December 15,2008:Jet Airways,India’s premier international airline,has been voted as the ‘Airline with Best First-Class Service in the World’,by readers of the prestigious Business Traveler magazine,at the 20th Annual ‘Best in Business Travel’ Awards.
The airline received the award at a gala ceremony at the Sofitel, Los Angeles on December 11,2008.
With the introduction of its award-winning First Class,Jet Airways created the first airline ‘suites in the sky’, offering passengers the ultimate in privacy and luxury.
Each First Class suite features dual sliding doors that create complete privacy for every passenger,the world’s longest First Class bed at 83 inches, a massive 23 inch flat screen monitor and carefully designed storage areas that include a personal hanging wardrobe,dual credenza and under ottoman stowage,among other amenities.
Menu choices are exquisite and extensive, and plated on hand painted Bernardaud porcelain dinnerware.Passengers may also choose from the finest of French champagnes, including vintage Dom Perignon and Krug,the finest wines from around the world and a library of single malt whiskies,all served in Mikasa crystal.
Jet Airways’ First Class product is available on the airline’s Boeing 777-300ER aircraft,currently deployed on the airline’s long-haul services to North America and the UK.
Speaking on the victory,Mr.Wolfgang Prock-Schauer,CEO,Jet Airways said,“Jet Airways’is arguably the finest First Class product in the skies today.The airline has invested a lot of time and money in the development of the same,and this award is a proud affirmation of the quality of our product.”
Business Traveler has earned the distinction of being the world’s premier business travel publication.With its start in the U.K. more than 30 years ago and introduction to the U.S. in 1988,the consumer-focused magazine has since grown to include nine editions worldwide.
For further information,passengers may log onto jetairways.com or call our toll-free numbers 39893333/1800-22-55-22.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Jet Airways Puts In Place A Number Of Measures To Minimize Passenger Inconvenience During FOG Period
December 12,2008:Jet Airways has put in place a number of measures to minimize passenger inconvenience arising out of flight disruptions and cancellations due to fog in the approaching winter season.
In case of anticipated flight delays/cancellations,passengers are requested to check the status of their respective flights before leaving for the airport by calling Jet Airways' call centre on 3989 3333,the airline’s toll-free number on 1800 22-55-22 or via the airline's Jet Mobile facility wherein passengers can check flight status by sending an SMS:Jet (Flight number) to 56388.
In case of flight disruptions due to fog,the airline will deploy additional aircraft for relief/additional flights,where possible.
In case of flight diversions,operations out of alternate airports have been planned in advance.
Affected passengers with tickets booked on certain fare levels,not issued from the station of departure,will be entitled to hotel accommodation, if available, in case of flight disruptions.Those travelling with tickets booked on certain fare levels issued from the station of departure will be provided with conveyance expenses to the place of residence/hotel, up to a maximum of INR 1500.
Jet Airways’ pilots have also been trained on the airline’s state-of-the-art simulators, as also given line training on board aircraft in order to ensure that flight operations into and out of fog affected airports remain largely unaffected,wherever possible.
The airline will also provide the electronic media with regular flight updates throughout the day to ensure that passengers are constantly updated on the latest flight situations.
In case of anticipated flight delays/cancellations,passengers are requested to check the status of their respective flights before leaving for the airport by calling Jet Airways' call centre on 3989 3333,the airline’s toll-free number on 1800 22-55-22 or via the airline's Jet Mobile facility wherein passengers can check flight status by sending an SMS:Jet (Flight number) to 56388.
In case of flight disruptions due to fog,the airline will deploy additional aircraft for relief/additional flights,where possible.
In case of flight diversions,operations out of alternate airports have been planned in advance.
Affected passengers with tickets booked on certain fare levels,not issued from the station of departure,will be entitled to hotel accommodation, if available, in case of flight disruptions.Those travelling with tickets booked on certain fare levels issued from the station of departure will be provided with conveyance expenses to the place of residence/hotel, up to a maximum of INR 1500.
Jet Airways’ pilots have also been trained on the airline’s state-of-the-art simulators, as also given line training on board aircraft in order to ensure that flight operations into and out of fog affected airports remain largely unaffected,wherever possible.
The airline will also provide the electronic media with regular flight updates throughout the day to ensure that passengers are constantly updated on the latest flight situations.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Jet Airways Wins The 2008 Galileo Express Travelworld ‘Best Domestic Full Service Airline’ Award For The Sixth Year In A Row
December 12,2008:Jet Airways,India’s premier international airline,was honoured with the 2008 Galileo Express TravelWorld ‘Best Domestic Full Service Airline’award at a glittering function at the Grand Hotel,Delhi on December 10,2008.
This was the airline’s sixth consecutive victory in this category,in as many years.
The award was given away by Mr.Praful Patel,Minister of State for Civil Aviation (Independent Charge),at a glittering function before an august gathering of senior hoteliers,airline officials and other distinguished members of the travel trade community.
The Galileo Express TravelWorld Awards,incorporated in 2003,are among the most respected awards in the Indian travel and tourism industry.
The framework for these awards was put together by an expert panel from within the industry,with Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India Pvt.Ltd.(research partners to the award),overseeing the overall data collation,evaluation process and ensuring complete transparency.
Speaking on Jet Airways’ victory,Mr.Wolfgang Prock-Schauer,the airline’s CEO,said “Jet Airways is delighted to win the 2008 Galileo Express TravelWorld 'Best Domestic Full Service Airline' award for the sixth year running.In the recent past,Jet Airways has launched new services and enhanced frequencies on several domestic and international routes,and been honoured around the world for the excellence of various aspects of the airline's services.The Express TravelWorld award is a welcome addition to this growing list of honours.”
This was the airline’s sixth consecutive victory in this category,in as many years.
The award was given away by Mr.Praful Patel,Minister of State for Civil Aviation (Independent Charge),at a glittering function before an august gathering of senior hoteliers,airline officials and other distinguished members of the travel trade community.
The Galileo Express TravelWorld Awards,incorporated in 2003,are among the most respected awards in the Indian travel and tourism industry.
The framework for these awards was put together by an expert panel from within the industry,with Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India Pvt.Ltd.(research partners to the award),overseeing the overall data collation,evaluation process and ensuring complete transparency.
Speaking on Jet Airways’ victory,Mr.Wolfgang Prock-Schauer,the airline’s CEO,said “Jet Airways is delighted to win the 2008 Galileo Express TravelWorld 'Best Domestic Full Service Airline' award for the sixth year running.In the recent past,Jet Airways has launched new services and enhanced frequencies on several domestic and international routes,and been honoured around the world for the excellence of various aspects of the airline's services.The Express TravelWorld award is a welcome addition to this growing list of honours.”
Friday, December 12, 2008
Jet Airways Partners With Emirates,Effective December 15,2008
December 11,2008: Jet Airways,India's premier international airline,and Emirates Airline,the award-winning international carrier with extensive services from India, have announced their partnership plans spanning a reciprocal frequent flyer arrangement and unilateral code share agreement.
Effective December 15,2008,the two airlines will launch a reciprocal frequent flyer arrangement whereby members of Jet Airways'JetPrivilege, India's largest frequent flyer programme, may earn and redeem miles across Emirates'rapidly-expanding international network,with the exception of flights between India and Dubai.Members of Emirates'Skywards programme may also earn and redeem miles on all Jet Airways flights operating within India.
The same day,Emirates will also commence a unilateral code share on Jet Airways' daily flights from Mumbai and New Delhi to and from Dubai,offering passengers enhanced connectivity and a range of services between India and Dubai.
Jet Airways operates daily services on the Mumbai/New Delhi-Dubai sectors aboard its state-of-the-art Airbus A330-200 and B737-800 aircraft respectively, with a two-class configuration:Première (Business) and Economy.Jet Airways' flights on these sectors will be identified with its '9W' code as well as with the Emirates 'EK' code.
According to Mr.Wolfgang Prock Schauer, Chief Executive Officer,Jet Airways:"Dubai is an important market for Jet Airways and there is significant demand from our customers to travel to and beyond Dubai.We are delighted to be able to get this exciting,new agreement up and running quickly for the benefit of our customers.The frequent flyer partnership with Emirates,particularly, is a mutually beneficial one,enabling JetPrivilege members to tap into Emirates' impressive international network while earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles,and vice-versa vis-à-vis Jet Airways'unmatched pan-India domestic network."
Mr.Salem Obaidalla,Emirates' Senior Vice President Commercial Operations,West Asia,Indian Ocean and Africa stated:"The agreements between Emirates and Jet represent a significant step forward in strengthening the relationship between our two airlines and between long-standing partners,India and the UAE. The pact will enable us to offer passengers enhanced flexibility and at the same time it will boost trade and commerce between the two countries."
Currently,Jet Airways also has code share agreements with Air Canada,American Airlines,ANA,Brussels Airlines, Etihad,Qantas and JetLite.
Effective December 15,2008,the two airlines will launch a reciprocal frequent flyer arrangement whereby members of Jet Airways'JetPrivilege, India's largest frequent flyer programme, may earn and redeem miles across Emirates'rapidly-expanding international network,with the exception of flights between India and Dubai.Members of Emirates'Skywards programme may also earn and redeem miles on all Jet Airways flights operating within India.
The same day,Emirates will also commence a unilateral code share on Jet Airways' daily flights from Mumbai and New Delhi to and from Dubai,offering passengers enhanced connectivity and a range of services between India and Dubai.
Jet Airways operates daily services on the Mumbai/New Delhi-Dubai sectors aboard its state-of-the-art Airbus A330-200 and B737-800 aircraft respectively, with a two-class configuration:Première (Business) and Economy.Jet Airways' flights on these sectors will be identified with its '9W' code as well as with the Emirates 'EK' code.
According to Mr.Wolfgang Prock Schauer, Chief Executive Officer,Jet Airways:"Dubai is an important market for Jet Airways and there is significant demand from our customers to travel to and beyond Dubai.We are delighted to be able to get this exciting,new agreement up and running quickly for the benefit of our customers.The frequent flyer partnership with Emirates,particularly, is a mutually beneficial one,enabling JetPrivilege members to tap into Emirates' impressive international network while earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles,and vice-versa vis-à-vis Jet Airways'unmatched pan-India domestic network."
Mr.Salem Obaidalla,Emirates' Senior Vice President Commercial Operations,West Asia,Indian Ocean and Africa stated:"The agreements between Emirates and Jet represent a significant step forward in strengthening the relationship between our two airlines and between long-standing partners,India and the UAE. The pact will enable us to offer passengers enhanced flexibility and at the same time it will boost trade and commerce between the two countries."
Currently,Jet Airways also has code share agreements with Air Canada,American Airlines,ANA,Brussels Airlines, Etihad,Qantas and JetLite.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Jet Airways Doctor Wins Award In The Civil Aviation Category At The 48th ISAM Conference,Bengaluru
December10,2008:Jet Airways,India’s premier international airline,recently won the Best Paper award in the Aviation category at the 48th Annual Indian Society of Aviation Medicine(ISAM) Conference held in Bengaluru,1st-3rd December,2008.
Jet Airways’ Dr.Lambert D’Cunha,Asst.Manager Medical Services (Mumbai),was accorded with the Best Paper award for a paper presented by him on “MEDICAL DIVERSIONS ON COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT –THE JET AIRWAYS EXPERIENCE”.Dr.Lambert’s study was based on flight diversions for a specific period,both domestic and international to,due medical emergencies.
In his insightful presentation,Dr. Lambert aims to determine the etiology / incidence of the in-flight medical emergencies leading to flight diversions;to audit the appropriateness of the decision to divert;and the appropriateness of the First Aid treatment administered by the cabin crew.
The contributions made by the Jet Airways Medical team were lauded by the delegates consisting of eminent members of the medical fraternity of the Indian Armed Forces and domestic commercial airlines.
The ISAM award is but the latest in a long line of awards that Jet Airways has been honored with,over the years,for excellence across several facets of its operations.
In May 2008,Jet Airways was declared the 'Best Cargo Airline of Central Asia’ at the prestigious Cargo Airline of the Year Awards,in London,for the efficiency of the airline's belly cargo services. At the 20th Annual presentation ceremony of the Freddie Awards 2007,in Wyndham Phoenix,USA,in April 2008,Jet Airways' JetPrivilege,India's largest frequent flyer programme,won the coveted ‘Program of the Year’ award for the second consecutive year.In September 2007,Jet Airways was awarded the prestigious Avion Award for “Best Overall In-flight Entertainment (IFE) for Small Airlines” for the second consecutive year,at the 19th Annual Avion Awards 2007 in Toronto, Canada.
Amongst other notable international accolades conferred on the airline recently,Jet Airways was voted one of the top three airlines in the world by the Conde Nast Traveller readers’ poll in New York,in October 2008;honoured with the ‘Best Domestic Airline’ award for the fifth consecutive year and the sixth time in the last seven years at the prestigious TTG Travel Awards 2008 in Bangkok, also in October 2008;voted one of the top 10 Airlines in the world at the Best in Travel Poll 2008,organised by Hong Kong based SmartTravelAsia.com in September 2008;as well as the best airline in Central/South Asia & India in an annual Global Traveler magazine survey at an award ceremony in New York in January 2008.The airline was also recognised for the excellence and quality of its service and in-flight experience in the ‘Airline of the Year Category’ of the “Which?” Best Airline consumer survey held in London in June 2008,where Jet Airways emerged as the runner-up.
Jet Airways’ Dr.Lambert D’Cunha,Asst.Manager Medical Services (Mumbai),was accorded with the Best Paper award for a paper presented by him on “MEDICAL DIVERSIONS ON COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT –THE JET AIRWAYS EXPERIENCE”.Dr.Lambert’s study was based on flight diversions for a specific period,both domestic and international to,due medical emergencies.
In his insightful presentation,Dr. Lambert aims to determine the etiology / incidence of the in-flight medical emergencies leading to flight diversions;to audit the appropriateness of the decision to divert;and the appropriateness of the First Aid treatment administered by the cabin crew.
The contributions made by the Jet Airways Medical team were lauded by the delegates consisting of eminent members of the medical fraternity of the Indian Armed Forces and domestic commercial airlines.
The ISAM award is but the latest in a long line of awards that Jet Airways has been honored with,over the years,for excellence across several facets of its operations.
In May 2008,Jet Airways was declared the 'Best Cargo Airline of Central Asia’ at the prestigious Cargo Airline of the Year Awards,in London,for the efficiency of the airline's belly cargo services. At the 20th Annual presentation ceremony of the Freddie Awards 2007,in Wyndham Phoenix,USA,in April 2008,Jet Airways' JetPrivilege,India's largest frequent flyer programme,won the coveted ‘Program of the Year’ award for the second consecutive year.In September 2007,Jet Airways was awarded the prestigious Avion Award for “Best Overall In-flight Entertainment (IFE) for Small Airlines” for the second consecutive year,at the 19th Annual Avion Awards 2007 in Toronto, Canada.
Amongst other notable international accolades conferred on the airline recently,Jet Airways was voted one of the top three airlines in the world by the Conde Nast Traveller readers’ poll in New York,in October 2008;honoured with the ‘Best Domestic Airline’ award for the fifth consecutive year and the sixth time in the last seven years at the prestigious TTG Travel Awards 2008 in Bangkok, also in October 2008;voted one of the top 10 Airlines in the world at the Best in Travel Poll 2008,organised by Hong Kong based SmartTravelAsia.com in September 2008;as well as the best airline in Central/South Asia & India in an annual Global Traveler magazine survey at an award ceremony in New York in January 2008.The airline was also recognised for the excellence and quality of its service and in-flight experience in the ‘Airline of the Year Category’ of the “Which?” Best Airline consumer survey held in London in June 2008,where Jet Airways emerged as the runner-up.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Jet Airways Reduces Fuel Surcharge On All Domestic Routes By INR 400,Effective December 06,2008
December 05, 2008: Effective December 6, 2008, Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline has announced a reduction in applicable passenger fuel surcharges on all domestic routes, in response to the recent reduction in domestic fuel prices.
For routes under 750 kms, Jet Airways has reduced the applicable fuel surcharge by INR 400, to INR 1950. Fuel surcharge on these routes previously stood at INR 2350.
For routes over 750 kms, Jet Airways has also reduced the applicable fuel surcharge by INR 400, to INR 2700. Fuel surcharge on these routes previously stood at INR 3100.
For routes under 750 kms, Jet Airways has reduced the applicable fuel surcharge by INR 400, to INR 1950. Fuel surcharge on these routes previously stood at INR 2350.
For routes over 750 kms, Jet Airways has also reduced the applicable fuel surcharge by INR 400, to INR 2700. Fuel surcharge on these routes previously stood at INR 3100.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Jet Airways Accorded 2008 Best Of Jersey City Award By The United States Local Business Association (USLBA)
December 05, 2008:Jet Airways has been accorded the 2008 Best of Jersey City Award in the Airline Companies category, by the Washington based, U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).
In a communication dated December 02, 2008, the USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Programme will handover a specially designed 2008 Best of Jersey City Award plaque to Jet Airways in recognition of its efforts in achieving exceptional marketing success in the local community and business category.
Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that have made a mark by offering top quality service to their customers and community. Jet Airways is known for its hallmark services not only in India, but also in the international markets that the airline services. Recognition in the local community in the United States for a premier Indian brand, is indeed a matter of great pride.
Amongst other notable international accolades conferred on the airline recently,Jet Airways was voted one of the top three airlines in the world by the Conde Nast Traveller readers’ poll in New York, in October 2008; honoured with the ‘Best Domestic Airline’ award for the fifth consecutive year and the sixth time in the last seven years at the prestigious TTG Travel Awards 2008 in Bangkok, also in October 2008; voted one of the top 10 Airlines in the world at the Best in Travel Poll 2008, organised by Hong Kong based SmartTravelAsia.com in September 2008; as well as the best airline in Central/South Asia & India in an annual Global Traveler magazine survey at an award ceremony in New York in January 2008; and was recognised for excellence and quality of its service and in-flight experience in the ‘Airline of the Year Category’ of the “Which?” Best Airline consumer survey held in London in June 2008, where Jet Airways emerged as the runner-up; while JetPrivilege, Jet Airways' frequent-flyer programme, won the coveted 'Programme of the Year' award for the second consecutive year at the 20th Annual presentation ceremony of the Freddie Awards 2007, held in Wyndham Phoenix, USA on April 24, 2008.
In a communication dated December 02, 2008, the USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Programme will handover a specially designed 2008 Best of Jersey City Award plaque to Jet Airways in recognition of its efforts in achieving exceptional marketing success in the local community and business category.
Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that have made a mark by offering top quality service to their customers and community. Jet Airways is known for its hallmark services not only in India, but also in the international markets that the airline services. Recognition in the local community in the United States for a premier Indian brand, is indeed a matter of great pride.
Amongst other notable international accolades conferred on the airline recently,Jet Airways was voted one of the top three airlines in the world by the Conde Nast Traveller readers’ poll in New York, in October 2008; honoured with the ‘Best Domestic Airline’ award for the fifth consecutive year and the sixth time in the last seven years at the prestigious TTG Travel Awards 2008 in Bangkok, also in October 2008; voted one of the top 10 Airlines in the world at the Best in Travel Poll 2008, organised by Hong Kong based SmartTravelAsia.com in September 2008; as well as the best airline in Central/South Asia & India in an annual Global Traveler magazine survey at an award ceremony in New York in January 2008; and was recognised for excellence and quality of its service and in-flight experience in the ‘Airline of the Year Category’ of the “Which?” Best Airline consumer survey held in London in June 2008, where Jet Airways emerged as the runner-up; while JetPrivilege, Jet Airways' frequent-flyer programme, won the coveted 'Programme of the Year' award for the second consecutive year at the 20th Annual presentation ceremony of the Freddie Awards 2007, held in Wyndham Phoenix, USA on April 24, 2008.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Jet Airways Route Restructuring & Cost Saving Programme Amid Economic Slowdown & Global Financial Crisis
December 02, 2008: In a bid to overcome the challenges faced, by all businesses and all airlines in particular, due to the current economic slowdown worldwide, Jet Airways has adjusted its route network and adopted several internal measures to trim costs across the organization.
While the Airline will continue its focus on building a world class airline through its product, services and its people, Jet Airways has reviewed and implemented a string of measures to reduce costs.
These measures include route rationalization, reducing frequency and capacity in line with demand, pruning down long haul expansion plans, renegotiating contracts and payment schedules with its vendors, pushing back new aircraft deliveries, leasing out surplus aircraft, letting go of excess foreign pilots in accordance with the terms of their contract, trimming executive ranks by reducing expatriate executives in India and overseas, reviewing and rationalizing perquisites and allowances across the Company, enforcing a general freeze in recruitment, eliminating overtime, identifying and eliminating wasteful activities and expenses, eliminating spends on expensive hotels, etc.
Over and above these measures, there is necessity to reduce costs even further. All employees earning a gross salary of over Rs. 75,000/- per month have been requested for a graduated wage cut over the next 12 months. For Pilots, this will be in the form of a combination of wage cut and allowance rationalization, which will bring the contribution of Pilots in line with the other employees in the Company. The top management team has taken a voluntary cut of 25 percent, effective Dec 08.
Jet Airways and its employees are united in their efforts and desire to work together to overcome the current difficulties faced by the airline and realize that these tough measures induced by the current economic environment are necessary to emerge as an even stronger, more competitive airline and to enable all its people to thrive in the longer term.
While the Airline will continue its focus on building a world class airline through its product, services and its people, Jet Airways has reviewed and implemented a string of measures to reduce costs.
These measures include route rationalization, reducing frequency and capacity in line with demand, pruning down long haul expansion plans, renegotiating contracts and payment schedules with its vendors, pushing back new aircraft deliveries, leasing out surplus aircraft, letting go of excess foreign pilots in accordance with the terms of their contract, trimming executive ranks by reducing expatriate executives in India and overseas, reviewing and rationalizing perquisites and allowances across the Company, enforcing a general freeze in recruitment, eliminating overtime, identifying and eliminating wasteful activities and expenses, eliminating spends on expensive hotels, etc.
Over and above these measures, there is necessity to reduce costs even further. All employees earning a gross salary of over Rs. 75,000/- per month have been requested for a graduated wage cut over the next 12 months. For Pilots, this will be in the form of a combination of wage cut and allowance rationalization, which will bring the contribution of Pilots in line with the other employees in the Company. The top management team has taken a voluntary cut of 25 percent, effective Dec 08.
Jet Airways and its employees are united in their efforts and desire to work together to overcome the current difficulties faced by the airline and realize that these tough measures induced by the current economic environment are necessary to emerge as an even stronger, more competitive airline and to enable all its people to thrive in the longer term.
Jet Airways Special Premiere ‘Companion Free’ Offer On Its Service To Singapore, Malaysia & Thailand
December 02, 2008: Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has announced the introduction of a special ‘Companion free’ offer for the airline’s Premiere passengers travelling to Singapore, Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) and Thailand (Bangkok), to cater to the holiday traffic on these routes.
With the introduction of the offer, Jet Airways’ Première passengers may travel with a companion for the cost of a single return ticket on the sectors tabled below.**
Jet Airways operates daily services on the applicable routes, on-board its state-of-the-art Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
The offer is valid for sale with immediate effect, upto December 15, 2008. Travel, which may be commenced with immediate effect, must be completed by December 31, 2008.
While both passengers must complete the outbound journey from India together, the inbound journey may be on different dates.
According to Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways, “Jet Airways’ superb service and in-flight product have made it the preferred carrier for passengers on the India-ASEAN sector. With the introduction of the airline’s Première ‘Companion free’ offer, we expect Jet Airways to emerge as among the leading carriers in the sector in terms of front-cabin loads.”
*Passengers travelling to Bangkok are requested to check the status/availability of their respective flights by calling Jet Airways’ call centre on 3989 3333,the airline’s toll-free number on 1800 22-55-22 or logging on to jetairways.com.
** All applicable taxes and surcharges must be paid.
With the introduction of the offer, Jet Airways’ Première passengers may travel with a companion for the cost of a single return ticket on the sectors tabled below.**
Jet Airways operates daily services on the applicable routes, on-board its state-of-the-art Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
The offer is valid for sale with immediate effect, upto December 15, 2008. Travel, which may be commenced with immediate effect, must be completed by December 31, 2008.
While both passengers must complete the outbound journey from India together, the inbound journey may be on different dates.
According to Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways, “Jet Airways’ superb service and in-flight product have made it the preferred carrier for passengers on the India-ASEAN sector. With the introduction of the airline’s Première ‘Companion free’ offer, we expect Jet Airways to emerge as among the leading carriers in the sector in terms of front-cabin loads.”
*Passengers travelling to Bangkok are requested to check the status/availability of their respective flights by calling Jet Airways’ call centre on 3989 3333,the airline’s toll-free number on 1800 22-55-22 or logging on to jetairways.com.
** All applicable taxes and surcharges must be paid.
Jet Airways Operates Relief Flights Into And Out Of Thailand
Dec 02,2008:Jet Airways has mounted relief operations for transporting stranded passengers at Bangkok,due to the political unrest in Thailand and consequent closure of Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport.Since Wednesday, 26 November, 2008, Jet Airways is operating relief flights into and out of Utaphao, a naval base airport in Thailand, from its gateway points Mumbai & Kolkata.
Having deployed Boeing 737-800 aircraft for these operations, Jet Airways has uplifted close to 1000 passengers until date, and is currently reviewing the situation in order to plan subsequent flights, in the days to come.
For the convenience of its customers, Jet Airways' has also set up a coordination cell, for managing the bookings and handling of its stranded travellers. Customers wanting to travel out of Thailand may call the Jet Airways Bangkok city office to register themselves on telephone number +662 696 8980 (local dial 02 696 8980).
Jet Airways will advise all registered customers details of reporting time and place for its complimentary bus service to Utaphao airport, a 2 hour journey from Bangkok. Priority in confirming bookings will be given based on the customer's original flight date.
Based on the current flight schedules ex-Utaphao the bus timings are 2 pm for the Mumbai bound and 5 pm for the Kolkata bound customers respectively.
Jet Airways customers have the option of visiting the airline website www.jetairways.com, for updated information.
In addition, Jet Airways has announced the waiver of cancellation/reissue charges on all confirmed tickets issued for travel into and out of Bangkok on Jet Airways flights up to the travel date of 05 December, 2008 and will allow involuntary rerouting without any penalties/additional charges for customers affected by its cancelled flights.
Jet Airways will further assist stranded customers in Bangkok who are able to travel out of airports such as Kuala Lumpur, Singapore or Hong Kong, by accepting their Bangkok -India flight coupons for use on those flights. However, any transfer costs from Bangkok to those airports will be at their own cost.
Having deployed Boeing 737-800 aircraft for these operations, Jet Airways has uplifted close to 1000 passengers until date, and is currently reviewing the situation in order to plan subsequent flights, in the days to come.
For the convenience of its customers, Jet Airways' has also set up a coordination cell, for managing the bookings and handling of its stranded travellers. Customers wanting to travel out of Thailand may call the Jet Airways Bangkok city office to register themselves on telephone number +662 696 8980 (local dial 02 696 8980).
Jet Airways will advise all registered customers details of reporting time and place for its complimentary bus service to Utaphao airport, a 2 hour journey from Bangkok. Priority in confirming bookings will be given based on the customer's original flight date.
Based on the current flight schedules ex-Utaphao the bus timings are 2 pm for the Mumbai bound and 5 pm for the Kolkata bound customers respectively.
Jet Airways customers have the option of visiting the airline website www.jetairways.com, for updated information.
In addition, Jet Airways has announced the waiver of cancellation/reissue charges on all confirmed tickets issued for travel into and out of Bangkok on Jet Airways flights up to the travel date of 05 December, 2008 and will allow involuntary rerouting without any penalties/additional charges for customers affected by its cancelled flights.
Jet Airways will further assist stranded customers in Bangkok who are able to travel out of airports such as Kuala Lumpur, Singapore or Hong Kong, by accepting their Bangkok -India flight coupons for use on those flights. However, any transfer costs from Bangkok to those airports will be at their own cost.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Jet Airways To Reintroduce Services On The Chennai-Coimbatore Sector
November 25, 2008: Effective December 1, 2008, Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline will reintroduce services on the Chennai-Coimbatore sector.
The airline will commence daily flights on the sector aboard its new ATR 72-500 aircraft.
Flight 9W 3570 will depart Chennai at 1125 hrs and arrive Coimbatore at 1235 hrs. On the return, flight 9W 3571 will depart Coimbatore at 1305 hrs and arrive Chennai at 1415 hrs.
Jet Airways operates daily services from three gateway cities (Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi) to its European hub in Brussels and onwards to New York (Newark and JFK) and Toronto. The airline also offers daily services to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Colombo from Chennai.
Commenting on the service, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways said, “Besides catering to the traffic on the Chennai-Coimbatore sector, Jet Airways’ new ATR service will also enable passengers from Coimbatore to connect to our international gateway in Chennai, and onwards to several destinations across Asia, Europe and North America.”
The airline will commence daily flights on the sector aboard its new ATR 72-500 aircraft.
Flight 9W 3570 will depart Chennai at 1125 hrs and arrive Coimbatore at 1235 hrs. On the return, flight 9W 3571 will depart Coimbatore at 1305 hrs and arrive Chennai at 1415 hrs.
Jet Airways operates daily services from three gateway cities (Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi) to its European hub in Brussels and onwards to New York (Newark and JFK) and Toronto. The airline also offers daily services to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Colombo from Chennai.
Commenting on the service, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways said, “Besides catering to the traffic on the Chennai-Coimbatore sector, Jet Airways’ new ATR service will also enable passengers from Coimbatore to connect to our international gateway in Chennai, and onwards to several destinations across Asia, Europe and North America.”
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Jet Airways Reintroduces Bengaluru/Mangalore Flights & Enhances Pune/Bangalore Services,Dec 01,2008
Bengaluru/Mangalore, November 17, 2008: Jet Airways India’s premier international airline, will reintroduce daily service on the Bengaluru – Mangalore – Bengaluru sectors, effective December 01, 2008.This has been necessitated due to rise in popular demand in passenger traffic on these routes in the up coming holiday season.
Flight 9W 3561 will depart daily from Bengaluru at 0855 hrs in the morning, and arrive at Mangalore at 0955 hrs. On the return leg, flight 9W 3562 will leave Mangalore at 1025 hrs and arrive back at Bengaluru at 1125 hrs.
In the evening, flight 9W 3563 will depart Bengaluru at 1730 hrs and arrive in Mangalore at 1830 hrs. On the return journey, flight 9W 3564 will leave Mangalore at 1900 hrs and arrive back into Bengaluru at 2000 hrs.
With these timings, passengers travelling on business will find it convenient to take advantage of a same day return facility.
Also effective 1st December'08, Jet Airways will further enhance its services to and from India’s the IT hubs Pune and Bengaluru. Flight 9W 3559 will depart Pune daily at 0620 hrs and arrive in Bengaluru at 0820 hrs. 9W 3560 will then depart Bengaluru 2030 hrs and arrive in Pune at 2250 hrs.
This is in addition to Jet Airways’ existing services operated by 9W 445 on the Bengaluru – Pune, and 9W 446 on the Pune - Bengaluru routes.
All the above routes will be serviced by Jet Airways’ comfortable turboprop aircraft, ATR 72-500 series, with an all economy configuration.
Flight 9W 3561 will depart daily from Bengaluru at 0855 hrs in the morning, and arrive at Mangalore at 0955 hrs. On the return leg, flight 9W 3562 will leave Mangalore at 1025 hrs and arrive back at Bengaluru at 1125 hrs.
In the evening, flight 9W 3563 will depart Bengaluru at 1730 hrs and arrive in Mangalore at 1830 hrs. On the return journey, flight 9W 3564 will leave Mangalore at 1900 hrs and arrive back into Bengaluru at 2000 hrs.
With these timings, passengers travelling on business will find it convenient to take advantage of a same day return facility.
Also effective 1st December'08, Jet Airways will further enhance its services to and from India’s the IT hubs Pune and Bengaluru. Flight 9W 3559 will depart Pune daily at 0620 hrs and arrive in Bengaluru at 0820 hrs. 9W 3560 will then depart Bengaluru 2030 hrs and arrive in Pune at 2250 hrs.
This is in addition to Jet Airways’ existing services operated by 9W 445 on the Bengaluru – Pune, and 9W 446 on the Pune - Bengaluru routes.
All the above routes will be serviced by Jet Airways’ comfortable turboprop aircraft, ATR 72-500 series, with an all economy configuration.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Jet Airways Becomes The First Indian Airline To Obtain Regulatory Approval To Undertake Performance Based Navigation (PBN)
Mumbai,November 17,2008: Jet Airways has become the first airline in India,to have obtained regulatory approval for the use of RNAV1 (Area Navigation) across its entire jet aircraft fleet.This is subsequent to the recently introduced Performance Based Navigation (PBN) procedures in India.
Additionally, Jet Airways has also become the first airline in India to have obtained regulatory approval for the conduct of RNP 0.3 approaches at applicable airfields.
With this advanced technology, a very high level of navigational accuracy is achieved, thus enabling better airspace utilisation through stringent accuracy requirements. This method allows aircraft to operate on any station referenced navigation aids or self contained aids or both, thus enabling optimization of airspace, reducing dependency on routes based on ground navigation aids and permitting reduced separation between two airborne aircrafts, without compromising safety standards.
Accordingly, Jet Airways has trained its jet fleet pilots to operate these procedures.
Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways commented, “The continuing growth of aviation calls for efficient utilisation of available airspace to enhance operational efficiency. At Jet Airways we are proud that we have become the first airline in India to be approved by Regulatory authorities to use RNAV 1 Performance Based Navigation (PBN) and conduct RNP 0.3 approaches wherever appropriate. This is proof of our greater commitment to safety of operations.“
Additionally, Jet Airways has also become the first airline in India to have obtained regulatory approval for the conduct of RNP 0.3 approaches at applicable airfields.
With this advanced technology, a very high level of navigational accuracy is achieved, thus enabling better airspace utilisation through stringent accuracy requirements. This method allows aircraft to operate on any station referenced navigation aids or self contained aids or both, thus enabling optimization of airspace, reducing dependency on routes based on ground navigation aids and permitting reduced separation between two airborne aircrafts, without compromising safety standards.
Accordingly, Jet Airways has trained its jet fleet pilots to operate these procedures.
Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways commented, “The continuing growth of aviation calls for efficient utilisation of available airspace to enhance operational efficiency. At Jet Airways we are proud that we have become the first airline in India to be approved by Regulatory authorities to use RNAV 1 Performance Based Navigation (PBN) and conduct RNP 0.3 approaches wherever appropriate. This is proof of our greater commitment to safety of operations.“
Friday, November 14, 2008
Jet Airways Introduces Special Fares To Several Destinations Across Europe,Via Brussels and London
Mumbai,November 12, 2008: Jet Airways has introduced special attractive fares to several destinations across Europe, via its European hub in Brussels, and London, over the winter holiday season.*
The special fares, in association with Jet Airways’ interline partner carriers, is valid for sale and travel with immediate effect.
Ticket purchase must be completed by November 22, 2008 and travel by December 31, 2008.
Jet Airways operates daily services to Brussels and London aboard its state-of-the-art wide-body Airbus 330-200 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The airline flies daily to Brussels from four gateway points in India: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru. These fares may also be availed of by Jet Airways’ Delhi/Mumbai passengers travelling to London Heathrow.
For more details, please log on to jetairways.com.
The special fares, in association with Jet Airways’ interline partner carriers, is valid for sale and travel with immediate effect.
Ticket purchase must be completed by November 22, 2008 and travel by December 31, 2008.
Jet Airways operates daily services to Brussels and London aboard its state-of-the-art wide-body Airbus 330-200 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The airline flies daily to Brussels from four gateway points in India: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru. These fares may also be availed of by Jet Airways’ Delhi/Mumbai passengers travelling to London Heathrow.
For more details, please log on to jetairways.com.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Jet Airways and United Airlines Forge Frequent Flyer Partnership
November 10,2008:Jet Airways will forge a frequent flyer partnership with United Airlines,one of the largest international carriers based in the United States,effective November 15,2008.
With this partnership, Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege members may now earn and redeem JPMiles on the entire global network of United Airlines.
United Airlines operates more than 3,200 flights a day to more than 200 U.S. domestic and international destinations from its hubs in Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington D.C.
Similarly, United Airlines’ Mileage Plus members may now earn and redeem their miles while enjoying Jet Airways’ renowned service and in-flight product on its services to 64 destinations in India and beyond.*
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways said, “Jet Airways is proud to enter into a frequent flyer partnership with United Airlines, one of the most respected names in global aviation. Besides boosting connectivity across the busy India-USA sector, this partnership will also enable the passengers of both carriers to tap into their respective international networks, while earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles.”
Most recently, Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege, India’s largest frequent flyer programme, emerged victorious in seven categories,including the prestigious Program of the Year’, at the 20th annual presentation of the prestigious Freddie Awards 2007. This was for the fourth consecutive year Jet Airways was honoured at the Freddie Awards.
*For more details please log on to jetairways.com.
With this partnership, Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege members may now earn and redeem JPMiles on the entire global network of United Airlines.
United Airlines operates more than 3,200 flights a day to more than 200 U.S. domestic and international destinations from its hubs in Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington D.C.
Similarly, United Airlines’ Mileage Plus members may now earn and redeem their miles while enjoying Jet Airways’ renowned service and in-flight product on its services to 64 destinations in India and beyond.*
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways said, “Jet Airways is proud to enter into a frequent flyer partnership with United Airlines, one of the most respected names in global aviation. Besides boosting connectivity across the busy India-USA sector, this partnership will also enable the passengers of both carriers to tap into their respective international networks, while earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles.”
Most recently, Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege, India’s largest frequent flyer programme, emerged victorious in seven categories,including the prestigious Program of the Year’, at the 20th annual presentation of the prestigious Freddie Awards 2007. This was for the fourth consecutive year Jet Airways was honoured at the Freddie Awards.
*For more details please log on to jetairways.com.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Jet Airways Launches ‘World Of Wonders’ An In-Flight Festival For Its Young Passengers
Mumbai,November 1,2008:Jet Airways launches an In-flight Festival for Children called W.O.W (World of Wonders) with the onset of the festive season. WOW – is a tailor-made,two month long in-flight fiesta suitable for viewing by the entire family,while they fly Jet Airways.
The festival will feature an exclusive Disney Channel compilation of hit shows like Hannah Montana featuring the tween sensation balancing her twin lives of a superstar and a regular schoolgirl. Another favourite, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, is a comedy about twins who are always finding themselves in the middle of funny situations. Continuing the sibling madness is Phineas & Ferb who make up extraordinary inventions in their ordinary world. Or even Wizards Of Waverly Palace, a fantasy joyride about a New York family where kids do real magic with some unreal consequences.
Jet Airways and Disney Channel also bring in the ‘WOW’ factor with the "Camp Rock" Contest based on the keenly awaited Disney Channel Original Movie - Camp Rock, premiering on 26th Dec 2008 on Disney Channel and on Jet Screen, the Award Winning In-Flight Entertainment of Jet Airways, soon thereafter.
Children can make the most of a fantastic opportunity to win wonderful prizes, including prizes for two children to travel to Hong Kong and visit Hong Kong Disneyland with a parent.
To enter the contest, young participants 5 to 16 years can simply log on to the Jet Airways website (www.jetairways.com) and fill in the online contest form. The music clip required for the contest is available online or can be collected from the in flight crew members. Winning by answering a simple question can bring about an opportunity to board another enjoyable Jet Airways flight to Hong Kong.
The contest also features consolation prizes where each such winner gets a Camp Rock music CD. The film is about a talented young girl Mitchie who spends her summer at a prestigious rock camp and ultimately achieves her dream of becoming a singer. A motivating film, which inspires us to believe in ourselves and foll ow our dreams.
The contest is open from November 1 to December 31, 2008.
Commenting on the launch, Sudheer Raghavan, Chief Commercial Officer, Jet Airways said, “Our young passengers are special and form an important segment of the flying public and Jet Airways is delighted to partner with the Disney channel and welcome them to the World of Wonders (W.O.W) – a tailor made two month long fiesta of in-flight programming for the entire family to enjoy while they fly.
At Jet Airways, it is our constant effort to provide wholesome, enjoyable and exciting in-flight entertainment which, like all our services, is evolving and caters specifically to passenger preferences.”
Jet Airways (India) Ltd. was adjudged the 2nd runner up at the recent Avion Awards for Best in Region - Asia and Australasia for excellence in In-flight entertainment, by airline passengers voting worldwide (via an online survey conducted by the World Airline Entertainment Association in partnership with Skytrax).
Highlights of Jet Airways’ In-flight programme:
· Apart from the above, popular Hollywood and Bollywood movies like Wall-E, Taare Zameen Par and Space Chimps, ageless Indian folklore including the humorous repartee between Emperor Akbar and his witty jester Birbal in the animated series Akbar & Birbal, are sure to delight our young passengers.
· The musically inclined have the opportunity now to tune into music, on offer in our audio section. This includes the popular soundtrack from High School Musical 1 and 2 with tracks like ‘Start of something new’, ‘What I’ve been looking for’ and ‘Getcha head in the game’.
· Jet Airways’ young passengers may be challenged to try out the new games on some of the airlines routes and test their skills while they try out Tic Rac Toe, Bejeweled, Disney's Classic and Fix The Pix.
The festival will feature an exclusive Disney Channel compilation of hit shows like Hannah Montana featuring the tween sensation balancing her twin lives of a superstar and a regular schoolgirl. Another favourite, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, is a comedy about twins who are always finding themselves in the middle of funny situations. Continuing the sibling madness is Phineas & Ferb who make up extraordinary inventions in their ordinary world. Or even Wizards Of Waverly Palace, a fantasy joyride about a New York family where kids do real magic with some unreal consequences.
Jet Airways and Disney Channel also bring in the ‘WOW’ factor with the "Camp Rock" Contest based on the keenly awaited Disney Channel Original Movie - Camp Rock, premiering on 26th Dec 2008 on Disney Channel and on Jet Screen, the Award Winning In-Flight Entertainment of Jet Airways, soon thereafter.
Children can make the most of a fantastic opportunity to win wonderful prizes, including prizes for two children to travel to Hong Kong and visit Hong Kong Disneyland with a parent.
To enter the contest, young participants 5 to 16 years can simply log on to the Jet Airways website (www.jetairways.com) and fill in the online contest form. The music clip required for the contest is available online or can be collected from the in flight crew members. Winning by answering a simple question can bring about an opportunity to board another enjoyable Jet Airways flight to Hong Kong.
The contest also features consolation prizes where each such winner gets a Camp Rock music CD. The film is about a talented young girl Mitchie who spends her summer at a prestigious rock camp and ultimately achieves her dream of becoming a singer. A motivating film, which inspires us to believe in ourselves and foll ow our dreams.
The contest is open from November 1 to December 31, 2008.
Commenting on the launch, Sudheer Raghavan, Chief Commercial Officer, Jet Airways said, “Our young passengers are special and form an important segment of the flying public and Jet Airways is delighted to partner with the Disney channel and welcome them to the World of Wonders (W.O.W) – a tailor made two month long fiesta of in-flight programming for the entire family to enjoy while they fly.
At Jet Airways, it is our constant effort to provide wholesome, enjoyable and exciting in-flight entertainment which, like all our services, is evolving and caters specifically to passenger preferences.”
Jet Airways (India) Ltd. was adjudged the 2nd runner up at the recent Avion Awards for Best in Region - Asia and Australasia for excellence in In-flight entertainment, by airline passengers voting worldwide (via an online survey conducted by the World Airline Entertainment Association in partnership with Skytrax).
Highlights of Jet Airways’ In-flight programme:
· Apart from the above, popular Hollywood and Bollywood movies like Wall-E, Taare Zameen Par and Space Chimps, ageless Indian folklore including the humorous repartee between Emperor Akbar and his witty jester Birbal in the animated series Akbar & Birbal, are sure to delight our young passengers.
· The musically inclined have the opportunity now to tune into music, on offer in our audio section. This includes the popular soundtrack from High School Musical 1 and 2 with tracks like ‘Start of something new’, ‘What I’ve been looking for’ and ‘Getcha head in the game’.
· Jet Airways’ young passengers may be challenged to try out the new games on some of the airlines routes and test their skills while they try out Tic Rac Toe, Bejeweled, Disney's Classic and Fix The Pix.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Jet Airways Connects Bengaluru With New York (Newark and JFK) and Toronto Via Brussels
October 31,2008: Jet Airways today connected Bengaluru with New York (Newark and JFK) and Toronto, via its European hub in Brussels with four weekly flights- on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays respectively, till December 14, 2008.
In keeping with the higher holiday season passenger traffic, Jet Airways will increase its frequency on the sector, operating daily flights between Bengaluru and Brussels effective December 15, 2008 to January 15, 2009; and will revert to flying four times a week on the same sector, effective January 16, 2009 onwards.
The launch of Jet Airways’ inaugural service on the Bengaluru-Brussels sector was marked by a multi-faith prayer session at the new Bengaluru International Airport, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the inaugural lamp by Mr. Albert Brunner, CEO, BIAL and Mr. Sudheer Raghavan, Chief Commercial Officer, Jet Airways.
Flight 9W 132 departed the new Bengaluru International Airport at 0135 hrs, arriving at Brussels International Airport at 0755 hrs. On the return leg, Jet Airways flight 9W 131 will depart Brussels at 1010 hrs and arrive at Bengaluru at 0005 hrs the following morning.
With the launch of these services, arriving passengers from Bengaluru can now conveniently connect to Jet Airways’ transatlantic services to North America and Europe in a seamless manner, on board its state-of-the-art Airbus 330-200 aircraft offering an unmatched international Premiere and Economy Class experience.
Jet Airways’ passengers can currently connect to six additional destinations in the United States and seven destinations across Europe through its code share partnerships with American Airlines and Brussels Airlines respectively.
This enhanced connectivity on Jet Airways includes Washington Reagan, Dallas, Boston, Cleveland, Baltimore and Raleigh-Durham in the United States, via New York (JFK) and to Birmingham, Madrid, Barcelona, Berlin Tegel, Manchester, Paris De Gaulle and Lyon in Europe, via Brussels.
Commenting on this new route development, Mr. Sudheer Raghavan said, “Jet Airways is proud to commence its signature wide body operations from Bengaluru to North America and Europe via its Brussels hub. Bengaluru will now be the fourth major Indian gateway for Jet Airways’ services to North America via Brussels, in addition to Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai”.
Bengaluru is also the ninth Indian city to be connected to Jet Airways’ international network.
The Brussels hub operation is ideally suited to offer Jet Airways’ customers flexibility with flight timings, to connect India with North America and Europe.
Passengers from Bengaluru will experience Jet Airways’ dual-class, state-of-the-art Airbus 330-200 aircraft featuring its acclaimed herringbone-configured Première, which makes every seat an aisle seat .Besides converting to 180 degree flat beds with lumbar support and massage systems, Première seats also offer the busy business traveller oversized tables, laptop power, telephony, SMS, Email and live text news.
The spacious new Economy class, passengers will enjoy seats more spacious than the norm and ergonomically designed to reduce stress and strain for perhaps the most comfortable ride in its class.
In keeping with the higher holiday season passenger traffic, Jet Airways will increase its frequency on the sector, operating daily flights between Bengaluru and Brussels effective December 15, 2008 to January 15, 2009; and will revert to flying four times a week on the same sector, effective January 16, 2009 onwards.
The launch of Jet Airways’ inaugural service on the Bengaluru-Brussels sector was marked by a multi-faith prayer session at the new Bengaluru International Airport, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the inaugural lamp by Mr. Albert Brunner, CEO, BIAL and Mr. Sudheer Raghavan, Chief Commercial Officer, Jet Airways.
Flight 9W 132 departed the new Bengaluru International Airport at 0135 hrs, arriving at Brussels International Airport at 0755 hrs. On the return leg, Jet Airways flight 9W 131 will depart Brussels at 1010 hrs and arrive at Bengaluru at 0005 hrs the following morning.
With the launch of these services, arriving passengers from Bengaluru can now conveniently connect to Jet Airways’ transatlantic services to North America and Europe in a seamless manner, on board its state-of-the-art Airbus 330-200 aircraft offering an unmatched international Premiere and Economy Class experience.
Jet Airways’ passengers can currently connect to six additional destinations in the United States and seven destinations across Europe through its code share partnerships with American Airlines and Brussels Airlines respectively.
This enhanced connectivity on Jet Airways includes Washington Reagan, Dallas, Boston, Cleveland, Baltimore and Raleigh-Durham in the United States, via New York (JFK) and to Birmingham, Madrid, Barcelona, Berlin Tegel, Manchester, Paris De Gaulle and Lyon in Europe, via Brussels.
Commenting on this new route development, Mr. Sudheer Raghavan said, “Jet Airways is proud to commence its signature wide body operations from Bengaluru to North America and Europe via its Brussels hub. Bengaluru will now be the fourth major Indian gateway for Jet Airways’ services to North America via Brussels, in addition to Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai”.
Bengaluru is also the ninth Indian city to be connected to Jet Airways’ international network.
The Brussels hub operation is ideally suited to offer Jet Airways’ customers flexibility with flight timings, to connect India with North America and Europe.
Passengers from Bengaluru will experience Jet Airways’ dual-class, state-of-the-art Airbus 330-200 aircraft featuring its acclaimed herringbone-configured Première, which makes every seat an aisle seat .Besides converting to 180 degree flat beds with lumbar support and massage systems, Première seats also offer the busy business traveller oversized tables, laptop power, telephony, SMS, Email and live text news.
The spacious new Economy class, passengers will enjoy seats more spacious than the norm and ergonomically designed to reduce stress and strain for perhaps the most comfortable ride in its class.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Jet Airways Announces Optimization Of Its Long-Haul International Network
October 10, 2008: In light of the downturn in major economies worldwide, more specifically in the USA and UK, Jet Airways plans to optimize its network, focusing more on its established international gateways and routes.
As part of the same, the airline’s Mumbai-Shanghai-San Francisco route will be discontinued effective January 13, 2009.
Passenger traffic between India and San Francisco will be served via Jet Airways’ London gateway in cooperation with partner airlines.
Jet Airways has already announced a code share partnership with United Airlines with convenient connections between Mumbai and several US points via London in both directions. This will enable Jet Airways to continue to serve its San Francisco customers, under a 9W flight number, in a more economically viable manner.
As part of the same, the airline’s Mumbai-Shanghai-San Francisco route will be discontinued effective January 13, 2009.
Passenger traffic between India and San Francisco will be served via Jet Airways’ London gateway in cooperation with partner airlines.
Jet Airways has already announced a code share partnership with United Airlines with convenient connections between Mumbai and several US points via London in both directions. This will enable Jet Airways to continue to serve its San Francisco customers, under a 9W flight number, in a more economically viable manner.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Jet Airways Introduces Attractive Eight and Fifteen Day Apex Fares On Key Domestic Routes
October 22, 2008: Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has announced the introduction of attractive eight and fifteen-day apex fares on key domestic routes.
The new fares are applicable for sale and travel with immediate effect, and can be applied on both return and one-way journeys.
Reservations may be made through Jet Airways’ offices across India or through travel agents.
Passengers travelling on these routes may also earn 20% of base JPMiles when they avail of the Apex fares.
Commenting on the introduction of the fares, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways said, “Jet Airways’ new Apex fares offer passengers incredible value. With the introduction of the same, passengers may now enjoy Jet Airways’ renowned in-flight product and service at attractive fares on several key domestic routes, with the option of travelling onwards across Europe, Asia, USA and the Middle East through Jet Airways’ international gateways in Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai.”
The new fares are applicable for sale and travel with immediate effect, and can be applied on both return and one-way journeys.
Reservations may be made through Jet Airways’ offices across India or through travel agents.
Passengers travelling on these routes may also earn 20% of base JPMiles when they avail of the Apex fares.
Commenting on the introduction of the fares, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, CEO, Jet Airways said, “Jet Airways’ new Apex fares offer passengers incredible value. With the introduction of the same, passengers may now enjoy Jet Airways’ renowned in-flight product and service at attractive fares on several key domestic routes, with the option of travelling onwards across Europe, Asia, USA and the Middle East through Jet Airways’ international gateways in Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai.”
Conde Nast Traveler Readers Vote Jet Airways As One Of The World’s Top Three Airlines
October 22, 2008: At a ceremony at New York’s Public Library recently, Condé Nast Traveler one of the world’s leading high end travel magazine, announced that Jet Airways has been selected as one of the top three airlines in the world in its 2008 Readers Choice Awards survey.
Jet Airways, India’s leading international airline, launched North American service last summer from Mumbai/Delhi to New York’s JFK and Newark airports – adding Toronto Pearson International and San Francisco International airports within the past year.
Upon hearing of the Condé Nast Traveler selection, Naresh Goyal – Chairman and Founder of Jet Airways – expressed his delight, saying: “When we started transatlantic service, one of my goals was to be recognized as one of the world’s top airlines within 5 years. Within 18 months, readers of Condé Nast Traveler – one of the world’s most prestigious magazines -- have reached that conclusion. It is extremely gratifying that our dedication to quality and excellence has been recognized so quickly in the North American market. We will continue to devote all our energies to exceeding expectations and ensuring the best travel experience for all passengers.”
Jet Airways, India’s leading international airline, launched North American service last summer from Mumbai/Delhi to New York’s JFK and Newark airports – adding Toronto Pearson International and San Francisco International airports within the past year.
Upon hearing of the Condé Nast Traveler selection, Naresh Goyal – Chairman and Founder of Jet Airways – expressed his delight, saying: “When we started transatlantic service, one of my goals was to be recognized as one of the world’s top airlines within 5 years. Within 18 months, readers of Condé Nast Traveler – one of the world’s most prestigious magazines -- have reached that conclusion. It is extremely gratifying that our dedication to quality and excellence has been recognized so quickly in the North American market. We will continue to devote all our energies to exceeding expectations and ensuring the best travel experience for all passengers.”
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Jet Airways Wins The Prestigious TTG Travel Award 2008, For ‘Best Domestic Airline’
October 21, 2008: Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline was honoured with the much coveted ‘Best Domestic Airline Award’ for the Year 2008, at the 19th TTG Travel Awards 2008. The award was accepted by Mr. Gaurang Shetty, Senior Vice President, Alliance & Interline Distribution at a Presentation Ceremony and Gala Dinner in Bangkok, which was attended by established players in the travel trade, across Asia Pacific.
TTG Travel Award winners are selected, based on votes cast by readers of the TTG magazine across the Asia Pacific region. The TTG Awards recognize and salute luminaries and stalwarts in the travel trade industry for their stellar performance and for being established the ‘Best’ in their respective categories.
Jet Airways becomes the recipient of the TTG Travel Award for the sixth year, having previously won the same in the years 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007. Last year, TTG recognized and accorded Chairman Naresh Goyal the ‘Travel Entrepreneur of the Year ‘ at the 18th TTG Awards for his invaluable contribution to the trade in general and Aviation in particular.
Commenting on winning the Award at the Gala Dinner, Mr. Shetty said, “Having redefined the passengers flying experience in India for over a decade, at Jet Airways we continue to constantly raise the bar in terms of service excellence. Awards such as these stand testimony to our efforts to build a truly world-class Indian airline, at par with the best.”
TTG Travel Award winners are selected, based on votes cast by readers of the TTG magazine across the Asia Pacific region. The TTG Awards recognize and salute luminaries and stalwarts in the travel trade industry for their stellar performance and for being established the ‘Best’ in their respective categories.
Jet Airways becomes the recipient of the TTG Travel Award for the sixth year, having previously won the same in the years 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007. Last year, TTG recognized and accorded Chairman Naresh Goyal the ‘Travel Entrepreneur of the Year ‘ at the 18th TTG Awards for his invaluable contribution to the trade in general and Aviation in particular.
Commenting on winning the Award at the Gala Dinner, Mr. Shetty said, “Having redefined the passengers flying experience in India for over a decade, at Jet Airways we continue to constantly raise the bar in terms of service excellence. Awards such as these stand testimony to our efforts to build a truly world-class Indian airline, at par with the best.”
Friday, October 24, 2008
Jet Airways and Jetlite Forge Codeshare Agreement On Key Domestic Routes
October 21, 2008: Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, has entered into a codeshare arrangement with JetLite, its wholly-owned, all economy subsidiary as part of its ongoing efforts to offer passengers synergetic benefits when they choose to fly with the Jet group.
As part of the agreement, Jet Airways will place its marketing code (9W) on key domestic routes operated by JetLite, enabling both carriers to offer passengers better connections and a wider network.
The codeshare is open for sale and travel with immediate effect.
Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege members travelling on these codeshare flights* can avail of a range of JP benefits, including the accrual of JPMiles based on class of travel. Moreover, the JPMiles thus earned will be Status JPMiles, and these JPMiles as well as each codeshare flight will also count toward JetPrivilege tier upgrade/ retention. JPMembers will also earn Tier Bonus JPMiles and Online booking bonus for the codeshare flights booked on the Jet Airways website.
Jet Airways Citibank Co-brand Credit Cardholders can use their companion discount vouchers on codeshare routes on applicable booking classes.
Exclusively for Platinum members, there will be a waiver of cancellation charges on all these codeshare flights.*
Commenting on the codeshare, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, Chief Executive Officer, Jet Airways said, “The codeshare agreement with JetLite will enable both carriers to optimally leverage their respective networks, offering passengers enhanced online connectivity across more than fifty domestic and international markets.”
Mr. Daniel Barranger, Vice President-Sales, JetLite added, “Besides offering passengers seamless connectivity and additional same-day return possibilities on several domestic sectors, this agreement is an important step forward in achieving further revenue synergies between the two carriers, both leaders in their respective market niches.”
Additional codeshare services between the two airlines will be implemented in phases.
As part of the agreement, Jet Airways will place its marketing code (9W) on key domestic routes operated by JetLite, enabling both carriers to offer passengers better connections and a wider network.
The codeshare is open for sale and travel with immediate effect.
Jet Airways’ JetPrivilege members travelling on these codeshare flights* can avail of a range of JP benefits, including the accrual of JPMiles based on class of travel. Moreover, the JPMiles thus earned will be Status JPMiles, and these JPMiles as well as each codeshare flight will also count toward JetPrivilege tier upgrade/ retention. JPMembers will also earn Tier Bonus JPMiles and Online booking bonus for the codeshare flights booked on the Jet Airways website.
Jet Airways Citibank Co-brand Credit Cardholders can use their companion discount vouchers on codeshare routes on applicable booking classes.
Exclusively for Platinum members, there will be a waiver of cancellation charges on all these codeshare flights.*
Commenting on the codeshare, Mr. Wolfgang Prock-Schauer, Chief Executive Officer, Jet Airways said, “The codeshare agreement with JetLite will enable both carriers to optimally leverage their respective networks, offering passengers enhanced online connectivity across more than fifty domestic and international markets.”
Mr. Daniel Barranger, Vice President-Sales, JetLite added, “Besides offering passengers seamless connectivity and additional same-day return possibilities on several domestic sectors, this agreement is an important step forward in achieving further revenue synergies between the two carriers, both leaders in their respective market niches.”
Additional codeshare services between the two airlines will be implemented in phases.
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