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May 22

Plane collision at Pune airport in India – No injuries

An incident at Pune Airport in India created a stir when a plane collided with an aircraft tug on its way to the runway. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident that took place on Thursday, May 16, 2024, an airport official confirmed to news agency ANI. The aircraft, operated by Air India and carrying around 180 passengers as well as crew members on board, required repairs after the collision. The passengers were rebooked on another flight to reach their destination, Delhi. The Civil Aviation Authority has launched an investigation to establish the exact circumstances of the incident and how the collision could have occurred. Such incidents often raise questions about airport safety and compliance with procedures that must be followed during operations.

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Peoples launches holiday charter flights

On Friday, May 17, 2024, the first flight took off from St. Gallen-Altenrhein and headed for the popular holiday destinations of Corfu and Figari. These new destinations complement the portfolio of the tour operator Rhomberg Reisen in cooperation with the airline Peoples. From May 17 to October 11, 2024, Peoples will offer flights to Corfu and Figari every Friday. Rhomberg Reisen is expanding its offering to include attractive travel destinations for holidaymakers. The expanded flight portfolio also includes other destinations: Pula, Zadar, Northern Corsica (Calvi), Menorca, Mallorca, Ibiza, Olbia, Cagliari, Naples, Calabria (Lamezia Terme), Catania and Kefalonia. Travelers can therefore choose from a variety of attractive travel destinations. With the addition of Corfu and Figari, Rhomberg Reisen offers its customers an even greater choice of options for their summer vacation.

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SSJ-100 and MS-21 are to be marketed as Yakovlev

The aircraft manufacturing group UAC (United Aircraft Corporation) is faced with the challenge of giving its new aircraft models a uniform umbrella name. Until now, the Superjet and the MS-21 were marketed under different brands: the Superjet as the Sukhoi Superjet and the MS-21 as the Irkut MS-21. However, with structural changes within the group, including the integration of the Superjet under Irkut, a new name became necessary. Now the parent company of UAC, Rostec, has decided on a common name, as Sergey Chemezov, the CEO of Rostec, announced to the newspaper RBC. The aircraft models Superjet 100 and MS-21 are to be brought together under the Yakovlev Design Bureau. Chemezov expressed his belief that the new umbrella name for the entire range of UAC civil aircraft will be "Yakovlev". This strategic decision marks a consolidation of the brand and is intended to strengthen the identity of the UAC aircraft. The merger under the Yakovlev Design Bureau could increase the visibility and recognition of the aircraft models and send a clear brand message.

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Finnair resumes flights to Tartu

Finnair announced that it will resume flights to Tartu, Estonia, from 2 June 2024. The airline had suspended operations for a month to implement a solution to GPS interference at Tartu Airport. The previous approach procedures were based on GPS signals, which caused problems when these were interfered with. Finnair therefore decided to temporarily suspend flights between Helsinki and Tartu until alternative approach methods without a GPS signal could be introduced. The updated approach procedures at Tartu Airport now allow approaches using ground-based radio signals sent from ground stations. These traditional methods are immune to GPS interference and have been successfully introduced. Jari Paajanen, Vice President Operations Control at Finnair, praised the Estonian partners for their quick solution to the problem. Finnair plans to operate the flights to Tartu with ATR aircraft from Finnair's partner Norra, twice a day, six days a week. Although GPS interference has increased since 2022, Finnair has robust systems and alternative navigation technologies to ensure safe flight operations. Pilots are prepared for and able to respond to GPS interference.

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HomeToGo and WeatherPromise offer weather guarantees for dream vacations

A new partnership between HomeToGo and WeatherPromise promises travelers to enjoy their dream vacation without worry by being protected from bad weather. The cooperation allows travelers to purchase an insurance solution when booking their vacation home that offers a full refund in case of bad weather. Each WeatherPromise package is individually tailored to the trip and based on accurate weather data from leading global networks such as the German Weather Service, NOAA and NASA. By monitoring the weather throughout the trip and automatically refunding in case of deviations from insurance policies, travelers receive unique security for their bookings through HomeToGo. This collaboration marks a groundbreaking step in the travel industry and supports HomeToGo's vision as a comprehensive travel planning platform. WeatherPromise is currently available to German travelers and could be expanded to other markets in the future. HomeToGo and WeatherPromise together stand for unforgettable travel experiences, protected from unexpected weather.

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Sunny Beach as a tourism hotspot: major event with over 180 industry representatives

From June 5 to 7, 2024, Sunny Beach, Bulgaria's largest holiday resort, will host a major event, which is expected to attract more than 180 leading representatives of the tourism industry from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The "Experience Bulgaria" event is jointly organized by fvw|TravelTalk, Fraport Twin Star Airport Management, the Association of Incoming Agencies of Bulgaria, Libena Bulgarian Hotels (Melia Hotels) and the Bulgarian Ministry of Tourism. Flights for the participants will be operated by Electra Airways/SunExpress and Fly Lili/International Carrier Consult. The aim of the event is to promote the "Bulgarian Black Sea Coast" destination among industry experts from German-speaking countries and to provide comprehensive information about tourism development and the attractiveness of Bulgaria as a summer travel destination. The three-day program includes a professional conference moderated by Klaus Hildebrandt and Dirk Rögl, a workshop for travel agents, tours of the southern Black Sea coast, and visits and events at the Melia Sunny Beach, Sol Nessebar Resort and Wave Resort hotels. The event is seen as an important step in promoting Bulgaria as a tourist destination and demonstrates the commitment of Fraport Twin Star Airport Management and other tourism representatives to the development of Bulgarian tourism.

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More air freight at Vienna-Schwechat Airport

The air freight business at Vienna Airport is experiencing a significant upturn. In the first quarter of 2024, a total of 68.058 tons of air freight were handled for import and export, an increase of 16 percent compared to the previous year. In addition, this represents an increase of over 2 percent compared to the pre-Corona year of 2019. The increase in tonnage in the Pharma Handling Center by 6,9 percent to a total of 886 tons is particularly pleasing. These positive results are mainly due to the significant increases in belly freight in passenger aircraft. The renewed air traffic offers additional cargo space, which is in high demand. The volume of belly freight even more than doubled in the first quarter, more than compensating for the decline in pure cargo aircraft. Air freight replacement traffic also recorded an increase of 15 percent compared to the previous year. Both imported and exported air freight are showing balanced growth. Michael Zach, Head of Handling Services at Vienna Airport, is positive about these developments. Additional long-haul capacity to North America and Asia has already been added through the change in flight schedules. Vienna Airport has established itself as an important global cargo hub for Central and Eastern Europe. With its 24-hour operational availability and 10 Category F aircraft parking spaces, it offers ideal conditions for air cargo. The operating company Vienna Airport sees itself as well-equipped for further growth in order to strengthen and expand its role as an air cargo hub.

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Linz: Ryanair takes on London Stansted

Ryanair today announced the launch of a new flight connection between Linz Airport and London Stansted from 28 October this year. With four weekly flights, two return flights each, Ryanair fills the gap left by the discontinuation of connections by Lufthansa and other airlines at Linz Airport. This new route will not only offer competitive airfares for the residents and visitors of Upper Austria, but will also better connect the region with a major European city. Ryanair's arrival in Linz will not only serve outbound traffic, but will also boost inbound tourism to the region, thus promoting growth and development. Andreas Gruber of Ryanair stressed the importance of this new connection, highlighting the role of Linz as the second Austrian airport that Ryanair has opened up in the last two years. Ryanair reaffirms its commitment to the Austrian market with the launch of this new route. Alongside Klagenfurt, Salzburg and Vienna, Linz will be the fourth airport that Ryanair will serve in Austria. This expansion underlines the airline's efforts to offer low prices and improved connections, as well as to promote regional growth. Linz Airport welcomes the partnership with Ryanair Norbert Draskovits, Managing Director of Linz Airport, was positive about the resumption of Ryanair flights at Linz Airport. The new route to London Stansted offers an attractive city destination for Upper Austrians and also connects to one of the largest European travel markets. Draskovits hopes for the success of the route and for a future expansion of the cooperation with Ryanair. The announcement of the new flight connection not only strengthens

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The modernized Allsun Hotel Eden Playa on Mallorca opens for the 2024 summer season

The Allsun Hotel Eden Playa on the Playa de Muro in Mallorca has reopened its doors after extensive modernization work in time for the start of the 2024 summer season. The high-quality 4-star holiday resort is presented in Mallorcan villa style with a spacious garden and pool area, which have been redesigned in important areas to offer guests an even higher level of comfort and quality. Particularly noteworthy is the lavishly redesigned spa and fitness area, which has been converted into a luxurious wellness oasis with an indoor pool, sauna and relaxation area. In addition to cosmetic treatments and massages, manicures and pedicures are also offered. In addition, the more than 200 square meter fitness area has been modernized and equipped with modern cardio and muscle building equipment. Various courses such as body fit, indoor cycling, yoga, Pilates and more are offered in a separate training room. The pool, restaurant and bar terraces as well as other public areas have also been modernized to meet the modern needs and wishes of guests. The pool bar with seating terrace and the bar above the dunes offer a wonderful view of the landscape and the sea. The Allsun Hotel Eden Playa offers 298 suites, double and single rooms and is designed as an all-inclusive hotel. It is aimed at families, couples and solo travellers and has an Allsun Kids Club, a playground and a children's pool.

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Dortmund introduces automated baggage check-in with Wizz Air

Since the beginning of May, passengers travelling with Wizz Air at Dortmund Airport have been able to check in their checked baggage quickly and easily themselves. The airport has implemented two automated self bag drop counters to reduce waiting times and optimise the travel experience. This modern service allows passengers to either drop off their baggage with the check-in staff or use the new automated process. The counters are simple and intuitive to use: after scanning the boarding pass, there are seven languages ​​to choose from to guide the process. The baggage is automatically measured, weighed and checked for the airline's baggage regulations before the baggage label is printed out. The passenger attaches the label visibly to the baggage and receives a baggage slip as a receipt. Please note that the service can only be used by passengers who already have a valid boarding pass. Travellers without checked baggage or with excess baggage must report to the regular check-in counter. For the time being, the service is only available for travel with Wizz Air and the opening hours of the machines are tied to the airline's regular baggage drop-off times.

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