Airport Operators Association

Lynx Air launches service between Tampa Bay and Montréal

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Friday, November 17, 2023
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MONTRÉAL, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural flight from Montréal to the Tampa Bay area takes off today from YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA).

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  • MONTRÉAL, Nov. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural flight from Montréal to the Tampa Bay area takes off today from YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA).
  • Canada’s ultra-affordable airline will operate four flights per week between Montréal and Tampa, flying brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.
  • “We're ecstatic to unveil an exceptionally affordable option for seamless travel between Montréal and Tampa Bay.
  • Fares between Montréal and Tampa Bay start at $110*, one way, including taxes and fees.

Global Airport Operations Industry Emerges Stronger in 2023 with a 6.4% Revenue Surge - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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The airport operations industry has experienced various challenges and changes in recent years.

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  • The airport operations industry has experienced various challenges and changes in recent years.
  • Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, airports saw increased passenger traffic, leading to significant revenue from passenger charges and services provided to airlines.
  • Despite these disruptions, global airport operation revenue has gradually increased at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 1.5%, reaching $254.7 billion by the end of 2023.
  • The Global Airport Operation industry encompasses businesses involved in operating international, national, or civil airports and public flying fields.

Lynx Air Launches Inaugural Flight between Montreal and Las Vegas

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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MONTREAL , Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) will launch its first flight between Montreal Pierre Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) today, continuing the rapid expansion of the airline’s Montreal network.

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  • MONTREAL , Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) will launch its first flight between Montreal Pierre Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) today, continuing the rapid expansion of the airline’s Montreal network.
  • By December 2023, Lynx will offer more than 8,000 seats per week across its North American network to and from Montreal.
  • We are happy to serve the demand for more options when it comes to air travel from Montreal residents,” said Merren McArthur, CEO of Lynx Air.
  • To celebrate today’s inaugural flight, Lynx has launched a limited time seat sale offering up to 25 per cent off base fares on all flights between Las Vegas and Montreal.

Lynx Air launches service today between Montréal and Vancouver

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Friday, June 23, 2023
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MONTREAL, June 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canada’s leading ultra-affordable airline, Lynx Air (Lynx), is launching its inaugural flight from Montréal Pierre Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) today.

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  • MONTREAL, June 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canada’s leading ultra-affordable airline, Lynx Air (Lynx), is launching its inaugural flight from Montréal Pierre Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) today.
  • Lynx will operate twelve services a week between Montréal and Vancouver, taking its total flights in and out of Montréal to 26 flights a week, which is more than 4,900 seats.
  • Lynx fares are truly ultra-affordable, starting from $89* one way between Montréal and Vancouver, including taxes and fees.
  • For sale details, and to book an ultra-affordable fare, visit FlyLynx.com
    Says Merren McArthur, CEO of Lynx Air, “We are thrilled to be adding Vancouver to our Montréal network today, following the successful launch of our Montréal services to St. John’s and Calgary earlier this month.

PASSUR Aerospace Completes Integration of Symphony® Portfolio

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PASSUR Aerospace, Inc. (PASSUR) announced that it has successfully integrated the Symphony product portfolio and team into the PASSUR organization. As part of the transition, all the key Symphony account management, customer success, finance and technical personnel have joined the PASSUR team. PASSUR is now responsible for the development and maintenance of the Symphony product line, as well as the support of all customer contracts.

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  • Combined Organization Delivers Unmatched Capability in the Areas of Airport Operations, Noise Management, Billing, Aviation Data Services, and Collaborative Workflow Management
    ORLANDO, Fla., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PASSUR Aerospace, Inc. (PASSUR) announced that it has successfully integrated the Symphony product portfolio and team into the PASSUR organization.
  • As part of the transition, all the key Symphony account management, customer success, finance and technical personnel have joined the PASSUR team.
  • PASSUR is now responsible for the development and maintenance of the Symphony product line, as well as the support of all customer contracts.
  • The new PASSUR portfolio is uniquely positioned to meet the digital operations support needs of airports, airlines, integrators, and aviation service providers of all sizes, across the globe.

Lynx Air Adds Montreal to Its Network

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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MONTREAL, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx), today announced the addition of Montreal to its network from June 5, 2023, taking the total number of North American destinations served by Lynx to fifteen.

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  • MONTREAL, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx), today announced the addition of Montreal to its network from June 5, 2023, taking the total number of North American destinations served by Lynx to fifteen.
  • Tickets go on sale today, and Lynx is launching a limited-time seat sale with up to 50 per cent off all base fares to and from Montreal.
  • "We are delighted to be adding the vibrant city of Montreal to the Lynx Air network in the lead up to summer.
  • While Montreal is a very popular destination, it is currently under-served by low-cost carriers, and Lynx aims to change that,” said Merren McArthur, CEO of Lynx.

Flair Airlines appoints Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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EDMONTON, AB, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Flair Airlines, Canada's largest ultra low cost carrier, today announced that Maciej Wilk will join the company in the role of Chief Operating Officer.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Flair Airlines, Canada's largest ultra low cost carrier, today announced that Maciej Wilk will join the company in the role of Chief Operating Officer.
  • Mr. Wilk joins Flair following 10 years' experience at LOT Polish Airlines in Warsaw including holding the role of Chief Operating Officer since 2017.
  • "Flair is very pleased to have attracted a person with a proven global track record," said Stephen Jones, President and CEO of Flair Airlines.
  • "The appointment of Mr. Wilk as Chief Operating Officer continues our building of an industry leading executive team.

Astara Capital Partners Expands Organization

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Astara Capital Partners, LLC ("Astara"), a middle-market private equity firm, is pleased to announce the continued expansion and development of its team during the second half of 2022 with a promotion, new hires, and relocation.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Astara Capital Partners, LLC ("Astara"), a middle-market private equity firm, is pleased to announce the continued expansion and development of its team during the second half of 2022 with a promotion, new hires, and relocation.
  • Prior to Astara, Mitchell worked at private equity firm Carnelian Energy Partners after starting his career in investment banking with Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co.
    "Mitchell has been an invaluable member of our team and we are excited to see him take on this new role," said Michael Ranson, Managing Partner of Astara.
  • George Luo joined the firm as a Senior Associate after working at KPS Capital Partners.
  • Mitch Blank joined Astara as an Associate from Capitol Investment Corp and Noah Bates joined as an Associate from Capstone Partners.

HKTDC launches GoGBA Day for the International Business Community

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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This support event aims to engage members of the international business community in Hong Kong that are currently underserved in terms of up-to-date business information on the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

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  • This support event aims to engage members of the international business community in Hong Kong that are currently underserved in terms of up-to-date business information on the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).
  • Hong Kong has been designated as an international financial, shipping, trade and aviation hub, a global offshore renminbi business hub and an international centre for asset management and risk management.
  • On the ground, the HKTDC has established the HKTDC GBA Service Centre in Shenzhen to provide local and international enterprises from Hong Kong with consultation services, industry-related updates and business matching.
  • Vivian Cheung, Executive Director, Airport Operations, Hong Kong International Airport, said: "We have been expanding the capacity and functionality of Hong Kong International Airport in preparation for the resumption of international travel and business.

easyJet to Unlock Environmental, Operational Benefits as First Airline Partner for Iris Programme From Inmarsat, ESA

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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This partnership is the culmination of years of work and over 50 million investment by ESA, Inmarsat and more than 30 partners to develop the Iris programme.

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  • This partnership is the culmination of years of work and over 50 million investment by ESA, Inmarsat and more than 30 partners to develop the Iris programme.
  • Philippe Carette, President of Inmarsat Aviation, said, The Iris programme from Inmarsat and ESA is a game-changer and we are delighted to have easyJet as our first airline partner.
  • Iris will enter commercial and operational service fully in Europe next year, supporting the Single European Skys ATM Research (SESAR) masterplan.
  • Iris Global will focus on the technologies and certification required to share the fuel, CO2 and congestion-saving benefits of Iris with regions beyond Europe.