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Air France launches Electronic Boarding Pass on mobile phones
As from yesterday, Air France has launched electronic boarding passes on mobile phones. The only paper document needed to board is personal ID. This new paper-free service will initially concern passengers travelling on the 15 daily flights connecting Paris-CDG (terminal 2F1) to Amsterdam-Schiphol, in both directions.
Air France reports incident at Montreal Trudeau
Air France confirms that one of its Boeing 747-400 arriving from Paris had an incident at Montreal-Trudeau yesterday afternoon. After its landing, it came to a standstill with its nose wheel slightly outside the runway. The aircraft had left Paris-CDG at 4:56 pm (Paris time) and landed in Montreal at 5:44 pm, local time.
Air France releases exclusive music compilation “In The Air”
Produced in collaboration with BETC and the music labels “Village Vert” and “Green United Music”, Air France’s latest musical offering, the “In The Air” album is the next step in the brand’s musical journey. The compilation conjures sounds of well-being and serenity – a trademark of the brand soundtrack established 10 years ago.
Air France keeps passengers up to speed with latest sports news
For several weeks now, passengers travelling on Air France long-haul flights* can keep up with the latest sports news with the daily 10-minute news bulletin screened on board and produced for Air France by L’Equipe TV, the leading French non-stop, round-the-clock sports news channel.
Air France increases fuel surcharge
Due to the high level of fuel prices, Air France is increasing its fuel surcharge by 2 euros per segment on domestic flights, by 4 euros per segment on medium-haul flights, by 10 euros per segment on long-haul flights and by 14 euros per segment on very long-haul flights. This increase is valid on tickets for trips from France, issued as from 10th July 2008.
Air France launches video widget
Delivering the most innovative customer relations solutions on the web, Air France has adopted a unique new communication and distribution channel, the video widget. The widget, developed by French start-up Djingle, was a hit from the word go, immediately winning a prestigious Travolution Award in London.
Air France announces commitment to the environment
In an aim to combat climate change and considering that the destruction of forests accounts for some 20% of CO2 manmade emissions, Air France finances a GoodPlanet-run project to fight against deforestation in Madagascar. The project is implemented locally by WWF-Madagascar.
Air France proposes new online services
Since 2 June 2008, VoyageurREWARDS, the Air France loyalty programme designed for small and medium-sized companies has made it easier for French companies to earn points and provides access to a new online space for booking tickets and managing accounts.
Air France forecasts record passenger numbers
The summer holiday season is fast approaching, and Air France once again forecasts record passenger traffic at its Paris airports over the last weekend in June, with 25% more passengers at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and 10% more at Paris-Orly compared with a normal day.
Air France continues efforts to assist disabled passengers
Over the past few years, Air France has been making every effort to make travel for disabled and reduced mobility passengers as easy and simple as possible.
Air France increases fuel surcharge
Due to the high level of fuel prices, Air France is increasing its fuel surcharge by 2 euros per segment on domestic flights, by 5 euros per segment on medium-haul flights, by 10 euros per segment on long-haul flights and by 20 euros per segment on very long-haul flights. This increase is valid on tickets for trips from France, issued as from 13 June 2008.
Air France begins serving Pointe-Noire, Congo
Since 1 April 2008, Air France has been serving Pointe-Noire with three weekly frequencies, with one flight seating 219 operated by Airbus 330 and the two other flights with a seating capacity for 79 operated by Airbus 319. As from 23 June, the Paris-Pointe Noire route will be exclusively operated by Airbus 330-200, representing a 65% increase in capacity compared with last year.
Air France offers their first baggage collection
Air France and Le Tanneur have brought out 6 new ranges of baggage signed "Air France by Le Tanneur" using names from the aeronautical alphabet: Delta, Echo and Tango for the hardside range, and Fox, Zulu and X-ray for the soft range.
Air France provides support for humanitarian flight to Chengdu
On 30 May 2008, in conjunction with Airbus, Air France provided the logistics and technical support for a special humanitarian flight to Chengdu, the capital of the province of Sichuan, which was affected by the earthquake on 12 May 2008.
Salt Lake City becomes Air France’s newest US destination
Starting on 2 June 2008, Air France is launching the new non-stop Paris-Charles de Gaulle – Salt Lake City (Utah) service. The flight is operated by a Delta Air Lines’ Boeing 767-300ER, equipped with 36 seats in BusinessElite and 178 seats in Economy. The flight is operated on a code-share basis by Air France and Delta.