12 July, 2024
Viking named a “World’s Best” for oceans, rivers and expeditions by the readers of Travel + Leisure in 2024 Awards
US TSA stopped 3,269 firearms at airport security checkpoints nationwide during the first half of 2024........
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which has screened higher passenger volumes this summer and a record-breaking 3 million passengers on Sunday, July 7, intercepted 3,269 firearms at airport security checkpoints during the first half of 2024. The first half of the year ended June 30 and the total represents an average 19 firearms detected per day at TSA checkpoints; more than 94% were loaded.
While the number of firearms discovered during this period last year is nearly the same at 3,251, the total number of passengers increased. TSA has screened nearly 7% more passengers during the first half of 2024 than during the same period in 2023. During the second quarter of 2024, TSOs screened more than 236 million passengers, compared to more than 221 million passengers in the second quarter of 2023.
In the first 8 days of July, which represents the third quarter and will be included in the October press release, Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) nationwide intercepted 166 additional firearms, bringing the total through July 8 to 3,435 firearms. The rate of passengers with firearms during the most recent quarter was 7.5 firearms per one million passengers, which is a slight decrease from the same period in 2023, when the rate of discovery was 7.9 firearms per one million passengers.
Firearms at | Firearms | Rate per million | Percentage | Total passengers | |
Q2 2024 | 1,768 | 19.4 | 7.5 | 94 % | >236 million |
Q2 2023 | 1,745 | 19.2 | 7.9 | 92 % | >221 million |
Leading aviation maintenance provider MRO Holdings gets investment from Bain Capital
Brittain Resorts & Hotels appoints Brittney Jones as Chief Development Officer
11 July, 2024
Social media sees 230% increase in fake accounts as battle against illicit content continues
New research from digital identity security specialists, ID Crypt Global, reveals that the number of fake social media accounts on TikTok has soared by more than 230% in the past year alone, serving as an unwelcome distraction to those behind the scenes who are already trying to combat content-related issues such as harassment, self-harm ideation, misinformation, and child sexual exploitation.
ID Crypt Global has analysed how the number of fake accounts being removed from Facebook and TikTok has changed over the past year* before looking at the types of banned and troubling content that special media platforms are battling to keep under control.
The data reveals that in Q1 2024, Facebook removed 631m fake accounts. This marks an annual increase of 48.1% compared to Q1 2023’s number of 426m.
But this significant increase is nothing compared to that recorded by TikTik. In the past year, the number of fake account removals on the platform has increased by 232.5%, including a 146.1% increase in the past quarter alone.
But it’s not just fake accounts that social media platforms are dealing with. In fact, dealing with fake accounts may well be distracting the platforms from another significant problem in the shape of banned or illegal content being spread like wildfire.
According to data from Snapchat, action was taken against more than 3.6m accounts for spreading banned or illegal content between July - December 2023 alone.
Delta Air Lines announces June quarter 2024 financial results
"Thanks to the incredible work of our 100,000 people, Delta is delivering industry-leading operational performance and best-in-class service for our customers. We delivered record June quarter revenue and pre-tax income of $2 billion with a 15 percent operating margin. Our people are the best in the industry, and we are pleased to recognize their efforts with more than $640 million accrued in the first half toward next year's profit sharing," said Ed Bastian, Delta's chief executive officer.
"For the September quarter, we expect a double-digit operating margin and a pre-tax profit of approximately $1.5 billion. With strong first half results and visibility into the second half, we remain confident in our full-year guidance."
June Quarter 2024 GAAP Financial Results
- Operating revenue of $16.7 billion
- Operating income of $2.3 billion with an operating margin of 13.6 percent
- Pre-tax income of $1.8 billion with a pre-tax margin of 10.6 percent
- Earnings per share of $2.01
- Operating cash flow of $2.5 billion
- Payments on debt and finance lease obligations of $1.4 billion
- Total debt and finance lease obligations of $18.0 billion at quarter end
June Quarter 2024 Adjusted Financial Results
- Operating revenue of $15.4 billion, 5.4 percent higher than the June quarter 2023
- Operating income of $2.3 billion with an operating margin of 14.7 percent
- Pre-tax income of $2.0 billion with a pre-tax margin of 13.0 percent
- Earnings per share of $2.36
- Operating cash flow of $2.5 billion
- Free cash flow of $1.3 billion
- Adjusted debt to EBITDAR of 2.8x, down from 3.0x at the end of 2023
- Return on invested capital of 13.1 percent
Financial Guidance1
FY 2024 Forecast | |
Earnings Per Share | $6 - $7 |
Free Cash Flow ($B) | $3 - $4 |
Adjusted Debt to EBITDAR | 2x - 3x |
3Q24 Forecast | |
Total Revenue YoY | Up 2% - 4% |
Operating Margin | 11% - 13% |
Earnings Per Share | $1.70 - $2.00 |
1Non-GAAP measures; Refer to Non-GAAP reconciliations for historical comparison figures |
Additional metrics for financial modeling can be found in the Supplemental Information section under Quarterly Results on ir.delta.com.
Exolaunch successfully deploys satellites.........
Exolaunch Successfully Deploys Satellites on Historic Ariane 6 Inaugural Launch, Enhancing European Access to Space
Exolaunch played a pivotal part in the deployment of four satellites for its customers at ESA, NASA, and Spacemanic, marking a significant milestone for Europe's growing space industry
Exolaunch, the global leader in launch mission management, integration, and satellite deployment services, proudly announced the successful deployment of four satellites aboard Arianespace’s Ariane 6 maiden flight. The liftoff occurred on Tuesday, July 9 at 1600 GFT from the Guiana Space Centre, also known as Europe's Spaceport, in Kourou, French Guiana. Representing customers ESA, NASA, and Spacemanic, this mission highlights Exolaunch’s crucial role in broadening access to space and supporting new launch vehicle providers.
SunExpress becomes VCT's European launch customer of Finlets for its Boeing 737-800 Aircraft
JSX named number 1 domestic airline rating in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards
Led by innovation and commitment to serving the Customer, JSX’s newest award recognition serves as a powerful testament to the values of today’s traveller in search of seamless, stress-free, accessible, and time-saving air travel experiences
CDB Aviation celebrates delivery of Sichuan Airlines’ 200th aircraft
BAE Systems delivers advanced radar warning receivers to protect U.S. Air Force Aircraft
Alaska Airlines expands winter travel options to launch 18 exciting new sun and ski routes
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10 July, 2024
Delta, Riyadh Air sign strategic agreement to expand connectivity and premium travel options across North America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond
Delta Air Lines, the world’s leading premium airline, and Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's innovative new full-service global carrier, have signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of introducing a broad range of benefits for customers travelling between North America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and destinations beyond.