Category Airline, Organisations & Operators,

Ryanair and Erasmus Student Network Renew Partnership for 7th Year

Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, and the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) have extended their partnership for a seventh consecutive year. This collaboration continues to provide European students with discounted travel options during their educational exchange programs. Through the partnership, Erasmus students gain access to a dedicated booking platform on Ryanair’s website, where they can enjoy a 10% discount on four one-way flights or two round-trip flights, along with a complimentary 20kg checked-in bag for each flight.

United Applies to Become First U.S. Carrier to Fly Nonstop between Houston and Tokyo-Haneda Airports

United Airlines has announced it has filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for daily nonstop flights between Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. If approved, United will become the first U.S. carrier to fly nonstop service between Houston and Haneda.

EFTA spreads its wings to expand pilot pipeline

The current batch has 290 – 23 nationalities, 27 women – and there are over 120 graduates who’re now flying full-time for Emirates. All these dreamers and ambitious high-flyers are Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) cadets, who form the new generation of pilots critical to the future of aviation.

Emirates Group Unites Diverse Workforce to Honor UAE Flag Day and Promote National Unity

The Emirates Group held a commemorative event at its Dubai headquarters to celebrate UAE Flag Day, with the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates airline and Group. The group, consisting of employees from over 160 nationalities, gathered in unity to mark the occasion and contribute to the UAE’s vision as set by its leadership.

Progress towards Aviation Industry’s Commitment to Passengers with Disabilities

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2023 Global Passenger Survey (GPS) related to accessibility of air transport to passengers with disabilities, showing significant satisfaction levels among passengers who used special assistance services: 80% of travelers using special assistance services said that their expectations were met.