All Things On Time PerformanceThe summer season puts on-time performance to the test.
With extreme weather, crowded airports, and stretched resources, punctuality comes under pressure.
In this article we review why OTP is a challenge in summer and what strategies help airlines smooth ground operations.
Millions of travelers take to the skies during the Christmas travel rush, but how do airlines keep flights running on time amid winter weather and record demand? From efficient turnarounds to proactive disruption management, this article uncovers the behind-the-scenes efforts that ensure smooth and punctual holiday journeys. Read more.
Excitement is in the air as UEFA Euro 2024 approaches, but so are the challenges for aviation. From introducing additional routes to rigorous security measures, discover in this blog article how the industry ensures a smooth journey for millions of fans.
Removing snow, ice, or frost from the aircraft´s surface is a routine and critical part of winter operations. It involves many tasks und resources that require sound resource allocation, often on very short notice to avoid flight delays and cancelations. What can be done to optimally thrive in the de-icing season? Read here our expert tips.
On-time performance is not an option. It’s mandatory! This principle has become common sense in aviation and a matter of competitive strength. In recent decades, airlines have increasingly focused on how to improve OTP. Given the many tasks involved in preparing a flight for departure, how can airlines achieve this? The key lies in 3 factors that are part of the so-called OTP triangle. What are they? Find out here.
Last year´s air travel summer season was a bit chaotic. Flight delays, and endless lines made travelers´ vacations more than stressful. This summer, experts warn the situation may not differ much. Passenger numbers are expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels. With the operational issues that put punctuality in aviation in checkmate not yet resolved, what can the industry do to overcome the challenges? Find out in our blog post.
After an incredibly difficult 2020, the airline industry sees passenger traffic rapidly bouncing back. But capacity constraints, especially in terms of staff shortages, are challenging carriers to be on-time. Since delays have a direct impact on customer satisfaction, what can be done to improve airlines´ on-time performance?
While sustainability has become a major focus for airlines, the emphasis has largely been on areas such as fuel alternatives. In-flight services have not been that much of a focal point. That is now beginning to change. Not only are airlines recognizing the opportunities to develop more eco-friendly in-flight services, but they are also seeing the potential savings to be gained. Read here some of the initiatives that carriers are already taking.
Queues at airports, congested taxiways, and bursting airspaces – this was the reality before the Coronavirus outbreak. With the pandemic, carriers experienced a significant reduction in their flights and thus an apparent improvement in their on-time performance. However, as increasing vaccinations generate greater confidence to travel again, 2022 is expected to be a crucial year for aviation to rebound. How may higher traffic and increased journey times due to COVID-19 measures affect airline punctuality?
From enhanced cleaning routines to physical distancing measures, fulfilling COVID-19 safety requirements can extend the time for aircraft turnaround. As airlines add more flights to cover travel demands this summer, the surge of potential capacity bottlenecks puts ground handling operations under pressure. Read here how airlines can optimize the time jets spend on the ground between flights.
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