter sunseekers include:

Faro: Renowned for its stunning coastline, dream golf courses, wellness retreats and dreamy beaches – not to mention delicious seafood within its quaint fishing villages – the Algarve is a firm year-round favourite, with Irish holidaymakers returning to the likes of Albufeira, Faro, Quinta do Lago, Lagos and Vilamoura year after year. Winter temperatures remain around 18°/ 20°- making it the perfect escape from the Irish winter and ideal for visiting with young children.

Lanzarote: Known for its year round warm weather – this gem is a must-visit winter destination with an array of popular destinations including Puerto Del Carmen, Costa Teguise and Playa Blanca. Visit Timanfaya National Park or enjoy activities in Playa de Papagayo – an untouched beach with crystal clear waters – perfect for snorkelling, diving or just soaking up the sun with family and friends this winter.

Malaga: A winter visit to Spain’s south coast is always a good idea. Perfectly encapsulating the traditions of Spain with its gothic architecture, small winding streets and a wonderful foodie culture – Malaga is a must-visit. With winter temperatures averaging 18° / 19°- visitors can expect to enjoy delicious authentic tapas and seafood al fresco on a sunny afternoon.

Tenerife: Renowned for its diverse volcanic landscapes, pine forests and green valleys with stunning views across numerous hiking routes and winter temperatures of 21° – Tenerife is the perfect winter getaway for family and friends looking to explore the volcanic areas on the slopes of the highest peak in Spain or relax and take in the sun on one of the many beaches on the island.

Frontier Airlines Launches 13 New Nonstop Orlando Routes in November

November 2, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) this week launches 13 new nonstop routes from Orlando International Airport (MCO), including service to five international destinations: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Jamaica, Mexico and The Bahamas. The new service expands Frontier’s Orlando route map to 81 nonstop destinations, the most of any airline at MCO and, to celebrate the new service, Frontier is offering introductory fares starting at $19*.

“We’re excited to celebrate another remarkable expansion of service at Orlando International Airport with 13 new routes launching this month, along with three more coming in December,” said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, Frontier Airlines. “We’re proud to offer the most nonstop routes of any airline at MCO and look forward to welcoming new travelers onboard to explore our expansive network of international and domestic destinations from Orlando.”

“The start of Frontier’s winter air service expansion is coming at a time when Americans are more ready than ever to travel again,” said Phil Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “With inaugural flights to domestic and international places like Sioux Falls, Idaho; Montego Bay, Jamaica; and Turks & Caicos, we welcome the ability to increase access to the country’s most visited destination and expanding travel opportunities for Central Florida residents.”

New Routes from Orlando International Airport (MCO):

SERVICE TO:	SERVICE START:	SERVICE FREQUENCY:	INTRO FARE:
Fort Myers, Fla. (RSW)	Nov. 1, 2021	Daily	$19*
Harlingen, Texas (HRL)	Nov. 1, 2021	2x Weekly	$39*
Pensacola, Fla. (PNS)	Nov. 1, 2021	3x Weekly	$19*
Sioux Falls, S.D. (FSD)	Nov. 1, 2021	2x Weekly	$49*
Bentonville, Ark. (XNA)	Nov. 1, 2021	2x Weekly	$39*
Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ)	Nov. 2, 2021	3x Weekly	To MBJ: $79*
Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS)	Nov. 2, 2021	4x Weekly	To NAS: $49*
El Paso, Texas (ELP)	Nov. 3, 2021	2x Weekly	$59*
Cedar Rapids, Iowa (CID)	Nov. 4, 2021	2x Weekly	$39*
Fargo, N.D. (FAR)	Nov. 4, 2021	2x Weekly	$59*
San Salvador, El Salvador (SAL)	Nov. 4, 2021	2x Weekly	To SAL: $69*
Cozumel, Mexico (CZM)	Nov. 6, 2021	1x Weekly	To CZM: $69*
Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)	Nov. 11, 2021	2x Weekly	To LIR: $69*
Antigua & Barbuda (ANU)	Dec. 4, 2021	1x Weekly	To ANU: $79*
Belize City, Belize (BZE)	Dec. 11, 2021	1x Weekly	To BZE: $69*
Turks & Caicos (PLS)	Dec. 19, 2021	1x Weekly	To PLS: $79*

Frequency and times are subject to change, so please check FlyFrontier.com for the most updated schedule.

La Compagnie Updates Flight Schedule, Adds Two New Routes From New York to Tel Aviv and Milan

November 2, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Have you heard? Israel recently opened their borders to vaccinated travelers. The best time to try out our 100% business class cabin might well be on your way to Tel Aviv with a short connection in Paris!

Our full flat beds, bistronomy cuisine and free unlimited high speed WiFi onboard will ensure your flight is 100% comfortable.

2 flights per week (departures from NY on Wednesday and Saturday evenings) from December 4th, 2021

NEW YORK NEWARK – TEL AVIV BEN GURION

100% BUSINESS CLASS FROM $1,948 (USD) R/T*

We offer you flexibility on each trip: you can modify or cancel your flight free of charge up to 2 hours before departure.

Our cabin crew looks forward to welcoming you onboard to travel in optimal comfort and safety.

Virgin Australia Resumes Service Between Hobart and Perth

October 30, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Virgin Australia continues to expand its domestic network in time for summer, with the airline today kicking off its services between Hobart and Perth.

Flights between the two cities will operate three times per week, allowing for up to 4,200 passengers to travel each month.

The news follows last week’s commencement of services between Hobart and Adelaide which is now operating four times per week and allowing up to 5,600 additional passengers to fly each month.

Virgin Australia experienced a 90 per cent increase in Tasmanian bookings compared to the previous week after the announcement of new services to the Apple Isle and the Tasmanian Government’s release of a recovery roadmap.

Since September Virgin Australia has added 12 additional domestic routes to its network and is scheduled to resume flights to Fiji in December, followed by Bali and New Zealand from early next year.

Re-introduced services

ROUTE	FREQUENCY	SEATS PER MONTH	COMMENCEMENT DATE
Hobart – Perth / Perth – Hobart (Seasonal service only)	3 services per week(Monday, Friday, Sunday)	4,200	29 October 2021

New services

ROUTE	FREQUENCY	SEATS PER MONTH	COMMENCEMENT DATE
Hobart – Adelaide / Adelaide – Hobart	4 services per week(Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday)	5,600	20 October 2021

Breeze Airways Unveils First of 80 Airbus A220’s on Order

October 26, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Mobile, Alabama, USA, October 26, 2021 – Breeze Airways (Breeze) unveiled its first of 80 A220-300 aircraft on order during a preview event at the Airbus A220 final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama. The aircraft is expected to be delivered to Breeze in the coming weeks.

Breeze’s A220-300 cabin is configured in a comfortable two-class 126 seat premium cabin layout comprising 36 business and 90 economy seats fitted with in-seat power and USB ports for all passengers.

Breeze will offer superior single-aisle comfort on board its brand new A220’s, such as the widest seats, the largest windows and more overhead stowage space per passenger.

The A220’s superior efficiency will support the new airline’s business objectives to deliver a great travel experience to its passengers, with low fares and high flexibility. Breeze is expected to provide non-stop service between underserved routes across the U.S. at affordable fares – offering point-to-point flights from smaller secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times.

Breeze started airline operations in May 2021. This first A220 is expected to enter service in Q2 2022.

The A220 is the only aircraft purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market and brings together state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials and Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation geared turbofan engines. With a range of up to 3,450 nm (6,390 km), the A220 gives airlines added operational flexibility. The A220 delivers up to 25% lower fuel burn and CO2 emissions per seat compared to previous generation aircraft, and 50% lower NOx emissions than industry standards. In addition, the aircraft noise footprint is reduced by 50% compared to previous generation aircraft – making the A220 a good neighbour around airports.

As of the end of September 2021, over 170 A220s have been delivered to 12 operators worldwide.

Breeze Airways Reveals Livery, Confirms Order for 20 Additional A220-300 Aircraft

September 13, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Mobile, Alabama, 13 September 2021 – Breeze Airways has revealed its new A220-300 livery, while confirming that it has reached a purchase agreement with Airbus for 20 more of the aircraft. This previously undisclosed order for 20 brings Breeze’s total order book to 80 A220-300’s, the first of which will be delivered in Q4 2021.

The aircraft’s fresh paint job was completed at the Airbus facility in Mobile, Alabama, which will deliver approximately one A220 per month to Breeze over the next six-and-a-half years. The airline plans to begin flights with the Airbus fleet in the second quarter of 2022.

The A220 superior efficiency will support the new airline’s business objectives to offer a great travel experience, with low fares and high flexibility. Breeze is expected to provide nonstop service between underserved routes across the U.S. at affordable fares.

Breeze started airline operations in May 2021. This first A220 is the first new aircraft that will be operated by the airline.

The A220 is the only aircraft purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market and brings together state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials and Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation PW1500G geared turbofan engines. Benefitting from the latest technologies, the A220 is the quietest, cleanest and most eco-friendly aircraft in its category. Featuring a 50% reduced noise footprint and up to 25% lower fuel burn per seat compared to previous generation aircraft, as well as around 50% lower NOx emissions than industry standards, the A220 is a great aircraft for urban operations.

Over 170 A220s have been delivered to ten operators in Asia, North Americas, Europe, and Africa, proving the great versatility of Airbus’ latest family member.

Griffin Global Asset Management Orders Five Boeing 737-8 Jets

September 2, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

SEATTLE, Washington, September 1, 2021 — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Griffin Global Asset Management today announced the aircraft lessor is expanding its commercial aircraft portfolio with five new 737-8 jets. The purchase is Griffin’s first direct order with Boeing as it sees strategic opportunities to place the airplanes during the market recovery.

Designed and built in Renton, Washington, the 737 MAX family delivers superior efficiency, flexibility and reliability while reducing fuel use and carbon emissions by at least 14% compared to the airplanes they replace. The 737-8 seats up to 189 passengers and can fly 3,550 nautical miles – about 600 miles farther than its predecessor – allowing airlines to offer new and more direct routes for passengers. Every 737 MAX features the new Boeing Sky Interior, highlighted by modern sculpted sidewalls and window reveals, LED lighting that enhances the sense of spaciousness and larger pivoting overhead storage bins.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity.

Aeromexico Starting Service Between Cancun, Mexico and Sao Paulo, Brazil

August 16, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Cancun, Quintana Roo, August 16, 2021, – As of December 15 to April 17, 2022, Aeromexico will launch seasonal service between Cancun and São Paulo with three weekly flights and operated with its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.

The airline has offered service to Brazil for more than two decades, and this new route will increase the carrier’s total monthly seats offer between both countries by 43%.

Mexico is one of Brazil’s strategic markets that has shown substantial growth during the last few years, and one of the important boosters has been the tourism offer of the state of Quintana Roo. Among Cancun’s main visitors are Brazilians.

This route is in addition to the nonstop service that Aeromexico announced last week from Guadalajara and Monterrey to Madrid.

The carrier currently serves 81 domestic and international routes and continues to apply the industry’s highest health and cleanliness standards in all its operations.

Virgin Australia Launches New Routes and Announces Fare Sale

August 10, 2021 / WIL BALDWIN

Virgin Australia will introduce two new direct services ahead of the September school holidays as the airline pivots its network schedule to reconnect Australia in new ways.

The new services, focussed on markets with open borders, include the resumption of flights between Adelaide – Darwin from 6 September and the introduction of a brand-new direct service, never before operated in the airline’s 21-year history, between Adelaide – Launceston, commencing on 7 September.

To kickstart the launch of the services, Virgin Australia is offering the following one-way Economy sale fares from today until midnight this Friday 13 August or until sold-out:

Adelaide – Launceston from $59
Adelaide – Darwin from $119

And for customers looking to travel at the pointy end, Virgin Australia will continue to sell their great value Business Class fares on these services:

Adelaide – Launceston from $299
Adelaide – Darwin from $529

Along with checked baggage and seat selection included in all airfares, Virgin Australia is also offering double Velocity Frequent Flyer Status Credits on all new eligible bookings (excluding Getaway fares) made by midnight tomorrow (Tuesday 10 August).

Virgin Australia customers who hold travel credits or Future Flight credits are also encouraged to take advantage of the great value fares which are expected to sell-out quickly.

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