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Ryanair: Two New Greek Routes to Armenia for Summer 2020

Ryanair has announced the launch of two new services connecting Greece and Armenia for the summer of 2020.

TAP Air Portugal Receives 30th New Aircraft

TAP Air Portugal recently celebrated a milestone in the renovation of its fleet by receiving its 30th new aircraft also ending the commercial operation of its last Airbus A330.

Lufthansa and Vistara Sign Codeshare Agreement

Lufthansa and Vistara have signed a codeshare agreement aiming to further strengthen their existing interline partnership.

Royal Air Maroc to Join Oneworld Alliance in 2020

Royal Air Maroc, the Moroccan national carrier, will officially become a full member of Oneworld, a global airline alliance, in 2020.

Ryanair to Launch New Corfu – Prague Route for Summer 2020

Ryanair will launch a new service connecting Corfu with Prague in summer 2020.

Lufthansa: Reduced Catering Onboard Flights Due to Strike

Lufthansa will not be able to provide its regular variety of beverages and meals on December 19, due to a strike called by the Verdi trade union at the group's catering company LSG Skychefs.

Alitalia: Passenger Revenues Grow by 5% in November

Italian carrier Alitalia recorded a 5 percent increase in passenger revenues in November, compared to the same month in 2018.

Greece’s ‘TicketSeller’ Shortlisted as Best Newcomer at SESA Startup Competition 2019

Greek online travel agency TicketSeller is among the finalists of the South Europe Startup Awards (SESA) competition in the “Best Newcomer” category for 2019.

KLM Opens Renovated Non-Schengen ‘Crown Lounge’ at Schiphol Airport

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has officially opened its completely renovated non-Schengen “Crown Lounge” at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport.

IATA Grounds Greece’s Astra Airlines

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has suspended Greece’s Astra Airlines, which is reportedly seeking a new partner to inject much needed funds.

Cancelled Flights Get Astra Airlines Under Greek Aviation Authority Supervision

Greece’s Civil Aviation Authority is assessing whether Astra Airlines will be able to continue operations after the carrier recently cancelled a number of flights.

Ryanair to Relaunch Athens – Chania Route for Summer 2020

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair will relaunch the Athens - Chania route, as part of its schedule for the summer of 2020.

KLM Recycles Plastic Bottles to Make Tools to Repair its Aircraft

As part of its efforts to reduce waste, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is recycling PET plastic bottles to make 3D tools to repair its aircraft.

Emirates to Host 1st IATA Global Accessibility Symposium

Emirates will host IATA's 1st Global Accessibility Symposium in Dubai, aiming to advance open dialogue for a more disability-inclusive air transport system.

EU Votes to Protect Consumers, Employees in Bankruptcy Cases

Stronger and better consumer and employee protection in cases of corporate failure is the focus of a resolution which was recently adopted by the European Parliament.

Air France Customers Treated to Exceptional Wines

Air France held a wine tasting event for its customers, with award-winning sommelier Paolo Basso, in the Business lounge of Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport.

ECTAA Backs EU Parliament Calls for Post-Thomas Cook Support Measures

ECTAA has welcomed a European Parliament decision to support measures that help tourists and tourism businesses address issues created from Thomas Cook's collapse.

KLM Marks Centenary with Bike Ride at Athens Airport

KLM recently turned 100 years old and in Greece celebrated with a bike ride for its friends at Athens International Airport.
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Air China Adds Extra Athens – Beijing Direct Flight to Meet High Demand

Air China is increasing its direct Athens-Beijing service from two to three flights per week in order to meet high travel demand.

ERA: EU’s Flight Compensation Rule Impacting Smaller Carriers

The European Regions Airline Association (ERA) is re-examining an EU legislation covering issues of compensation for travelers, claiming it is impacting smaller carriers.