Data from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) reveals domestic cancelations in the first three months of 2023 were considerably lower than in the same period last year. Its latest consumer report also sheds light on on-time performance (OTP) and mishandled baggage rates in the country. US flight cancelations go down The DOT’s Air Travel … Read more
Aer Lingus is the flag carrier of Ireland and is known for its distinct livery featuring a green and white color scheme, representing the Irish national colors. Aviation enthusiasts may appreciate the variety of aircraft flown by the airline. Still, perhaps not as common knowledge is the fact that the Shamrock livery also flew on … Read more
On March 15, 1974, French and German aviation authorities granted the type certificates for the Airbus A300, clearing the way for its entry into revenue service. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification was granted on May 23, 1974. The same day, Air France, the launch customer of the type, introduced the jet to the commercial … Read more
Ultra-low-cost-carrier Spirit Airlines celebrated 30 years of Florida service on Monday at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The airline introduced flights to Florida in 1993 and now serves the state with flights to more than 70 destinations. The carrier even hosted a competition a few weeks ago, with prizes for winners including a getaway for two, … Read more
The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has announced that it would be fining LATAM Airlines Group $1 million. This is due to the Santiago, Chile-based airline and associated affiliates having routinely failed to provide timely refunds to passengers aboard flights throughout the United States. Outpouring complaints over the past several years The US Transportation … Read more
Qantas Group has officially broken ground on its new Sydney Training Centre, which aims to train up to 4,500 new pilots and crew for Qantas Airways (QF) and its low-cost subsidiary, Jetstar (JQ), from mid-2024. The purpose-built facility is in St Peters, near Qantas’ most extensive base, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It will … Read more
Air Seychelles (HM) and Qatar Airways (QR) have signed a codeshare agreement for the two carriers to enhance operations with one ticket to and from the Seychelles. Qatar Airways, which maintains its daily flight to Victoria Seychelles International Airport (SEZ), will then place its flight number on the regional carrier’s sole domestic scheduled flight to … Read more
NEW DELHI : The imminent fourfold increase in the Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on tour packages has triggered widespread apprehension among Indian travel agencies and industry groups. The TCS rate, set to rise from 5% to 20% in July, will significantly burden customers, despite its refundability at the end of the fiscal year. Many … Read more
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been moved in Delhi High Court challenging Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and State Bank of India (SBI) notifications, which permits the exchange of ₹2,000 banknotes without obtaining any requisition slip and identity proof, according to the news agency ANI. The plea calls the decision arbitrary, and irrational and … Read more
Indian Americans across the United States are eagerly preparing to extend a warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his upcoming historic state visit to the country. Organisers have announced plans for an ‘India Unity Day’ march to be held in 20 major cities on June 18, two days before the Prime Minister’s arrival. … Read more
