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JetBlue recently revealed plans to expand its service to Puerto Rico, announcing new flights from Westchester County Airport in Harrison and JFK Airport. In a statement issued on May 8, the airline detailed its plan to add six new flights from San Juan, Puerto Rico, including a brand-new route to Westchester County Airport. Additionally, JetBlue will introduce its premium Mint service on flights from San Juan to New York City.
The new service from San Juan to Westchester is set to commence on October 27, with daily flights. The premium Mint service, offering enhanced amenities such as food service and lie-flat seats, will start from San Juan to JFK on July 22.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York) expressed his support in a news release, highlighting the significance of JetBlue’s new service to the Hudson Valley. Schumer, who has long advocated for increased service at Westchester County Airport, noted that this new route would provide convenient connections for tourists and families with loved ones on the island, while also boosting the local economy by attracting new business.
JetBlue, one of the largest airlines serving Puerto Rico, highlighted that San Juan has been among its most successful destinations since its launch in 2002. The airline also operates flights to Aguadilla and Ponce, offering connections to 18 different destinations from these three island airports. JetBlue’s president, Marty St. George, emphasized the airline’s longstanding relationship with the Puerto Rican community. He stated that JetBlue is eager to deepen its roots in the region with this expansion, strengthening its connections and presence within the vibrant community. St. George added that the airline’s history with Puerto Rico fuels its enthusiasm to increase service and continue growing alongside the Puerto Rican community.
In addition to the new flights to Puerto Rico, JetBlue announced other upcoming services. The premium Mint service will launch from New York to Vancouver on July 22 and to Phoenix on October 27. Furthermore, new flights from New York to St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Bonaire are expected to be announced later this year.
This expansion is anticipated to significantly impact airline tourism by enhancing connectivity between New York and Puerto Rico. The new routes are expected to facilitate easier travel for tourists and residents, thereby promoting increased tourism and economic growth in both regions.
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SriLankan Cargo, the cargo division of SriLankan Airlines, has forged a collaboration with CargoAi, a leading provider of digital freight solutions. This partnership aims to streamline and enhance the processes of booking and paying for airfreight, offering users unprecedented transparency and speed.
By integrating SriLankan Cargo’s airfreight services into CargoAi’s platform, customers gain access to seamless online booking and instant cross-border payment options. Simultaneously, this integration empowers SriLankan Cargo to extend its reach and support previously untapped forwarders.
CargoAi’s integration with SriLankan Cargo revolutionizes payment mechanisms, providing a range of payment methods from local transfers to credit card transactions. This eliminates the need for cash payments, boosting security and efficiency in financial dealings.Moreover, CargoAi’s innovative CargoWALLET platform automates the reconciliation of tasks that previously demanded manual effort and consumed substantial time.
This integration also relieves freight forwarders from the obligation of providing bank guarantees or committing to annual subscriptions. Everything seamlessly integrates with CargoMART, simplifying operations and cutting down overhead costs. Forwarders can now concentrate on their core business activities without grappling with administrative complexities.
Chaminda Perera, Head of Cargo of SriLankan Airlines commented by saying, “Our
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American Airlines Launches Luxury Motorcoach Service Between Wilmington Airport and Philadelphia International Airport
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American Airlines and The Landline Company introduce a luxury motorcoach service connecting ILG and PHL, starting Oct 7, 2024, for seamless travel.
American Airlines has partnered with The Landline Company to launch an innovative “tarmac-to-tarmac” luxury motorcoach service connecting Wilmington Airport (ILG) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). This groundbreaking initiative aims to simplify travel between these major aviation centers. The service is scheduled to start operating on October 7, 2024, promising passengers a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.
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Uzbekistan Airways Commences Exclusive Hajj-2024 Charter Flights
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Uzbekistan Airways, in collaboration with the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, is launching charter flights to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj-2024 pilgrimage.
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Delta Introduces More Flights for College Football’s Biggest Games
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Delta is ensuring college football fans can enjoy seamless travel to this fall’s most-anticipated games. From Aug. 30 to Dec. 1, Delta is adding over 50 nonstop flights and 5,600 seats to meet the high demand from customers eager to cheer on their teams.
From the season opener in Las Vegas to matchups spanning the coasts, Delta is dedicated to enhancing the game-day experience with a busy fall schedule:
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- Sept. 1: LSU vs USC in Las Vegas – Baton Rouge (BTR) and New Orleans (MSY) to Las Vegas (LAS)
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- Oct. 5: Tennessee at Arkansas – Knoxville (TYS) to Northwest Arkansas (XNA)
- Oct. 12: Ohio State at Oregon – Columbus (CMH) to Portland (PDX) and Minneapolis (MSP) to Eugene (EUG)
- Oct. 19: South Carolina at Oklahoma – Columbia (CAE) to Oklahoma City (OKC)
- Oct. 26: Missouri at Alabama – Kansas City (MCI) to Birmingham (BHM)
- Nov. 2: UNC at FSU – Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Tallahassee (TLH)
- Nov. 9: Florida at Texas – Gainesville (GNV) to Austin (AUS), Tampa (TPA) to AUS, and Orlando (MCO) to AUS
- Nov. 9: Washington at Penn State – Seattle (SEA) to Pittsburgh (PIT)
- Nov. 9: Iowa at UCLA – Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- Nov. 9: FSU at Notre Dame – Tallahassee (TLH) to South Bend (SBN)
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Tamagawa Aero Systems Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Ota-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Keisuke Nakajima, referred to as “TAS”) and Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, President and Group CEO: Mitsuko Tottori, referred to as “JAL”) launched the lithium-ion battery-powered ground power unit “eGPU” at Matsuyama Airport on May 9, 2024. This marks JAL’s first adoption of this technology, aimed at reducing CO2 emissions and noise pollution.
Aircraft typically use an auxiliary power unit (APU) to supply necessary electricity and air conditioning while parked. However, APUs produce significant exhaust gases, including carbon dioxide (CO2), and noise. To address environmental impacts at airports and reduce aviation fuel consumption during parking, electric power and air conditioning have been traditionally provided by diesel engine-powered ground power units (GPU).
The introduction of the “eGPU” will eliminate CO2 emissions and reduce noise levels by approximately 30% (below 65db) compared to conventional methods. This improvement is expected to enhance the working environment for operators, mitigate noise and environmental issues around airports, and support global environmental preservation.
Manufactured by ITW GSE, the “eGPU” units can continuously supply electricity for approximately 14 flights during the turnaround time of a Boeing 737-800 aircraft on a full charge and have been deployed in over 400 units worldwide.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has been investigating the use of “eGPU” units at domestic airports to support CO2 emission reduction efforts in airport facilities and vehicles, in line with the initiatives set by the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. As part of the JAL Group, Japan Air Commuter (JAC) began using “eGPUs” at seven airports—Tanegashima, Yakushima, Kikaijima, Amami Oshima, Tokunoshima, Okinoerabujima, and Yoron—in March 2023. Additionally, Hokkaido Air System (HAC) implemented “eGPU” operations at three airports—Sapporo Okadama, Rishiri, and Okushiri—in March 2024.
In expanding “eGPU” deployment at airports in Japan, challenges such as installing charging infrastructure and securing AC power sources for use with jet aircraft were addressed. At Matsuyama Airport, this issue was resolved by converting power plugs used for snowplow vehicle heaters, facilitating the introduction of the “eGPU”. This implementation is expected to pave the way for further deployments at other airports, leveraging the knowledge gained from this experience.
JAL and TAS remain committed to contributing to global environmental preservation and continuing efforts toward a more sustainable aviation industry.
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