Emirates invests US$ 135 million in new pilot training center

"This US$ 135 million investment to build a new pilot training center will ensure Emirates' readiness to commence its pilot training ahead of the delivery of its new aircraft fleet starting from 2024. The building will be equipped with the latest, technologically advanced simulators to provide the best training for pilots, while using solar power to reduce energy consumption." ~His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group

Emirates invests US$ 135 million in new pilot training center

• An advanced facility with Full Flight Simulator Bays (FFS) for Emirates’ new Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X fleet
• When ready in 2024, new facility will have the potential to expand Emirates’ pilot training capacity by 54% annually

For its upcoming Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft, Emirates will soon construct an advanced training facility that can accommodate six Full Flight Simulator Bays (FFS). The new 63,318 square foot ft. facility will open in March 2024.

The existing Emirates Training Facilities in Dubai, which will be adjacent to the new building, will provide excellent integration and be conveniently located near all other pilot training centers.

 

As part of the pilot training module, pilot trainees will also be able to set up and configure the cockpit environment with specialized devices and upload the data to the Full Flight Simulator (FFS) prior to beginning their training session. This novel, first-of-its-kind idea aims to shorten the trainee's preparation time in the simulator, assist them in maintaining focus, and maximize the training time.

 

Emirates has the potential to increase its annual pilot training capacity by 54% by adding the new building to its existing Dubai training colleges. With 17 full flight simulator bays that can accommodate more than 130,000 training hours per year, Emirates' pilots will have more flexibility and facilities to improve their flying skills across the airline's training buildings.

 

Emirates' newest training college will begin instructing its first A350 pilots by June 2024, in accordance with the scheduled delivery of the airline's first Airbus A350 aircraft.

 

The airline provides a variety of world-class training and development programs for its workforce and other aviation professionals in addition to cutting-edge training facilities for its flight deck crew. These are found in Dubai: the Emirates Flight Training Academy for cadets, the Emirates Aviation University, the Emirates Cabin Crew Training Centre, and numerous programs designed specifically for various employee groups.

Cebu Pacific brings back CEB Super Pass this 10.10 Buy all you can, fly when you can for only PHP99

Buy all you can,

fly when you can

for only PHP99

"We are very happy to relaunch this well-loved product right in time for the holiday season. Now it's even easier to give your loved ones the gift of flexible travel, which they can use up until next year." ~Carmina Romero, Cebu Pacific Director for Corporate Communications

The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), gives everyJuan an early PASSko as it offers its one-of-a-kind travel voucher, the CEB Super Pass, from 10AM on October 10 until October 13, 2022.

For only PHP 99, one-way base fare, customers can purchase an open-dated pass that allows one  to travel across the airline’s widest domestic network, whether via Cebu Pacific or Cebgo. Each passenger can also buy all they can and fly only when they can, from October 17, 2022, until November 30, 2023.

The CEB Super Pass is made available for Juans who place a high value on flexibility, convenience, and affordability for their travels, whether for leisure or business. This was initially launched in 2021 as part of its 25th anniversary celebration, in line with the airline's promise to keep making travel accessible for everyJuan.

Passengers who have existing Travel Funds may also make use of their virtual wallets to stock up on these vouchers. Get your CEB Super Pass for yourself and for your loved ones.

Visit the Cebu Pacific website: https://bit.ly/CEBSuperPass for more information.

Make New Travel Memories with Singapore Airlines

Did you miss flying and going to different destinations to travel with your family and friends after  more than 2 years of being locked-in inside your home? Remember the thrill and excitement you feel when planning for a spontaneous weekend getaway or an adventure-filled grand vacation - the sights to see, places to go, unique eats to enjoy and whatnot? You count down the days till your bags are packed and passports ready as you march to the airport, hold your precious boarding pass that will render your dream holiday a reality. 

Gone are the days of dreaming and reminiscing as you can now rediscover the world and enjoy quarantine-free travel with the relaxed safety protocols in place to Singapore and more. It’s the perfect time to go on that much-deserved trip with amazing places to choose from, such as Singapore, Los Angeles, New York, and London. 

 

Seeking somewhere close to you? It’s your chance to revisit Singapore’s scenic attractions and relive the passion and energy of the lion city. Explore new food spots at Ghim Moh Market or at Food Centres, be amongst nature in Sister’s Islands, or grab bargains in the many stores along Orchard Road;

Feel the Hollywood vibe in the mountains of Santa Monica with its famous sign or take a photo-spree of the picture-perfect sights in Beverly Hills, all situated in the beautiful city of Los Angeles;

Tag the kids along and explore different museums rich in history and culture, watch the latest Broadway musicals, and revel in the sight of the famous billboards in New York City’s Times Square;

Or you can visit London and listen to the chimes of Big Ben, walk across Tower Bridge, try to catch a glimpse of the royals at Buckingham Palace, and go on a chill tour on the River Thames.

 

Singapore Airlines (SIA) invites you to experience all these and more when you fly with them to these destinations and other exciting destinations all over Asia, the USA, Australia, and Europe. 

• An elevated travel experience awaits

Fly with Singapore Airlines from various points from the Philippines, as SIA now operates daily connecting flights from Singapore to Davao and Cebu. This is on top of the four daily flights from Manila, offering greater connectivity and consistency in products and services across the SIA Group’s premium network. 

You can also look forward to SIA’s award-winning suite of in-flight offerings. From flavourful culinary creations to the warm hospitality from SIA’s cabin crew, enjoy a world-class experience on board SIA. 

• Experience safe and seamless travel 

From check-in up to your arrival, you can count on the airline’s enhanced safety measures, recognised with a ‘Diamond’ rating in the APEX Health and Safety Audit3 and 5-star rating in the Skytrax Covid-19 Airline Safety Audit. 

Upon boarding, a complimentary SIA care kit is given to all customers which includes a face mask, antibacterial wipes and disinfectant surface wipes.

Before the flight, download the SingaporeAir mobile app to access KrisWorld and an e-Library for your inflight entertainment and explore more features for a contactless journey. The app also offers a digital menu via which you can place your meal order, as well as personalized updates for every passenger. 

 

Every aircraft in the SIA Group fleet is equipped with HEPA filters which remove more than 99.9% of the microbes in the air. Cabin air is refreshed every 2-3 minutes throughout the flight and common surfaces are disinfected regularly.

 

Customers with tickets issued on or before 31 May 2022 can also delight in the convenience of complimentary rebooking4, regardless of fare type. With the ability to adjust your plans along the way to best suit your travel needs, you can set your mind at ease when you choose to fly with SIA. 

Fully-vaccinated travelers on all SIA flights will enjoy quarantine-free entry into Singapore, without the need for any on-arrival test or quarantine requirements1. Travelers, regardless of vaccination status, are also allowed to transit through Singapore on almost all SIA and Scoot flights as long as they meet the entry requirements of their final destination2. Following the simplified travel protocols, the SIA Group opens up the entire SIA and Scoot network to all eligible customers, operating from 97 destinations in 34 countries to Singapore. 

Visit singaporeair.com or enquire with your travel agent to start your journey in rediscovering the world and make new travel memories with SIA.

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SIA flies from Manila to Singapore four times daily, which conveniently connects to onward flights to the rest of the world. From 1 April 2022, SIA will fly from Davao and Cebu to Singapore on a daily circular flight, whereas Cebu-bound passengers departing from Singapore and Singapore-bound passengers departing from Davao will transit at Davao International Airport and Cebu-Mactan International Airport, respectively. 

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

"We are thrilled to connect Thailand and Singapore, providing more opportunities for Thai people to travel to Singapore and welcoming Singaporean tourists to experience the beauty of Thailand, including the capital city of Bangkok and the beautiful island of Phuket. After a long period of disruption due to the pandemic, the services connecting Thailand and Singapore will play a critical role in assisting the two nations' economic recovery while also serving the growing travel demand of individuals in the region." ~Mr. Woranate Laprabang, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Vietjet

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai VietJet To Open New International Direct Routes From Singapore To Bangkok and Phuket. To further enhance Thai Vietjet’s regional connectivity, Thai VietJet, a leading Thai low-cost airline based in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, is pleased to announce the launch of new international direct services from Singapore to Thailand’s capital city of Bangkok, from 28 April 2022, and from Singapore and Phuket from 2 June 2022. 

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Further enhancing regional connectivity, Thai Vietjet, a leading Thai low-cost airline based at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, announced its new international services from Singapore to Thailand’s capital city of Bangkok, starting from April 28, 2022, also direct flight connecting Singapore and Phuket, starting from June 2, 2022.

In the beginning, the new international service Singapore - Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) will operate 3 flights a week every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, while the direct service from Singapore to Phuket will operate with a frequency of 2 flight a week every Thursday and Sunday, and following flight schedule:

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Recently, the airline successfully commenced its maiden flight from Bangkok to Phnom Penh, as well as the resumption of international flight service between Bangkok and Da Nang, while also maintaining steady service and boosting flight frequency between Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City.

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Currently, travel restriction for international travelers entering Thailand has been lifted. From April 1, 2022, travelers entering Thailand are only required to purchase Covid-19 insurance with the coverage value of only US$20,000 (previously US$50,000), while negative result of RT-PCR before departure and the RT-PCR test on Day 5 in Thailand in no longer required.

Thai Vietjet has total of 16 aircraft in the fleet, including 10 Airbus A320-200 and 6 Airbus A321-200, and plans to add more by the end of the year. Thai Vietjet's fleet has increased by 433% within six years, given the fact that the airline began operations with three aircraft in 2016, emphasizing the airline's success as ‘The Fastest Growing Low-cost Carrier of the Year' awarded by Global Business Outlook Magazine in 2020.

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

With an average age of 5 years, Thai Vietjet's fleet has been recognized as the world's youngest and most modern commercial fleet, with On Time Performance Rate (OTP) of 97.29%, Technical Reliability of 99.73%, and total accumulated passengers nearly 11 Million passengers.

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

In parallel with flight network expansion, the airline introduced its official loyalty program SkyFUN with new ‘FUN Coin’ concept, offering its passengers a whole new experience with valued benefits from the airline itself and travel partners throughout the region. The virtual FUN Coins of loyalty program aims to enhance passengers’ experience with three different member tiers, including Silver, Gold and Platinum, which enable all members to enjoy different benefits and privileges according to their membership tiers.  

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Awarded 'The Fastest Growing Low-cost Carrier of the 2020' by Global Business Outlook Magazine, Thai Vietjet has been continuously expanding its flight network, both domestic and international, as well as expanding its young and modern fleet. 

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

Thai Vietjet to operate Flights from Singapore to Bangkok and Phuket

The airline has also recently been awarded the ‘Most Passenger-Friendly Cabin Crew - 2021’ airline from International Finance Magazine, emphasizing its position as the ‘airline of hospitality’, reinforcing its core value of ‘Friendly & Fun’, together with ‘Safety’, ‘Punctuality, and ‘Affordable Price’.

Further information at www.vietjetair.com.

About Thai Vietjet:

Established in 2014, Thai Vietjet has been cooperating with Vietjet to extend its flight network and provide more opportunities for travelers to discover Thailand and many other countries with its hospitable and enjoyable service. With a focus on cost management ability, effective operations and performance, the airline offers flying opportunities with cost-saving and flexible fares as well as diversified services to meet customers’ demands.

Awarded 'The Fastest Growing Low-cost Carrier of the 2020' by Global Business Outlook Magazine, Thai Vietjet has been continuously expanding its young and modern fleet, featuring Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. The airline has also recently been awarded the ‘Most Passenger-Friendly Cabin Crew - 2021’ airline from International Finance Magazine, emphasizing its position as the ‘airline of hospitality’, reinforcing its core value of ‘Friendly & Fun’, together with ‘Safety’, ‘Punctuality, and ‘Affordable Price’.    

Currently, Thai Vietjet operates 14 Thailand domestic routes, including flights from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Krabi, Udon Thani, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Ubon Ratchathani, and Surat Thani, cross-regional flights including from Phuket to Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, and Udon Thani, and direct flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai. The airline is also actively expanding its international flight network to many destinations across Asia-pacific, connecting Thailand with Vietnam, Taiwan, Singapore, and other top destinations in the region. 

Emirates and TAP Air Portugal sign MOU to expand strategic codeshare partnership

“Emirates and TAP Air Portugal have enjoyed a mutually successful codeshare partnership for the past eight years. We are delighted to expand this relationship and look forward to delivering even more benefits to our customers.” ~Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Chief Commercial Officer

Emirates and TAP Air Portugal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the codeshare partnership currently in place between both airlines. The new agreement will see customers of both airlines benefit from seamless connectivity on many new routes across the Americas, North Africa, and East Asia. Emirates and TAP Air Portugal will also explore ways to enhance the co-operation on their respective frequent flyer programmes including reciprocal earning and redemption opportunities and popular benefits.

Under the expanded partnership, TAP Air Portugal will place its code on Emirates’ flights to popular East Asia destinations such as Taipei, Tokyo, Osaka, Mumbai, Delhi, Dhaka, Male, Jakarta, Denpasar, Manila, Hanoi, as well as Barcelona and Mexico City.

In addition, both airlines plan on supporting each other’s stopover programmes in Dubai and Lisbon, with Emirates also supporting TAP Air Portugal as it looks at potential expansion opportunities in the UAE.

Subject to required regulatory approvals, the expanded agreement is expected to come into effect from May 1, 2021, and will provide customers with seamless booking, ticketing, and travel benefits across 70 destinations on both airlines’ networks.

“TAP Air Portugal is pleased to enhance our Emirates partnership, allowing our guests greater geographic access. We look forward to taking Emirates customers to more cities within Portugal, to our destinations in the Americas and North Africa, and for them to benefit from our Stopover Portugal program.” ~Arik De, TAP Air Portugal’s Chief Revenue & Network Officer

Under the expanded partnership, TAP Air Portugal will place its code on Emirates’ flights to popular East Asia destinations such as Taipei, Tokyo, Osaka, Mumbai, Delhi, Dhaka, Male, Jakarta, Denpasar, Manila, Hanoi, as well as Barcelona and Mexico City.

Emirates customers will be able to seamlessly access additional domestic destinations in Portugal, as well as TAP Air Portugal’s flights to cities in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea-Conakry, Morocco, Tunisia, Gambia, and Cape Verde.

AirAsia ’s Teleport partners with food giant McDonald’s for timely and fast-moving deliveries

“We have seen the tremendous growth of our delivery business last year, which, enabled by digital technology, allowed us to serve more customers conveniently and safely from the comfort of their homes. Through partnerships like this with AirAsia and Teleport, we will be able to cater to the growing demand while maintaining the high standards of quality, commitment to convenience and accessibility, that McDonald’s is known for here in the Philippines and all over the world“. ~Mr. Kenneth Yang, McDonald’s Philippines CEO

While COVID-19 continues to endanger many different sectors of the economy, the airline industry is among the hardest hit. As we demonstrate our core value of malasakit at McDonald’s Philippines, we aim to use our omni channel presence in order to help the airline industry bounce back such as Air Asia Philippines.

McDonald’s launches a partnership with Air Asia that aims to help the company thrive as they enter a new venture into the delivery business and support displaced employees.

“our partnership with AirAsia is part of the company’s on-going digital transformation journey which started in 2009 with the launch of our McDelivery website, followed by the launch of our McDelivery App in 2014, use of 3POs in 2018 and cashless payment for McDelivery in 2020. It was through these strategic investments that enabled the company to survive the pandemic, and in our continuous pursuit of this [digital transformation], will allow us to future proof our business.” ~Ms. Margot Torres, McDonald’s Philippines Managing Director

The Memorandum of Agreement signing took place at the McDonald’s NXTGEN, Le Grand Avenue, McKinley West, Taguig City.

AirAsia’s logistics arm Teleport inked a partnership with one of the country’s largest fast-food chains - Golden Arches Development Corporation (McDonald’s Philippines), to support and ensure a fast-moving delivery of orders within the National Capital Region (NCR).

To kick off the partnership, AirAsia’s Teleport and McDonald’s executives initiated the send off with around 10 members of the airasia delivery team , some of whom are AirAsia cabin crew, pilots and ground staff at McDonald’s McKinley West, who will start delivering orders of customers within Metro Manila starting in Paranaque and Pasay City. 

“This partnership with McDonald's forms part of AirAsia’s pivot to digital transformation and opening of other lines of businesses that will provide job opportunities to everyone who have been severely impacted by the ongoing pandemic. At AirAsia, we will continue to be agile and welcoming to meaningful and positive changes that inspire growth and economic development.” ~Ricky Isla, AirAsia CEO

Teleport is an end-to-end logistics experience built for modern businesses. Aside from the last-mile delivery service of transferring items fast and safely to doorsteps performed by the airasia delivery team, Teleport also runs air cargo operations using AirAsia’s fleet and wide network of flights, utilizing existing space on passenger planes to reduce transport costs while accessing over 125 cities across Southeast Asia.

And now, the same level of efficiency can be experienced by McDonald’s customers when they order their favorite meals through the McDonald’s PH App.

“Aside from the NCR, Teleport is now present in key cities in the country such as Bacolod, Cebu, Davao, General Santos, Iloilo, Kalibo, Puerto Princesa, Tacloban, Tagbilaran, Clark, Cagayan de Oro, and Zamboanga.We hope to partner with McDonald’s in these key cities to service more McDonald’s stores in the country. AirAsia-Teleport is looking forward to the growth of our partnership with Golden Arches Development Corp. (GADC) to expand our services nationwide, as well as Southeast Asia through AirAsia’s expansive network across cities and countries. McDonald’s in the Philippines is one of the largest markets in the region with close to 660 outlets nationwide to date, with more slated to open this 2021. The company’s continued expansion and growing demand of Filipinos for McDonald’s globally iconic products like Big Mac and Fries and well-loved local favorites like Chicken McDo and McSpaghetti, has challenged AirAsia-Teleport to also strive to ‘deliver’.” ~Mr. Bernal, Teleport CountryErnest Head

Ordering, payment, and delivery tracking will be through McDonald’s channels, while AirAsia’s Teleport will ensure the safe, hot and fresh and on-time deliveries of meals from McDonald's stores right to the doorsteps of customers.

About Teleport

Founded in 2018, Teleport is a venture under airasia Digital, building out the cargo and logistics ambitions for AirAsia. Teleport is on a mission to enable everyone - from single merchants to the largest companies - to move goods and e-commerce anywhere in Southeast Asia and beyond. It should simply work, like magic.  For more information, please visit teleport.asia or our social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

About AirAsia

​AirAsia is a leading travel and financial platform company in Asia Pacific, providing air transport, travel and lifestyle services, as well as financial services. AirAsia started as a low-cost carrier with operations in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines and India, and has carried more than 600 million guests to over 150 destinations in its network across Asia, Australia, the Middle East and the US. Recognised for its world-class service, the airline has been named Skytrax World’s Best Low-Cost Airline 11 years in a row from 2009 to 2019 and World Travel Awards World's Leading Low-Cost Airline for seven consecutive years from 2013 to 2019. AirAsia has since embarked on a transformation journey to become more than just an airline, with the inclusion of hotels, holidays, activities and online shopping on its travel and lifestyle platform airasia.com, integrated logistics through Teleport and digital financial services via its money app, BigPay. Follow AirAsia on Facebook (AirAsia), Twitter (@AirAsia), Instagram (@airasia), YouTube (AirAsia), Weibo (@亚航之家) and WeChat (亚洲航空).

About McDonald’s

McDonald’s Philippines is a 100% Filipino owned company. It’s master franchise holder, Dr. George T. Yang, opened the first McDonald’s store in Morayta, Manila in 1981. Since then, McDonald’s in the Philippines has been a strong and relevant player in the country’s quick service restaurant industry, having grown a store network of close to 660 across the country with multiple customer touch points such as McDelivery, Drive Thru and kiosks. McDonald’s Philippines also continues to elevate its community relevance through its charity of choice, Ronald McDonald House Charities.