Airlines
Air Transat reaches new tentative deal with flight attendants’ union
Air Transat has reached a new tentative agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which represents its 2,100 flight attendants. The new deal comes following five days of intensive discussions and the new offer will be presented to members imminently. If accepted, it will take effect as the collective agreement for the next five years. Julie Lamontagne, chief people, communications and sustainability officer for Transat, said: “We are happy to have concluded a new tentative agreement that satisfies both parties and that will enable Air Transat to remain...
TAP Air Portugal puts Europe on sale
TAP Air Portugal is taking off in 2024 with promotional fares to Portugal and more than 35 destinations across Europe, with prices starting from CDN$478 for Toronto to Lisbon, roundtrip. The fare sale started on Jan 4 and continues through Jan. 18, 2024, for travel from Jan. 11 through May 31, 2024. Flights are on sale from all nine US and Canadian gateways, including Boston, Chicago, Miami, Montreal, New York (JFK and Newark), San Francisco, Toronto, and Washington, DC (Dulles). Sample fares include: Montreal to Lisbon from CAD$479 roundtrip Toronto to Rome from...
Air Transat answers questions on flight attendants’ negotiations
Following the news that flight attendants rejected a tentative agreement that was reached on Dec. 14, Air Transat says that it is “resuming negotiations immediately and will make every effort to reach an agreement quickly.” The company also made it clear that “this is an absolute priority for Air Transat. Please note that there is no strike notice and our operations are continuing as planned.” In the interim, the company has released a Q&A to help travel advisors answer any questions that their clients might have. When will the strike begin? For the moment, there...
Flight attendants reject tentative deal with Air Transat
Air Transat Flight attendants have voted to reject a tentative deal that was reached with the carrier in mid-December. In a statement, the company said that: “Following the unfavourable vote by Air Transat flight attendants on the tentative agreement for the renewal of their collective agreement, management has agreed to resume discussions with the union executive.” Air Transat also made it clear that there are currently no strike or lock-out notices issued by either party, and both are keen to reach a new agreement quickly. The tentative agreement that was presented to...
ZIPAIR launching Tokyo Narita-Vancouver flights
ZIPAIR Tokyo is expanding its transpacific network with service between Tokyo Narita and Vancouver International Airport beginning March 13, 2024. The service to Vancouver will become the carrier`s fourth route across the Pacific, following Los Angeles, San José Mineta, and San Francisco International Airport. ZIPAIR operates Boeing 787-8 aircraft on its international routes and will initially offer three flights per week between Tokyo Narita and Vancouver. The carrier`s business model provides a convenient low-cost option, allowing more people to connect between Canada and Asia...
Air Canada, PWHL sign partnership deal
Air Canada and the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) have signed a partnership deal ahead of the PWHL’s inaugural season opener on Jan. 1, 2024. The deal sees Air Canada become an Inaugural Premier Partner of the PWHL and Official Airline for the league's first six teams, reflecting its deep passion for hockey and sharing the best of Canada with the world. Andy Shibata, vice president, brand at Air Canada, said: “To partner with the PWHL and be part of this historic moment in hockey history is incredibly exciting and meaningful to all of us at Air Canada.” Shibata...
Turkish Airlines expands fleet with 355 new Airbus
Turkish Airlines recently expanded its fleet, with the acquisition of 355 state-of-the-art Airbus aircraft. This significant order comprises 250 of the best-selling A321s and 105 of the highly efficient A350 widebody aircraft, including 60 firm order, 20 purchase right A350-900s, 15 firm order A350-1000s, and 5 firm order and 5 purchase right A350-Freighters. This strategic acquisition underscores Turkish Airlines' commitment to enhancing its operational efficiency, environmental stewardship, and passenger comfort. The incorporation of these next-generation aircraft aligns with the flag...
Air Canada releases top tips for holiday travellers
Air Canada has released its top travel tips to help customers travel like an expert during the peak holiday period, which runs from mid-December until Jan. 7. According to the airline, this holiday season, more than 3.25 million customers are expected to travel with Air Canada with the airline operating up to 1,200 Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada Express flights globally, every day. "In addition to being operationally ready with staffing, equipment, and contingency plans, we're monitoring weather and other events, and will be adjusting as required to safely transport...