Air India Express, a subsidiary of the Tata Group, is set to undergo a major transformation. The airline will eliminate business class seats from its planes starting April 2025, focusing solely on economy class. This shift aligns with their strategy of expanding their network, connecting smaller cities with metros and establishing new international routes. The move will also see the airline’s fleet grow to over 110 aircraft by the end of the fiscal year.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken center stage at the Arabian Travel Market 2024, showcasing its remarkable growth trajectory, future aspirations, and commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience. With a dedicated stand, Etihad Airways aims to attract industry leaders, media, trade partners, and tourism enthusiasts.
WestJet Group CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech recently visited Atlantic Canada, including St. John’s, Newfoundland, to meet with stakeholders and discuss the airline’s growing presence in the region. He emphasized WestJet’s commitment to the area, including network improvements at major provincial airports this summer. These enhancements include increased east-to-west domestic flights, resumption of seasonal transatlantic flights to London (Gatwick), and additional flights to popular winter sun destinations.
AirAsia X Berhad has announced its operational data for the first quarter of 2024, showcasing positive results. The company achieved a robust passenger load factor of 83%, a 3 percentage point increase year-on-year. This reflects strong passenger demand, leading to a 90% YoY increase in passengers carried to 959,623. AirAsia X expanded its network, launching flights to Almaty, Kazakhstan, and increasing frequencies on popular routes to China and Indonesia. AirAsia X Thailand also reported a solid performance with an 89% PLF and a 51% YoY growth in the number of passengers carried.
