Lisa Mota-Pinto McNally

IAG supports the expansion of Heathrow. We think the airport can develop in a way that benefits UK customers and businesses, and boosts the UK economy, but it needs to be affordable for UK passengers.     Heathrow is a privately owned monopoly regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which among other things, sets price controls that limit what Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL) can charge for airport services. Under the current regulatory model, Heathrow earns guaranteed returns on its Regulatory Asset Base (RAB), which means the more it spends, the more profit it makes, regardless of efficiency, passenger benefits or service quality. The current model incentivises Heathrow to drive up costs while service declines, leaving passengers paying more for less. This video summarises why Heathrow’s regulatory framework needs urgent and fundamental reform, to deliver a hub airport that is efficient, affordable and competitive for the future.   As part of the Heathrow Reimagined: A Better Hub for Britain. campaign we welcome the Civil Aviation Authority’s current review of Heathrow’s regulatory framework. A reformed regulatory regime for Heathrow could make the hub more competitive and maximise the positive impact of the airport for UK plc.    Learn more about our call for reform at the Heathrow Reimagined dedicated website: https://lnkd.in/dYzcYr49    #HeathrowReimagined #HeathrowAirport

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Etihad Airways aims to carry 21.5 million passengers in 2025, with plans to add 18 new aircraft—two already delivered. CEO Antonoaldo Neves highlighted strong growth, noting profit margins rose from 3% in 2023 to a projected 7–8% this year. The airline is expanding its global network of nearly 100 destinations by boosting frequencies, especially to the U.S. and Europe. Etihad’s strategy focuses on strengthening routes within a four-hour radius, including India, Pakistan, and the Middle East, while ensuring financial sustainability through internal cash flows. #Etihad2025 #AviationGrowth #MiddleEastTravel #AirlineExpansion #PassengerTargets #SmartTravel #AviationNews

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🔴 British Airways has announced its 2026 summer schedule. BA has confirmed the year-round connection from London Gatwick to Bangkok. From the same airport, the airline will operate an additional weekly flight to Kingston, Jamaica, increasing to four weekly flights. The U.S. network will see the reintroduction of BA's double-daily service from London Heathrow to Miami International Airport. Additionally, the airline will reintroduce its daily service to Dallas-Fort Worth and upgrade its services to San Diego and Austin to 14 weekly frequencies each. All flights to New York JFK will operate exclusively from London Heathrow. #Airways #Routes

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New Training Course: 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗔𝗢𝗣 & 𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗖) Airports today face a new reality: moving beyond infrastructure towards becoming service providers at the very core of aviation. This shift demands new skills, tools, and ways of thinking. Our brand-new course, “Management of Airport Operations Performance (AOP & APOC)”, led by Dirk Bresser, is designed to help professionals: ✔️ Understand the 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 (𝗔𝗢𝗣) and its role in improving predictability and resilience ✔️ Explore the set-up and governance of an 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 (𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗖) ✔️ Learn how to align local airport processes with the wider ATM network ✔️ Build strategies to manage disruptions, stakeholders, and change 👉 What makes this course different? It bridges daily operations with the big picture of network performance, giving participants the tools to anticipate, collaborate, and lead airports into the future. Currently the course is available as an In-House training only. In Summer 2026, we will offer the first public session in Berlin – open for registration once our 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗹𝘆. Stay tuned! Don’t miss the chance to be among the first to take part in this forward-looking training: https://lnkd.in/dspD_Ruw

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✈️ My Take on IAG’s H1 Results As a former British Airways employee, I always keep an eye on IAG’s results. Here are my three big takeaways: 1. North Atlantic Still Resilient 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 The prophets of doom earlier this year warned of a #transatlantic slowdown. Not so fast. In Q2, revenue per ASK was up 0.6% on 1.8% more capacity, with premium cabins doing the heavy lifting. Load factor dipped slightly, but the Atlantic remains a strong performer, especially in premium cabins. 2. Wow, #Iberia. Just Wow. 🇪🇸 14.5% operating margin for H1—up 4.1 points YoY. That’s world-class. I remember working with Iberia when their downtown Madrid office looked frozen in the 1980s and the #A340 reigned supreme. Today? Iberia is lean, reliable, and consistently impressive. I’ve flown them multiple times this year—and I truly believe they’re now one of the best-run airlines in the world. 3. The #A321XLR really is a game changer for the North Atlantic ✈️ The A321XLR is already delivering. Iberia and Aer Lingus are using it to launch new routes (like Nashville and Indianapolis), add frequency, and extend seasonality—especially on thinner transatlantic sectors. It’s a strategic asset that’s quietly changing the game. United and AA did a great job ordering 50 of these each! I can’t wait to see what they do with theirs! 😉 📌 Bottom line: The Atlantic is steady. Iberia is soaring. And IAG’s fleet strategy is already delivering! #IAG #Iberia #BritishAirways #AirlineEarnings #A321XLR #AerLingus #AviationStrategy #NorthAtlantic

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✈️ Avelo Airlines Secures Largest Investment Since Initial Funding   Avelo Airlines, America’s ultra-convenient low-fare airline, today announced it has closed on a new round of significant growth capital to support its continued expansion across the United States and the Caribbean.   This financing round represents the single largest investment in Avelo Airlines since the company’s initial Series A funding. This investment from a new partner underscores strong confidence in Avelo’s differentiated business model and track record since the airline’s launch in 2021. The proceeds will be used to fund growth in its scheduled service operation, make targeted technology investments, and enhance the overall Customer experience.   Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Today marks another important milestone for Avelo. This new capital strengthens our liquidity position and positions us to continue delivering reliable, affordable travel options to millions of Customers who are underserved by other carriers. This investment comes at a pivotal time in the domestic airline industry and will allow Avelo to double down on an addressable market that is too often being priced out by higher fare airlines.”   Avelo recently closed the books on July, representing the company’s fourth fully allocated profit over the last five months, following approximately breakeven operating income in 2024 with no special items and no sale leaseback proceeds. Avelo’s core margins and cash position continue to improve organically, driven by revenue diversification initiatives and market maturation in our scheduled service operation. Later this year Avelo expects to launch a unique loyalty program, a co-branded credit card, and other third-party ancillary revenue initiatives that have proven value to airline profitability.      💜 We’re excited to welcome more Customers on board and continue delivering smooth, seamless travel experiences across our growing network.

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