From KOMO in Seattle:
“Alaska Airlines canceled nearly 25 flights Monday at Everettโs Paine Field because of 5G.
The airline confirmed 23 flights into and out of Paine Field were canceled because FAA restrictions mean the Embraer E175 airplane can not land in poor weather or low visibility because 5G could possibly interfere with systems.”
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Ultra Air (Medellin) is poised to commence low-fare operations in Colombia, possibly in February.
The new airline was formed in 2020 by the founder of Viva Air Colombia and also the former executive of Interjet of Mexico.
The upstart received its AOC on June 25, 2021.
The company received a mega-investment rating in the country.
Top Copyright Photo: Ultra Air (Colombia) Airbus A320-214 N712AV (HK-5393) (msn 2712) TPA (Keith Sommer). Image: 956579.
Spirit Airlines made this announcement:
Spirit Airlines will soar above the scenic vistas of Utahย for the first time this spring. The airline today announced its new service toย Salt Lake Cityย International Airport (SLC), offering travelers daily, nonstop routes toย Las Vegasย (LAS),ย Los Angelesย (LAX), andย Orlandoย (MCO). The new service marks the first time Spirit will serve the state ofย Utah, which boasts world-class outdoor recreation, spectacular landscapes and numerous options to experience the arts.
Spirit will be the first new domestic airline to announce operations following the 2020 unveiling of The New SLC, aย $4.5 billionย airport rebuild project that provides an enhanced experience for Guests. The airline’s presence at SLC increases competition and benefits local families seeking more options for affordable getaways.
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Spirit’s newย Salt Lake Cityย service adds to the airline’s continued network expansion. Recently, Spirit launched service inย Tegucigalpa, Hondurasย (XPL),ย Manchester, New Hampshireย (MHT), andย Miami, Floridaย (MIA) – fulfilling its commitment to giving Guests options to get Moreย Go.ย Salt Lake Cityย is Spirit’s first new service announcement of 2022.
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American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airportโs (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning Dec. 1, 2022. Enabled by a $400 million investment to redevelop, expand and enhance the terminal, the move will bring the Atlantic Joint Business partners closer together. Jointly, the terminal investments and co-location will offer a more seamless customer experience while supporting the Port Authority of New York and New Jerseyโs ambitious plan to transform JFK into a leading global airport.
โAmerican is eager to welcome British Airways to their new home at JFK,โ said Americanโs Chief Customer Officer Alison Taylor. โTheir move to Terminal 8 further deepens our longstanding partnership and makes it easier than ever for customers traveling between New York and London or onward across our global networks.โ
American and British Airways were the first carriers to begin redevelopment efforts at JFK, breaking ground in January 2020 on five new widebody gates, four new widebody hardstand parking positions, an enhanced baggage handling system, new customer amenities and expanded premium guest offerings โ including approximately 130,000 square feet of new and renovated terminal space.
Tom Stevens, British Airwaysโ Director of Brand and Customer Experience said: โNew York holds a special place in our heart as one of our most well-loved and important destinations. Our move to the redeveloped and expanded Terminal 8 will bring a range of benefits for our customers, including a better transfer experience, enabling them to travel to more than 30 destinations across the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America with American Airlines. British Airways will remain in Terminal 7 until Dec. 1, 2022, and we have continued to invest in the experience for our customers, including our check-in area, concessions and lounges.โ
When complete later this year, premium customers traveling on both airlines and otherย oneworldยฎ partners will have access to a reimagined journey through JFK depicted by newly released artist illustrations.
As customers arrive at Terminal 8, a co-branded premium check-in area providing personalized, concierge-style service for top-tier guests will replace Americanโs former Flagship First Check-In space. Thoughtfully designed architectural elements will also define an exclusive new check-in space for eligible business customers.
The expanded and reconfigured terminal will include five new widebody gates and 130,000 square feet of new and renovated space.
Architectural features will define, guide and direct customers towards an expanded joint premium check-in area on the ticketing level of JFKโs Terminal 8.
Once through security, three distinctive custom lounges combining the best of both brands will provide a refined, welcoming preflight experience for select guests based on cabin of travel and loyalty program status. The expanded premium lounge offerings will incorporate seating for approximately 1,000 of American and British Airwaysโ most loyal customers. Each lounge has been designed with original high-end finishes โ evoking a unique sense of space while elevating the experience and service offered to every guest.
A high-end champagne bar defines the entry to American and British Airwayโs most exclusive lounge.
Distinctive elements and finishes create a unique sense of place for guests in the adjacent lounge as they dine and relax.
While disruptions to the customer journey remain limited, Americanโs Flagship First Check-in at JFK is expected to close, beginning Feb. 1 for construction. Premium customers traveling on eligible itineraries will be directed to temporary check-in counters located nearby. All lounge spaces will remain open and operational through the duration of the redevelopment project. Following completion, the Concourse B Admirals Club will close. The Concourse C Admirals Club will continue to serve members, qualifying elite customers and those traveling on eligible itineraries.
As Atlantic Joint Business partners, American and British Airways offer the most flights and the most competitive schedule for customers traveling between New York and London compared to any other partnership โ with up to 14 peak daily departures scheduled to operate between JFK and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) this summer.
When co-located, American and British Airways customers will be able to realize even more value from established reciprocal benefits while enjoying unprecedented flexibility and a truly seamless connecting experience when traveling across airlines. Until operations are fully transitioned to Terminal 8 in December, British Airways will continue to provide a world-class experience for their customers at JFKโs Terminal 7.
Korean Air is rumored to be preparing to rebrand for the planed Asiana merger. The company has reportedly applied for a new simplified logo trademark which implies a reduction of fuselage colors in a new livery.
The current powder blue top and silver livery (Taegeuk design) (top) was introduced on March 1, 1984 when the airline name was formally changed from Korean Air Lines to Korean Air.
The 1984 livery was initially introduced on its MD-80s and Boeing 747-300s. It was designed with the help of Boeing.
Since then the easily-recognized livery has helped the flag carrier grow around the world.
The red and blue spiral logo represents the opposing forces of nature.
Top Copyright Photo: Korean Air Boeing 777-300 ER HL7205 (msn 60379) ZRH (Andi Hiltl). Image: 956577.
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Jump Air is a new European ACMI and charter airline that was established in 2020 in Vilnius, Lithuania.
The newcomer received its AOC on December 31, 2021 (below) and commenced operations on January 24, 2022.
The airline provides charter and long/short term ACMI services with ATR 72-500s.
Currently Jump Airโs fleet consists of one 72-seat ATR 72-500 (LY-JUP) which is currently parked at Bergamo.
Bamboo Airways made this announcement:
This is the first commercial flight connecting Japan and Vietnam of Bamboo Airways which will hit a milestone in its network expansion. From February 10th, the airline plans to conduct 2 round flights per week, with a bulk-up frequency depending on the market demands.
Bamboo Airways will operate Airbus A321neo on this route. As the most modern and safest aircraft in the Airbus family, A321neo offers various outstanding features like being eco-friendly and fuel-efficient.
The operation of a commercial nonstop route Narita โ Hanoi by Bamboo Airways at the beginning of 2022 is expected to fulfill the increasing travel needs, especially of Vietnamese diasporas wishing to return home for the Tet holiday. This signals a recovery of the economy and exchange activities between the two countries.
50 years of Vietnam โ Japan diplomatic relation has reached many achievements in all aspects including economy, commerce, investment, science-technology, education, tourism, people-to-people exchange, etc.
In terms of tourism, Japan is one of the key markets of Vietnam, ranking in the top 5 markets with the most tourists visiting Vietnam. With diverse cuisine, breathtaking landscape, and friendly people, Vietnam is considered a favorite destination for Japanese visitors. Before the pandemic, the number of exchange tourists between the two countries recorded 1.5 million in 2019. Vietnam is also the second-largest expat community in Japan, with about 500.000 people living and working at the end of 2020.
Bamboo Airways hopes to rebuild the aviation bridge connecting Japan and Vietnam through this nonstop commercial route and to further increase the number of two-way exchange visitors. This will be a launch pad for the promotion of a bilateral partnership between Japan and Vietnam in the future.
With an expansive network to the US, UK, Australia, and many other countries, Bamboo Airways has drastically proved the global standard operating capacity of a Vietnamese airline. Bamboo also targets 40 international routes in 2022, meeting the travel demands of both domestic and foreign passengers.
QANTAS Group has made this announcement:
The Qantas Group has reviewed its domestic capacity settings given the decision by the Western Australian Government to indefinitely delay reopening its borders.
As a result, the Group will reduce its planned domestic capacity by approximately 10 per cent from February 5 through to March 31, 2022 as a placeholder. This is calculated on an available seat kilometre basis and reflects the long sector lengths of trans-continental flights.
Though at a fraction of its pre-COVID levels, Qantas will maintain core connections between Perth and the rest of Australia, with up to 15 flights per week from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Darwin, supporting essential personnel and freight.
The Group retains the flexibility to adjust flying levels depending on demand and clarity on border re-opening in the weeks and months ahead.
Further to theย capacity updateย provided by the Group last week โ which identified the WA border opening as a swing factor on its forward expectations โ this takes total Group Domestic capacity for the third quarter of FY22 to approximately 60 per cent of pre-COVID levels. A further update will be provided at the Groupโs half year results in late February.
Timing to reinstate Qantasโ Perth-London route, which is currently operating via Darwin and was due to return to Western Australia in late March 2022, is under review.
Azorra has signed an agreement with Embraer to acquire 20 new E2 family aircraft, plus a further 30 purchase rights. This flexible deal enables Azorra to acquire E190-E2 or E195-E2 aircraft. At list prices, the order is valued at USD 3.9 billion. Azorra is a Florida-based aircraft leasing company specializing in executive, regional and crossover aircraft. Deliveries will begin in 2023, adding a further 20 Embraer aircraft to the 21 already in Azorraโs existing and committed portfolio.
Previously, Airbus signed a purchase agreement with Azorra for twenty-two A220 Family aircraft including twenty A220-300s and two ACJ TwoTwenty aircraft.
Azorra is a Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, based aircraft lessor focused on executive, regional and mid-size (โcrossoverโ) aircraft.
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