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Lufthansa Begins ITA Integration; ITA Exits SkyTeam for Star by 2026

Integration of ITA Airways into Lufthansa Group has commenced, with a strategic transition from SkyTeam to Star Alliance by early 2026. The synergy aims to enhance network connectivity and frequent flyer programs, following Lufthansa's acquisition of 41% stake in ITA.

2025-02-03T04:41:18.857788-08:00

Bloomberg

Delta Air Lines Forecasts Record Profitability in 2025 Amid Strong Demand

2025-01-10T03:48:03.154573-08:00

PaxEx.Aero

Delta Partners with Uber Ending Lyft Alliance, Shaping Future SkyMiles Rewards

2025-01-07T19:33:05.734372-08:00

FlightGlobal

Malaysia Airlines Receives First A330neo From Avolon

2024-11-29T00:03:26.685468-08:00

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Aviation Week

Avianca Launches Managua-Fort Lauderdale Route Amid Market Competition Avianca is set to debut a new direct service between Managua Sandino International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on May 10, 2025. The carrier, a member of Star Alliance, will join Spirit Airlines on this competitive route, pending government approval.

2025-02-20T13:44:21.221966-08:00

Avianca Launches Managua-Fort Lauderdale Route Amid Market Competition

The Points Guy

Frontier Airlines Launches 14 New Routes, Enhancing U.S. Connectivity Frontier Airlines is set to introduce 14 new routes this spring, boosting travel options in major cities such as Boston, Denver, and Las Vegas. This expansion highlights Frontier's commitment to offering budget-friendly fares, with prices starting at $19 for ultra-low-cost service across the U.S. and the Caribbean.

2025-02-18T19:27:20.232178-08:00

Frontier Airlines Launches 14 New Routes, Enhancing U.S. Connectivity

Breitflyte

Lufthansa Integrates ITA Airways Into Miles & More Program ITA Airways is now fully integrated into Lufthansa Group's Miles & More frequent flyer program, allowing members to earn Points, Qualifying Points, and HON Circle Points on ITA flights. Additional integration efforts, including synchronized flight schedules, are anticipated in March.

2025-02-17T07:12:30.418515-08:00

Lufthansa Integrates ITA Airways Into Miles & More Program

Dallas Morning News

Avianca to Launch Direct Dallas-Bogotá Route in May Avianca will initiate direct services from Dallas to Bogotá on May 26, 2025, with four weekly flights using Airbus A320neo aircraft. The new route enhances connectivity between the U.S. and Colombia, offering 1,440 seats per week, subject to government approval.

2025-02-10T14:42:35.429550-08:00

Avianca to Launch Direct Dallas-Bogotá Route in May

thebulkheadseat.com

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Announce Reciprocal Elite Status and Benefits Following the Department of Transportation's approval of their merger, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have introduced reciprocal elite status and benefits. Elite members can now earn and redeem miles across both airlines, with HawaiianMiles members gaining early oneworld® benefits access.

2025-02-10T10:12:57.485552-08:00

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Announce Reciprocal Elite Status and Benefits

Airways Magazine

Finnair Job Cuts Loom Amidst Ongoing Pilot Strikes Affecting Qantas A330 Lease Finnair is negotiating potential workforce reductions with its pilots as ongoing strikes complicate its wet-lease arrangement with Qantas for Airbus A330 aircraft. The labor dispute is potentially impacting operations and leading to strategic reassessment within both airlines.

2025-02-09T08:56:15.650318-08:00

Finnair Job Cuts Loom Amidst Ongoing Pilot Strikes Affecting Qantas A330 Lease

Aviation Source

Avianca Resumes Seasonal San Salvador-Chicago Route from June 2025 Avianca will relaunch its San Salvador to Chicago O'Hare service, last operated in 2018, starting June 3, 2025. This seasonal route will offer three weekly flights using Airbus A320ceo/neo aircraft and adds over 1,000 seats weekly to the market.

2025-02-06T14:37:58.160846-08:00

Avianca Resumes Seasonal San Salvador-Chicago Route from June 2025

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JetBlue and TAP Air Portugal Announce Reciprocal Loyalty Program Integration JetBlue and TAP Air Portugal expand their partnership with reciprocal loyalty benefits, allowing TrueBlue and Miles&Go members to earn and redeem points across both networks effectively immediately. This marks the first time JetBlue TrueBlue members can earn points on a European airline.

2025-02-05T10:22:40.138371-08:00

JetBlue and TAP Air Portugal Announce Reciprocal Loyalty Program Integration

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