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Frontier unveils $399 unlimited summer flight pass, 8 new routes to Puerto Rico

With Frontier Airlines‘ new all-you-can-fly GoWild Summer PassTM, the phrase “endless summer” has taken on a whole new meaning. From May 2 through September 30, 2023, the GoWild! Summer Pass grants customers unique access to unlimited flights between Frontier’s domestic and international destinations. The pass is only available for a brief period at a special introductory price of $399 per person.

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The new GoWild! Summer Pass is being introduced just as Frontier announces a major expansion of service, including eight new routes to the popular Caribbean paradise of Puerto Rico. With the GoWild! Pass™, domestic travel can be booked and confirmed the day before flight departure. International travel can be booked and confirmed starting 10 days before flight departure. Frontier serves destinations throughout the U.S., Mexico, Caribbean and Latin America.

Here’s how it works:

1. Buy the GoWild! Summer Pass

2. Login to your FRONTIER Miles account

3. Search & Book on flyfrontier.com the day before flight departure for domestic travel or starting 10 days before flight departure for international travel. Your pass will be valid from May 2, 2023 through Sept. 30, 2023. For each flight, you’ll pay $0.01 in airfare plus applicable taxes, fees, and charges at the time of booking. When you book, you can also purchase options like bags, seats, and other ancillary products, for each flight to customize your travel.

4. Fly!

5. Repeat and book an unlimited number of flights for as long as your pass is valid

A limited number of Go Wild! Summer Passes will be available at a special introductory price of $399 per person on a first-come, first-served basis at https://www.flyfrontier.com/deals/gowild-pass/

GoWild! Summer Pass holders will enjoy access to a variety of benefits on Frontier, including:

· An unlimited number of flights between May 2 and Sept. 30, 2023.

· Access to all U.S. and international destinations Frontier serves.

· Travel that will keep your miles from expiring.

· One low price for pass access between May 2 and Sept. 30, 2023.

· Confirmed bookings the day before flight departure for domestic travel and 10 days before flight departure for international travel.

Important things to know about the GoWild Pass:

– Flights will be available to book and fly starting May 2, 2023.

– Flights can be booked and confirmed the day before flight departure for domestic travel and 10 days before flight departure for international travel.

– Flights must be booked at flyfrontier.com.

– Flights are subject to blackout periods.

– Flights do not include any add-on products like bags or seats.

– Access to all domestic and international destinations Frontier serves.

– Taxes, fees and charges apply at the time of booking.

– A fare of $0.01 will be charged for each segment booked.

– Flights and seats are subject to availability; last seat availability is not guaranteed.

– Travel is not eligible to earn miles or status.

– Travel qualifies as activity and will extend your Frontier Miles expiration.

– The GoWild! Pass is non-transferable. The passholder is the only allowed passenger to travel with GoWild! Pass privileges.

– Your Pass will automatically renew for summer travel unless you cancel.

– You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the United States to purchase the GoWild! Pass. The pass holder may be under the age of 18 but must be a resident of the United States. Pass holders under the age of 13 must be enrolled by their parent or legal guardian. Children under the age of 15 years old must travel accompanied by a passenger who is at least 15 years old.

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Singapore Airlines Ordered to Pay $3,580 to Couple over Faulty Seats

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Following a dispute over defective seats during their voyage from India to Australia last year, Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been compelled to pay a sum exceeding S$3,500 to an Indian couple.

The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Hyderabad ruled in favour of Ravi and Anjali Gupta, who on May 23, 2023, had problems with their business class seats that were meant to automatically recline on their flight from Hyderabad to Australia via Singapore.

Reports from media outlets in India highlighted the discomfort experienced by the couple, who were compelled to endure the entire journey without the benefit of reclining seats, despite having paid a significant amount which cost around 66,750 rupees (S$1,090) for each ticket, lodged a complaint during the flight, expressing their dissatisfaction with the situation.

Singapore Airlines initially offered compensation in the form of 10,000 KrisFlyer miles per person, which was declined by the passengers. As reported by CNA, Singapore Airlines apologised for any difficulty the technical failure may have caused and acknowledged the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission of Hyderabad’s ruling.

SIA clarified that while the automatic recline feature on Mr. and Mrs. Gupta’s seats experienced a glitch, the manual recline function remained operational during the flight from Hyderabad to Singapore.

Regrettably, due to a fully occupied flight, SIA staff were unable to arrange alternative seating within the business class cabin. However, the airline asserts that its crew diligently monitored the couple’s comfort throughout the journey, offering to manually adjust the seats as needed.

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Cathay Pacific asks business class customers to bring their own cutlery

In an innovative move towards sustainability, renowned Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific has recently floated an unconventional idea to its business class customers.

Bringing their own cutlery sets onboard. This initiative, revealed through a member survey circulated within the airline’s “Cathay Lab” community – a platform comprising frequent business class travelers – has stirred a wave of curiosity within the aviation industry.

With sustainability becoming an increasing concern in aviation, Cathay Pacific’s survey aimed to gauge passengers‘ willingness to partake in various eco-friendly practices during their journeys.

Among the initiatives presented, including refilling reusable water bottles and recycling plastic, the prospect of bringing personal cutlery garnered significant attention. Some members expressed practical concerns, questioning the feasibility of carrying cutlery through airport security and the potential inconvenience for passengers unaware of regulations.

Others suggested that Cathay Pacific should simply provide reusable cutlery onboard instead. Furthermore, there were suspicions among some respondents that the BYO cutlery proposal might be a precursor to introducing additional charges, with one user humorously envisioning a scenario where the airline lends cutlery sets for a fee.

Despite the skepticism surrounding the proposal, Cathay Pacific’s exploration of innovative sustainability measures reflects a broader industry trend towards environmental consciousness.

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Air India and IndiGo’s Joint Initiative, Plans for 170 Wide-Body Aircraft

In a bold move that underscores their confidence in India’s burgeoning aviation sector, Air India and IndiGo have revealed ambitious plans to acquire a combined total of up to 170 wide-body aircraft.

This strategic investment marks a significant shift in the country’s aviation landscape, as it brings European aircraft manufacturer Airbus into a domain traditionally dominated by American giant Boeing.

With India positioned as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets, the timing couldn’t be more opportune for such expansion endeavors. The aim is clear: to elevate India’s status as a global aviation hub by enhancing connectivity through direct flights between Indian cities and international destinations.

Currently, a substantial portion of India’s international air traffic relies on overseas hubs, particularly in the Gulf region. IndiGo’s announcement of firm orders for 30 A350-900 aircraft, with an option for an additional 70, signals its commitment to capturing a larger share of the long-haul market.

Meanwhile, Air India’s comprehensive order, unveiled last year, encompasses 70 wide-body planes, including a mix of A350 and Boeing 787 models.

Recognizing the potential for disruption in the long and ultra-long haul segments, aviation consultancy CAPA India has emphasized the pivotal role Indian carriers can play in driving innovation and transformation.

With the current combined fleet size of Indian airlines exceeding 700 aircraft, the stage is set for Air India and IndiGo to spearhead a new era of growth and connectivity in the Indian aviation sector.