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American Airlines places orders for Airbus, Boeing and Embraer aircraft

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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American orders 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft.

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  • American orders 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft.
  • Narrowbody orders complement existing orders of Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A321XLR long-haul aircraft.
  • FORT WORTH, Texas, March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Airlines today announced orders for 260 new aircraft, including 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft.
  • As part of the Boeing order, American has upgauged 30 existing 737 MAX 8 orders to 737 MAX 10 aircraft.

AEROMEXICO WILL FLY TO TULUM'S NEW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FROM THE INAUGURATION DATE

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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As of December 1, there will be 14 weekly frequencies offered from AICM to this new airport.

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  • As of December 1, there will be 14 weekly frequencies offered from AICM to this new airport.
  • With this, the airline will be offering more than 221,000 seats per month in the state of Quintana Roo.
  • Mexico City, August 24, 2023.- Aeromexico will begin operations from Mexico City's International Airport (AICM) to the new Tulum International Airport on December 1, offering more connectivity with the state of Quintana Roo, especially with the southern Riviera Maya.
  • This new route will be an additional alternative for domestic and international travelers from destinations such as Tijuana, Guadalajara, Aguascalientes, Toronto, San Francisco, and Chicago, among others.

BermudAir Launches as Bermuda's Boutique Airline

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BermudAir makes history today, launching as the first Bermuda-based airline with year-round service and catering to business and tourism needs with comfort, connectivity, and convenience. Tickets go on sale today for BermudAir's first three direct routes between Bermuda L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS); Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL); and Westchester County Airport (HPN), conveniently located near New York City. Service connecting BDA to BOS and HPN commences on August 31, with service to FLL beginning on September 22.

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  • "We are excited to launch BermudAir as Bermuda's first carrier, maintaining our commitment to start filling seasonal service gaps and establish frequency of service to and from the island this fall," said BermudAir Founder and CEO Adam Scott.
  • BermudAir will provide a distinguished level of onboard service, offering travellers freshly prepared light meals and beverage selections from local partners on the island.
  • "With the launch of a new airline in Bermuda, there's a sense of anticipation and opportunity in the air.
  • The executive team at BermudAir brings decades of commercial airline experience, including with United Airlines, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Silverjet.

JetBlue Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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Net income for the second quarter of 2023 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) of $138 million or $0.41 per share.

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  • Net income for the second quarter of 2023 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) of $138 million or $0.41 per share.
  • Operating revenue of $2.6 billion for the second quarter of 2023, up 6.7% year-over-year.
  • Operating expenses per available seat mile ("CASM") for the second quarter of 2023 decreased 12.2% year-over-year.
  • Average fuel price in the second quarter of 2023 of $2.63 per gallon, including hedges.

RTX's Collins Aerospace business signs MRO agreement with Envoy Airlines

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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PARIS, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PARIS AIR SHOW -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) today announced its Collins Aerospace business has signed a FlightSense® flight-hour contract with Envoy Air.

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  • PARIS, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PARIS AIR SHOW -- RTX (NYSE: RTX) today announced its Collins Aerospace business has signed a FlightSense® flight-hour contract with Envoy Air.
  • Under the multi-year agreement, Collins will provide maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for a number of systems across Envoy's fleet of 128 Embraer E175 aircraft.
  • "Our new agreement with Envoy builds on our existing support for the airline's Embraer fleet, further expanding Collins' relationship with one of America's largest regional carriers," said Cory May, vice president, Aftermarket Business Development for Collins Aerospace.
  • "We're pleased to reach an agreement with Collins Aerospace to enhance our maintenance program as we serve thousands of customers every day," said John Nicks, Envoy senior vice president, Corporate Services.

Pratt & Whitney Announces $206 Million Investment in Columbus, Georgia Business by 2028 to Build Capacity

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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PARIS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paris Air Show -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced a $206 million investment plan to expand the capabilities and footprint of its Columbus, Georgia business, which supports commercial and military engine programs.

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  • PARIS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paris Air Show -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced a $206 million investment plan to expand the capabilities and footprint of its Columbus, Georgia business, which supports commercial and military engine programs.
  • "Pratt & Whitney has been doing business in Georgia for nearly 40 years and in that time, our Columbus business has grown from a small manufacturing facility to a large, state-of-the-art manufacturing and overhaul center, where we employ approximately 2,000 employees," said Shane Eddy, president of Pratt & Whitney.
  • Pratt & Whitney will work in partnership with Georgia QuickStart to recruit and train new employees.
  • The Pratt & Whitney Columbus, Georgia business is located about 90 miles south of Atlanta and is comprised of the Columbus Engine Center and Columbus Forge, which operate on a single campus.

CDB Aviation Sells One E190 to African Carrier Airlink

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (“CDB Leasing”), announced today the execution of a sale and purchase agreement for one Embraer E190 aircraft with South African airline Airlink.

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  • CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (“CDB Leasing”), announced today the execution of a sale and purchase agreement for one Embraer E190 aircraft with South African airline Airlink.
  • The aircraft, previously on lease to BA Cityflyer, was delivered to Airlink in May 2023, coinciding with the airline’s celebration of connecting Southern Africa for 31 years.
  • The transaction was the inaugural sale of the aircraft type from CDB Aviation’s portfolio.
  • Prior to the sale, the lessor had 20 units of the E190 in its fleet on lease to various carriers globally.

Breeze Airways Signs Long-term Credit Card Agreement with Barclays

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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WILMINGTON, Del., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barclays US Consumer Bank and Breeze Airways, one of America's newest point-to-point leisure airlines, announced today they have entered into a long-term agreement to issue the airline's first-ever line of co-branded credit cards designed to allow cardmembers to earn points that can be redeemed while flying with Breeze and for a wide range of everyday purchases.

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  • The credit card program will launch in early 2024 and will be issued in conjunction with the Visa payment network.
  • In its first year of service, Breeze Airways was ranked as the No.
  • "Barclays and Breeze Airways are committed to innovating in the co-branded credit card space through a highly creative value proposition and frictionless digital experience," said Peter Gasparro, chief development officer, Barclays US Consumer Bank.
  • "Barclays' partner-first approach to credit card programs will help Breeze Airways reach new heights by enhancing the brand's core benefits while connecting with our customers through Barclays' rich data capabilities and personalization tools to deliver seamless digital experiences."

Intelsat To Deliver 2Ku Connectivity Upgrade to Japan Airlines

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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Intelsat , operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of Inflight Connectivity (IFC) services, has reached an agreement with long-time customer Japan Airlines (JAL) to upgrade about 50 Boeing 737s and 767s to the company’s 2Ku inflight connectivity solution.

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  • Intelsat , operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of Inflight Connectivity (IFC) services, has reached an agreement with long-time customer Japan Airlines (JAL) to upgrade about 50 Boeing 737s and 767s to the company’s 2Ku inflight connectivity solution.
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    Intelsat To Deliver 2Ku Connectivity Upgrade to Japan Airlines (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We value the trust that JAL has placed in Intelsat throughout our 10-year relationship,” said Dave Bijur, senior vice president of Commercial for Intelsat Commercial Aviation.
  • When completed, J-AIR will be the first regional airline in Japan to offer inflight entertainment and connectivity services.
  • “Intelsat has been a trusted partner of JAL since 2013,” said Mitsuko Tottori, senior vice president of Customer Experience at Japan Airlines.

Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engines Power Breeze Airways' Longest Airbus A220 Flight

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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EAST HARTFORD, Conn., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, a Raytheon Technologies business, joined Breeze Airways ("Breeze") today in announcing the launch of the airline's longest nonstop route, a more than 2,250 nautical-mile, Airbus A220 flight powered by GTF engines between Rhode Island's T.F.

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  • EAST HARTFORD, Conn., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, a Raytheon Technologies business, joined Breeze Airways ("Breeze") today in announcing the launch of the airline's longest nonstop route, a more than 2,250 nautical-mile, Airbus A220 flight powered by GTF engines between Rhode Island's T.F.
  • Customer Training Center for Breeze founder and CEO, David Neeleman and Breeze president, Tom Doxey.
  • "GTF engines enable airlines like Breeze fly long, thin, transcontinental routes with game-changing aircraft like the A220," said Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney.
  • Breeze also operates a fleet of Embraer E190 and E195 aircraft, each equipped with an APS2300 auxiliary power unit (APU) from Pratt & Whitney.