(SkyNewswire.com) --- British Airways is opening up its route network from London City Airport with the launch of its first route to Scandinavia.

The airline has announced plans to start a new double daily weekday service from the Docklands Airport with flights to Copenhagen in Denmark, providing a direct air link between the two capital cities.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, will introduce daily flights from Thiruvananthapuram to Dammam, its third daily service from India to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, effective March 28, 2010. The airline currently flies daily from Mumbai to Riyadh and Jeddah.

The airline will deploy a state-of-the-art Boeing 737-800 aircraft on this route, offering Premiere and Economy guests an in-flight product that is among the best in its class, warm service, award-winning In-Flight Entertainment, as well as delectable cuisine.

The introduction of the new daily services to Dammam will further strengthen Jet Airways’ presence in the Gulf, where it has emerged as one of the leading carriers on the Indo-Gulf sector in a relatively short period of time.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- The trip could be good if it is planned in advance - all the details are checked before you leave home and you are pretty sure about your flight schedule, reserved hotels and rent-a-car rules. But not all journeys allow the luxury of organization well in advance. Sometimes free days appear occasionally and a decision to take a small holiday during a busy month has to be taken at short notice.

Usually in such cases there is not enough time for planning - there is some time for buying tickets for the flight and booking the hotel. Thanks to the internet it is possible to fix everything in a couple of hours. Choosing a private jet could make the occasional trip easier and more pleasant. The flight could be booked even faster than exploring and deciding between flights offered by commercial airlines. The business charter which in this case turns into a private leisure charter can take off and land at a chosen destination at a time when the traveler wants it. So there is no need to work around the commercial airline schedule.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Spain dominated January’s search rankings, with five Spanish cities in the top ten. Faro and Dalaman also made the hot list, suggesting that sun and sand are still top priorities for British travellers, although the presence of flights to London, New York and Amsterdam shows that city breaks are also popular.

Medium and Long Haul
The most popular medium and long haul destinations searched for during January were: flights to New York (7th), Bangkok (11th), Orlando (15th), Sharm el Sheik (24th), Dubai (30th), Sydney (36th), Johannesburg (43rd), Las Vegas (45th), Delhi (48th) and Hong Kong (49th).

Most Popular Countries
Overall, Spain remains the most popular country for British travellers, despite fears that less favourable euro exchange rates would lead to a switch to non-euro countries such as Turkey, which has three destinations in the rankings, including a high number of searches for cheap flights to Dalaman. Despite being the UK’s closest neighbour, France is notably scarce in the top 50, with only one French city ranking, possibly due to the increased popularity of the Eurostar over flying.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- This signature between Airbus and Sogeti High Tech, wholly owned subsidiary of Cap Gemini S.A, reinforces a mutual trust relationship initiated more than ten years ago in the field of engineering design structural analysis(2) (composites and methods & tools) raising Sogeti High Tech as a first rank services partner of the European aircraft company.

This decision is a strategic choice for Airbus which needs to rely on a reference partner able to take an active part in its supply chain rationalization and able to contribute to a new engineering framework for structural analysis.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Federal police at Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) began a trial of Segway human transporters for more efficiency in monitoring criminal activity inside the terminal buildings at Germany’s third-largest airport. These Segways operate at speeds of up to 13 miles per hour and are equipped with helmets, flashing flights, sirens, and even first-aid kits. This allows officers to stand and move about 8 inches taller than everyone else and arrive at a scene equipped to act. The result is a greater presence of police officers among the crowds, and being able to see and be seen from greater distances and act accordingly takes security and protection efforts up a notch.

Düsseldorf is the first airport in Germany to use Segways for its police officers. The test phase lasts through June 2010. If successful, police officials plan to use Segways at other facilities, including train stations.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- In anticipation of its official launch on Valentine’s Day, Iloveyouraccent.com will be giving away a free flight to New York or London to a randomly selected member of the website.

As online dating continues to define the most prominent way for people to meet, Rochelle Peachey—founder of www.Iloveyouraccent.com— has created a website which breaks away from the standard services offered by traditional dating sites.

“Too many dating sites simply have clients pay a fee, fill out a bunch of questionnaires, and sends them suggested matches through impersonal emails,” says Rochelle. “This site allows the clients to take control of the matching process by searching through various profiles and pictures, and being able to communicate with only those who meet their certain criteria.”

(SkyNewswire.com)--- The Winter Olympics returns to Canada on February 12. Until February 18, popular winter sports such as speed skating, snowboarding, and ice hockey will be spotlighted in Vancouver, host city in the British Columbia province. According to City-Discovery.com, the event also serves to spotlight the sightseeing attractions and outdoor adventures in and around the city. The travel website announced that a number of Vancouver attractions are available in its selection of tours and activities in Canada.

Currently, there are seven planned travel experiences in Vancouver on the website.

First on the list is Victoria and Butchart Gardens, which includes a ferry cruise through Active Pass in the Gulf Islands to British Columbia’s capital. It also features a drive to the Inner Harbor, Government Street shopping and dining, and a visit to the Butchart Gardens, Royal B.C. Museum and other attractions.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Despite the hectic weather of the last few months in the United Kingdom and across Europe and the East, the company continues to do business as usual. That means getting the best price possible from our online booking engine which searches a wide number of providers for excellent rates.

Any Airport is an internet price comparison service which can offer cheap car hire at any airport across the world, including Car Hire Heathrow Airport and other useful locations.

Heavy snowfall across mainland Europe and UK, some of the worst seen in decades has led to an array of flights being cancelled. Luton airport, Gatwick airport and Manchester airport among others closing their runways leading to many people’s Christmas travel plans disrupted.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Due to the magnitude 7.0 earthquake to Hit Port Au Prince, Haiti Liberty Jet Management Corporation (certificate LDJA639L), a Wyvern-recommended operator and CharterX Professional member based at the Islip MacArthur Airport (KISP), has announced a special hotline for assistance in providing private jet charter and cargo jet charter to the island of Haiti as soon as conditions allow. Operations to Santa Domingo, Dominican Republic can be accommodated while the airport is shut down. The special hotline number is toll free (800) 879-2345 or (631) 471-1930. There is a team available to handle any logistical organization etc. Please contact the above toll free number or www.libertyjet.com
Liberty Jet Management is an FAA licensed air carrier that offers superior jet charter across America and throughout the world. Liberty Jets are managed, operated and maintained at the highest safety standards.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- One of the main reasons why so many people are taking advantage of the online check in is because they know that they are going to have a hassle free trip if they check-in beforehand. A large number of airlines have started providing the facilities of online check in services which means that you have a printable boarding pass when you come to the airport. Travelers are extremely pleased with this service because it means that they do not have to stand in the boarding queues for a long time. Apart from this going in for a airlines check-in online and online check in 24 hours before your flight is due is going to give you enough of notification about the status of your flight and the status of your seat. That means that if your seat is not confirmed 24 hours before the flight you can manage to look for some alternative source of traveling, perhaps in some other airline.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Dec 17, 2009 � Air Charter Service is already helping passengers in order to save their Christmas getaways after British Airways cabin crew voted overwhelmingly in favour of a twelve day strike incorporating almost the entire Christmas period. The industrial action will take place from 22nd December until 2nd January.

Whilst management at the airline try to resolve the situation and hope for further negotiations, passengers are being forced to look elsewhere in order to not be left disappointed this Christmas. Air Charter Service has already received many enquiries and bookings for charter flights from passengers not wishing to wait and hope for the strike to be resolved.

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Leading Edge Aviation Services (LEAS), the largest commercial aircraft painting company in the world, announced a major new milestone today with long-term partner Continental Airlines. The company completed the airline's first A/C 120 to don the Star Alliance livery at an induction event at Newark Liberty Airport. The aircraft was proudly unveiled to all 25 airline member CEOs along with international media, who gathered to witness Continental's transition to the Star Alliance Network.

"We've painted over 650 aircraft for Continental, and this is another proud milestone for us both," said Mike Manclark, CEO, LEAS. "It's remarkable to see how this airline has grown over the years, and how Leading Edge has grown with them. We are proud to showcase our work at such a world-class event, and are looking forward to working with Continental during their transition to the Star Alliance Network."

(SkyNewswire.com)--- Boca Raton, Florida -- Royal Palm Aviation, Inc. (RPA) initiates new aviation asset management programs to help financial institutions and private aircraft owners address the growing problem of neglected parked, non-flying aircraft in the private aviation industry. RPA's new programs provide multiple solutions that allow owners to meet the high demand of care and maintenance needed to keep an aircraft flight worthy. These aircraft management programs include but not limited to; aircraft inspections, acquiring and scheduling crews, negotiating insurance procurements, hangar acquisitions, aircraft detailing, continual long-term preservation, maintenance and remarketing for aircraft ranging from jets to helicopters. Programs are available worldwide.

"Aircraft in general but especially large aircrafts require continual support, whether flying or not, to maintain their integrity and value which is very costly in the best of times. The current state of the economy, record high fuel prices, and increased maintenance costs have left aircraft owners not only facing potential risks of defaulting on aviation loans but also canceled insurance contracts and warranties from not meeting manufacture engine maintenance standards," stated Mr. Allegra, RPA President.

(SkyNewswire.com)---Get there quickly and easily with Atlas Helicopters
Atlas Helicopters are all set to embark upon a season of outdoor activity by providing a private helicopter charter service to some of the UK�s top sporting events.

The Grand National, Royal Ascot, British Grand Prix, The Open Golf Championship, Glorious Goodwood and the FA Cup Final are just a few of the many sporting events Atlas Helicopters will be attending during the coming season, and what better way to arrive at one of these glamorous events than in your own private helicopter?

Non sporting events such as the CLA Game Fair, V-Festival, Glastonbury Festival, The Southampton Boat Show and the Isle of Wight Festival are further events to which Atlas Helicopters will be providing helicopter charter and helicopter hire services.