Airlines

Breeze Airways announces 9 new nonstop Fort Myers routes this November

Breeze Airways has announced that beginning in November 2023, nine new nonstop routes would be available from Fort Myers, Florida’s Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW).

Breeze will start nonstop service to the following five markets that are not currently served at RSW:
Akron-Canton, Ohio (CAK) – three times weekly
New Orleans (MSY) – twice weekly
Norfolk, Virginia (ORF) – twice weekly
Richmond, Virginia (RIC) – twice weekly
Syracuse, New York (SYR) – twice weekly

Breeze has also announced new flights to the following cities to/from RSW:
Pittsburgh (PIT) – four times weekly
Louisville, Kentucky (SDF) – twice weekly
Columbus, Ohio (CMH) – three times weekly
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (RDU) – twice weekly

From Fort Myers, FL to:

Akron-Canton, OH** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Tues, Thurs, and Sun, starting Nov 16,
Nice from $59* one way); Columbus, OH** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Tues, Thurs, and Sun, starting Nov 16, Nice from $59*); Louisville, KY** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Thurs and Sun, starting Nov 16, Nice from $49*); New Orleans, LA (Winter/Spring seasonal, Thurs and Sun, starting Nov 2, Nice from $49*); Norfolk, VA (Winter/Spring seasonal, Thurs and Sun, starting Nov 2, Nice from $49*)

Pittsburgh, PA** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat, starting Nov 15,
Nice from $59*); Raleigh-Durham, NC** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Mon and Fri, starting Nov 17, Nice from $39*); Richmond, VA** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Wed and Sat, starting Nov 15, Nice from $49*); and Syracuse, NY** (Winter/Spring seasonal, Mon and Fri, starting Nov 17, Nice from $59*).

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Breeze offers its customers the Nice, Nicer, and Nicest packages as well as ala carte alternatives on flights using the Airbus A220-300. The Nicest package includes two checked bags, Breeze Ascent, and free snacks and drinks, including alcohol. Breeze operates a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220 aircraft for both domestic and international routes. The carrier placed an order for 80 A220s with the possibility of 40 additional.

Standard Economy seats on the A220s and E195s have a seat pitch of 30 inches, whereas Extra Legroom seats on the A220s and E195s have a seat pitch that varies based on the row chosen, of 32 inches to 39 inches. Ascent comes with specific features such as a footrest for additional comfort, in-seat AC power, and USB/C connections, as well as 39-inch seat pitches and 20.5-inch seat widths.

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In addition to providing other advantages like complimentary family seating and a la carte pricing, Breeze doesn’t charge change or cancellation costs up to 15 minutes prior to departure. Breeze makes it simple to buy and simple to fly with seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit, and customized flight features delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Flights are now on sale at www.flybreeze.com and via the Breeze app.

Airlines

PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.