NEWSDec 20, 2023The Effects of Iceland's Volcano Eruption on Flights and TourismOn December 19, the fiery spectacle of a volcanic eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula unfolded, casting a glow of uncertainty over aviation and tourism in the region. While the eruption itself showcased the Earth's awe-inspiring power, its consequences on air travel and the tourism industry became immediate areas of concern. The Icelandic government swiftly reassured that flights were unlikely to be affected, seeking to dispel the haunting memories of the widespread chaos caused by the ash cloud from the 2010 eruption.Read More →
STORIESDec 12, 2023The Houston Express: Why Houston Was the Only US City with Direct Flights to AngolaAngola is a country that not many Americans choose to visit when searching for an African destination since its tourist attractions are not well-known. That being said, Angola's massive oil reserves attract business travelers from oil companies interested in doing business there. Demand was so high that direct flights between Houston and Luanda existed for 17 years, especially as Angola saw an economic boom amid rising oil prices in the 2000s. We look deeper at the Houston Express and why it no longer exists.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 07, 2023A Deeper Look at Saudia's Plans for Religious and Leisure Tourism Saudia has announced several expansion initiatives in recent weeks. Saudi Arabia's state-owned flag carrier plans to expand its operations in anticipation of large tourism demand in the coming years. Saudi Arabia aims to attract 150 million annual visitors by 2030 as part of its Vision 2030 plan to diversify its economy. The country seeks to reduce its reliance on oil and gas by developing other sectors, including tourism and aviation.Read More →
NEWSSep 26, 2023Orlando International: Soaring to the Top as Florida's Busiest AirportFlorida's busiest airport is not Miami. Orlando International Airport has and continues to cement its position as a key player in Floridian aviation. Here, we investigate the rise of MCO to the top.Read More →
NEWSSep 15, 2023Tired of Waiting for Your Luggage? This Airport Will Take It Straight to Your HotelAre you tired of spending a long time waiting for your luggage at baggage claim? And dealing with problems such as someone else accidentally taking your suitcase? Well this airport under construction in Saudi Arabia will take your luggage straight to your hotel. Once complete, it will be the world's first airport to handle luggage like this.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJul 05, 2023The Sky's the Limit: Exploring the Opportunities for Students in the Field of AviationAviation is a promising field for those students who dream of an exciting career in the sky. It's both romantic and rigorous at the same time. No wonder pilots are called the masters of the sky. But for them to be truly so, there must also be skilled teams on the ground to help ensure a quality flight. Let's take a look at the career opportunities for students in aviation.
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ROUTESJetSmart Commences Flights Between Santiago and SalvadorAt the end of December 2020, the Brazilian summer season began strong with the commencement of flights between Santiago de Chile and Salvador by the Chilean airline JetSmart. Despite the pandemic, and the beginning of mass vaccination in the world, JetSmart is optimistic to repeat the success of last season, where it transported about eleven thousand passengers between the two cities.Read More →
