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In spite of procrastination by Wizz Air the European Commission has agreed to extend the waiver of "use it or lose it" slot rules in the European Union for the winter 2020/21 season in light of the ongoing lack of demand caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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The inner city Bromma Airport, Stockholm is likely to become the first airport casualty of Covid-19. It is not much more than five miles from Stockholm City Centre and was once a London City Airport destination.
Stockholm Bromma operator Swed…
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Not always the best of bedfellows, Alex Cruz of British Airways and John Holland-Kaye of Heathrow Airport have got together this morning (21 September) to issue the strongest condemnation yet of the British Government’s disastrous approach in not helping…
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IABG, the highly regarded German test house, has been chosen to conduct a test campaign for WheelTug’s innovative Boeing 737NG series self-drive electric-driven nose landing gear. Last week, with the assistance of Zoom, it very much went public at …
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All the following routes will operate from Heathrow, the frequencies based on the week starting 10 January. Algiers 4 weekly
Alicante 3 weekly
Amsterdam 23 weekly
Bilbao
7 weekly
B…
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This is the up to date current list as issued by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-countries-and-territories-exempt-from-advice-against-all-but-essential-international-travel
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Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), one of the world's largest catering operations serving more than 100 airlines, has signed an MOU with CCL Holdings, founded by Ross Kriel, entering a partnership to set up a dedicated production facility for kosher food at EKFC…
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Whilst careful not to attach Michael O’Leary’s name to the press release Ryanair has issued its strongest statement yet in its condemnation of the Irish Government’s air travel policy.
It has announced that it w…
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Your Editor-in-Chief passed through Heathrow T2, the Elizabeth Terminal, last Monday. Here is his judgement.
“I took the Heathrow Express (HEX) from Paddington, which is now an every 30min service taking just 15min, somewhat of an impr…
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LSE listed Stobart Group has confirmed it is considering selling Dublin-based Stobart Air and is in talks with "a number" of interested parties.
Stobart Air operates for Aer Lingus its regional services and much will depend on what happens with th…
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Virgin Atlantic currently flies the following routes from Heathrow: Atlanta Three times a week Barbados Frequencies gradually increasing to daily Delhi Three times a week Hong Kong Three a week Lagos Four times a week Los Angeles Daily …
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Ben Gurion International Airport, the main airport of Israel, will remain open during the country’s lockdown which started last Friday (18 September) and will continue for three weeks.
The decision was taken following a ministerial meeting wh…
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The UK’s first UV treatment of security trays has been installed at Gatwick to protect passengers and staff by reducing the spread of coronaviruses.
Laboratory tests demonstrate 99.9% disinfection rate with every tray treated immediately befo…
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It was no surprise that London City Airport (LCY) announced restructuring plans last week as Covid-19 continues to impact the aviation sector.
The airport has officially opened consultation with staff to explore ways of reducing costs, including vo…
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Passenger numbers at Luton Airport (LTN) dropped 56% last month compared with August 2019, with 820,000 travelling through the facility compared to 1.7m last year.
While the figures represent an improvement on July, they continue to show the impact…
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In early July Eastern Airways, in partnership with local council-owned Teesside International Airport, launched flights to London City Airport.
With the pandemic, slots at airports have become easier to obtain, even if only on a temporary basis, ev…
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The world’s oldest travel agency is back, now as an OTA (on-line travel agency) web outlet, but in many ways following the concept of the founder who in 1841 chartered a train from Leicester to Loughborough innovating the idea of group travel.
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The keenly awaited appearance of British Airways Chairman and Chief Executive Alex Cruz before the House of Commons Transport Select Committee was highlighted by his instance that Air Passenger Duty (APD) should be removed.
Chairman Huw Merriman an…
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What is essentially the world’s first purpose-built turboprop regional freighter aircraft has flown.
The ATR 72-600F is unique in that whilst it is a derivative of the highly successful ATR line, the new aircraft represents a purpose-built sp…
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Robert Courts has replaced Kelly Tolhurst as Aviation Minister reporting to Secretary of State for Transport Grant Shapps.
Since 2014 the following have held the post Kelly Tolhurst February 2020 September 2020 Paul M…
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After months of speculation SNCF has decided on Ouigo for the brand name of its foray into Spain
by Alex McWhirter at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 11:04:39 +0000
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Apple Store Online aims to offer customers in India a full range of products and support with the same premium experience found in Apple store locations around the world
by Akanksha Maker at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 09:46:41 +0000
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A joint survey by the ASSOCHAM and Primus Partners wish to continue WFH, as confidence in public transport has not been restored
by Sanchita Nambiar at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 07:48:21 +0000
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The hotel is promoting its staycation offer that include Business Centre Meeting rooms access
by Akanksha Maker at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 07:34:29 +0000
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Plans to open a museum of “Indian Cricket emanating from Mumbai” have also been revealed
by Nisha Shroff at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 07:33:23 +0000
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The carrier plans to launch flights from New York and Boston to London in 2021
by Mark Caswell at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:26:44 +0000
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The resorts are poised to welcome guests again following the country’s announcement to re-open borders for international travel
by Seher Asaf at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 04:15:18 +0000
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The US airline says it is extending benefits for some Delta SkyMiles American Express Card members, Delta Sky Club memberships "and more"
by Seher Asaf at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 03:26:59 +0000
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Upgraded Radisson Blu Royal Hotel reopens as a Radisson Collection Hotel
by Tom Otley at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 01:36:23 +0000
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Move comes as industry body recognises antigen testing as the only alternative to quarantines which are “killing travel”
by Tom Otley at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:19:05 +0000
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The course will now be offered as a live interactive webinar, providing in-depth information to attendees regarding how aircraft functioning
by Business Traveller India at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 14:27:22 +0000
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The report, prepared by Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and FICCI, states that Japan has always treated India as a preferred partner in terms of economics, trade and commerce
by Akanksha Maker at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:44:21 +0000
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With the signing of this hotel, IHCL will have three hotels in Assam and eight hotels in northeast India
by Business Traveller India at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:13:25 +0000
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Eight of the aircraft will be placed into long term storage but will only be reactivated in the event of an "unexpectedly rapid market recovery"
by Alex McWhirter at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 08:56:28 +0000
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In a recent announcement, Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism said that citizens no longer require a licence to buy and posses alcohol
by Akanksha Maker at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 08:35:16 +0000
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The flag carrier of Sri Lanka is operating flights to Doha, Narita, Malé and Singapore
by Business Traveller India at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 08:31:19 +0000
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An official circular states that tourism activities such as jeep safaris, package tours, trekking, and camping will not be allowed
by Nisha Shroff at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 08:11:07 +0000
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Travellers can either book a home visit or walk-in to a nearby laboratory, as per their convenience
by Sanchita Nambiar at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 07:49:29 +0000
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Qantas' seven-hour flight will be flown on a B787 Dreamliner aircraft usually reserved for long haul international flights
by Seher Asaf at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 03:52:28 +0000
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Australia and New Zealand's governments were hoping for a travel bubble that would allow quarantine-free travel between the two countries this year
by Seher Asaf at Tue, 22 Sep 2020 02:52:01 +0000
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