December 6, 2024

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December 6, 2024

Air Baltic introduces business class upgrades with Plusgrade

The Latvian airline Air Baltic will now allow its passengers to apply for upgrades to Business Class. This is done in cooperation with Plusgrade, a provider of additional services for airlines. The aim of the partnership is to improve the customer experience, increase the occupancy of the premium cabin and generate additional revenue. Further joint products are to follow from 2025 to expand the offering.

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Barcelona calls: Eurowings expands summer flight schedule from Salzburg

In summer 2025, Eurowings will be expanding its route network from Salzburg to include one of Europe's most popular cities: Barcelona. From April 11, there will be direct flights to the Catalan metropolis twice a week. This new connection not only enriches the already diverse range of summer destinations from Salzburg, but also fulfills a long-held wish of passengers and the region's economy. The announcement was received with enthusiasm, as Barcelona is considered a vibrant center of art, culture and history and is an ideal starting point for city trips and excursions to the surrounding regions. It is particularly noteworthy that the new route was realized in cooperation with Eurowings, Salzburg Airport's most important airline partner. Another milestone for Salzburg Airport With the new connection, Salzburg Airport is sending a clear signal of the attractiveness of its location. Bettina Ganghofer, Managing Director of the airport, emphasized: “Barcelona has been a big wish of our guests for years. After intensive negotiations, we were able to win the best partner for this route in Eurowings.” The new connection is to be offered until the end of October 2025 and is part of an extensive summer program that already includes numerous dream destinations. The existing destinations include popular Greek islands such as Rhodes, Kos and Zakynthos as well as other attractive places such as Olbia in Sardinia, Lamezia Terme in Italy and Larnaka in Cyprus. Spain is a particular focus, with destinations such as Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Gran Canaria and Tenerife. The new Barcelona connection continues this success story. Barcelona: More than just a metropolis Barcelona offers an incomparable mix of history, architecture and

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International Aviation Congress in Vienna: Setting the course for the future of the industry

From December 4 to 6, 2024, Vienna Airport became the center of the international aviation industry. Over 180 high-profile representatives from politics, business and aviation gathered at the "Vienna CESEE Airport Forum" to discuss the future of the Central and Southeastern Europe aviation region. The focus was on topics such as growth strategies, the development of the airline market, cybersecurity and the design of modern airport cities. The event not only offered a platform for the exchange of ideas, but also the opportunity to provide decisive impetus for the further development of the industry. The three-day congress began with an exclusive welcome reception in the airport tower. In front of the impressive backdrop of Vienna Airport, the participants met to make contacts and hold initial discussions. This stylish opening reflected the importance of the forum as a platform for exchange between international experts. It was already clear at this point that the event would offer more than just theoretical discussions, but would serve as a bridge between visionary ideas and concrete implementation options. Top-class line-up and trend-setting topics The list of participants read like a who's who of the aviation and business sectors. In addition to prominent names such as Susanne Kraus-Winkler, State Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Labor and Economics, and Andreas Schieder, Member of the EU Parliament, leading figures from major airlines were also present. Michael Trestl from Austrian Airlines, Jason McGuiness from Ryanair, Silvia Mosquera from Wizz Air and Joseph Young from Delta Air Lines brought the airlines' perspective, while representatives such as Laila Odina from Riga Airport and Jiri Pos from Prague Airport described their views as airport operators. The keynote speeches

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Fraport takes over concession for Kalamata Airport

Fraport AG has been awarded the 40-year concession to operate Kalamata Airport (KLX) in Greece. The consortium, consisting of Fraport and the Greek partners Delta Airport Investments and Pileas, will invest 28,3 million euros in the first three years to modernize the terminal infrastructure. The total expenditure for the concession amounts to 45,2 million euros. Kalamata Airport, an important hub in the southern Peloponnese, is scheduled to begin operations at the end of 2025.

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Wizz Air offers “All You Can Fly” membership again

Wizz Air is bringing back the popular "All You Can Fly" membership. This allows passengers to book unlimited flights on over 599 routes for a year for 800 euros. The membership offers access to more than 200 destinations in over 50 countries, with a one-off booking fee of 9,99 euros per flight. The first flight is free. The membership is ideal for frequent flyers and is renewed annually. In the first sales period, members were able to find free seats in 90 percent of cases.

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Emirates uses converted Boeing 777 on Vienna-Dubai flights

From January 3, 2025, Emirates will use its modernized Boeing 777 on flights between Vienna and Dubai. This makes Vienna the fourth city in the airline's European route network to receive the new cabin configuration. The Boeing 777 offers four cabin classes, including a Premium Economy and a Business Class with direct aisle access. Emirates is celebrating 20 years of commitment to Austria and operates two connections daily, including the famous A380.

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Lufthansa strengthens operational management at Frankfurt and Munich hubs

Lufthansa is reorganizing its operational responsibilities to improve processes at the Frankfurt and Munich hubs. From January 1, 2025, Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines, will also take over operational management in Munich. Klaus Froese will be responsible for Frankfurt. The aim of the restructuring is to make flight operations more stable and punctual, especially during peak times. The changes are intended to improve cooperation between teams and partners and increase customer satisfaction.

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Nonstop flights from Munich to Rovaniemi started

The airline Norwegian has been offering direct flights from Munich to Rovaniemi in Finland since December 3, 2024. The connection operates on Tuesdays and Saturdays and goes to the city on the Arctic Circle, known as the home of Santa Claus. Visitors can visit Santa Claus Village and experience the Northern Lights. Munich Airport welcomed the new connection as a special destination in the winter and Christmas season.

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United Airlines invests in new passenger terminal in Washington Dulles

United Airlines plans to build a new passenger area at Washington Dulles International Airport by the end of 2026. The project, worth over $500 million, includes the construction of Concourse E with 14 gates, one of the largest United Clubs and a direct connection to the airport's Aerotrain. The measure is part of the United Next program with which the airline is modernizing its infrastructure. Washington Dulles, a central hub for the airline, is experiencing continuous growth in daily flights and international connections.

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Vueling Airlines returns to Budapest with new connection

Budapest Airport welcomes the return of Vueling Airlines after a four-year break. The Spanish airline will connect Budapest and Bilbao with six flights from December 5, 2024 to January 1, 2025. The route will be served with an Airbus A320 and will create a direct connection between the two cities for the first time. Budapest expects the connection to lead to an increase in transfer passengers and sees Vueling's return as a sign of growth potential in 2025.

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