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| CONTINENTAL AIRLINES REPORTS FEBRUARY 2010 OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE
LONDON, March 2, 2010 – Continental Airlines today reported a February consolidated (mainline plus regional) load factor of 77.7 percent, 5.2 points above the February 2009 consolidated load factor, and a mainline load factor of 78.1 percent, 5.2 points above the February 2009 mainline load factor. Both February load factors were records for the month. The carrier reported a domestic mainline February load factor of 80.6 percent, 2.9 points above the February 2009 domestic mainline load factor, and a record international mainline load factor of 75.9 percent, 7.5 points above February 2009.
During February, Continental recorded a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on-time arrival rate of 75.0 percent and a mainline segment completion factor of 95.4 percent. Continental’s operational results were adversely impacted by severe winter weather, particularly at its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport .
In February 2010, Continental flew 6.1 billion consolidated revenue passenger miles (RPMs) and 7.8 billion consolidated available seat miles (ASMs), resulting in a consolidated traffic increase of 3.3 percent and a capacity decrease of 3.8 percent as compared to February 2009. In February 2010, Continental flew 5.4 billion mainline RPMs and 6.9 billion mainline ASMs, resulting in a mainline traffic increase of 3.2 percent and a mainline capacity decrease of 3.7 percent as compared to February 2009. Domestic mainline traffic was 2.7 billion RPMs in February 2010, down 0.5 percent from February 2009, and domestic mainline capacity was 3.3 billion ASMs, down 4.1 percent from February 2009.
For February 2010, consolidated passenger revenue per available seat mile (RASM) is estimated to have increased between 7.5 and 8.5 percent compared to February 2009, while mainline RASM is estimated to have increased between 5.5 and 6.5 percent.
Continental estimates that the suspension of operations at its New York hub on February 10, 2010, and February 26, 2010, due to severe winter weather in the New York area reduced its consolidated passenger revenue for the month by approximately $25 million. The combination of available seat mile reductions caused by the two February snowstorms and the company’s re- accommodation of many customers who were impacted by its flight cancellations resulted in a year- over-year RASM benefit of approximately one percentage point, compared to the year-over-year RASM performance the company would have expected had the company flown the capacity it cancelled as a result of the storms.
For January 2010, consolidated passenger RASM decreased 1.3 percent compared to January 2009, while mainline passenger RASM decreased 2.8 percent compared to January 2009.
Continental’s regional operations had a February load factor of 74.6 percent, 5.3 points above the February 2009 regional load factor. Regional RPMs were 657.0 million and regional ASMs were 880.2 million in February 2010, resulting in a traffic increase of 3.5 percent and a capacity decrease of 4.0 percent versus February 2009.
Continental Airlines is the world’s fifth largest airline. Continental, together with Continental Express and Continental Connection, has more than 2,500 daily departures throughout the Americas , Europe and Asia , serving 133 domestic and 135 international destinations. Continental is a member of Star Alliance, which overall offers 19,700 daily flights to 1,077 airports in 175 countries through its 26 member airlines. With more than 41,000 employees, Continental has hubs serving New York , Houston , Cleveland and Guam , and together with its regional partners, carries approximately 63 million passengers per year.
Continental consistently earns awards and critical acclaim for both its operation and its corporate culture. For the sixth consecutive year, FORTUNE magazine named Continental the No. 1 World’s Most Admired Airline on its 2009 list of World’s Most Admired Companies. For more company information, go to continental.com
| Discover holidays afloat at The Cruise Show27-28 March 2010, Olympia , London
What’s your idea of the perfect cruise?
Sailing the South Pacific on a tall ship? A tranquil river cruise through forested valleys? An expedition to Antarctica aboard an ice breaker? A fun-filled sunshine holiday in the Caribbean ? Exploring the Ganges in a traditional steamer? The ultimate spa break?
Whatever you have in mind, check out The CRUISE Show, the UK ’s only travel exhibition dedicated to cruising. All the major and specialist cruise lines will be on hand, offering inspiration, information and practical advice to help you find your ideal holiday at sea.
You’ll learn that cruises come in all shapes and sizes: from Med mini-breaks taking in Barcelona and Ibiza, to 57-day journeys from Southampton to Sydney . You’ll find out about every different cruise ship imaginable, from resort-style ships that contain climbing walls and ice rinks, to smaller more intimate vessels that carry a handful of passengers and everything else in between.
The show will open your eyes to a huge range of unusual destinations including Russia , Alaska , the Norwegian fjords, the Amazon and the Middle East . For the most adventurous there are expedition cruises to the Polar Regions or the Galapagos Island , and wildlife cruises that offer whale-watching in the Sea of Cortez or penguins in the Falklands .
Or for something really unusual, how about travelling by boat to the World Cup in Cape Town on a working Royal Mail ship – even staying on-board to cut out the hassle of booking hotels? Or travel to the Cannes Film Festival on a tall ship, stopping off at the Monaco Grand Prix along the way. Or cruise in to Venice just in time for the Redentore Festival which features hundreds of colourful boats, gondola races and spectacular fireworks.
There will be a packed programme of talks, lectures and Q&A sessions led by industry experts and journalists who will be offering impartial advice and passing on their hot tips for the next big thing in cruising.
Other attractions at The CRUISE Show include:
| 16th February 2010 Witney Four Pillars Hotel turns 21 in May & gives its guests the Key to the Door… for just £21.00 per night! Witney Four Pillars Hotel celebrates its 21st Birthday this year and is delighted to announce a series of special offers to commemorate the occasion! Come and join the party and take advantage of a range of ‘birthday gifts’ throughout the coming months:
February · Buy 2 large glasses of Rose Wine and get the rest of the bottle free! · Stay at the hotel from just £21.00 per night!* (but book fast as there are only 21 rooms available at this price).
March · Spend £21 on food in the bar and receive a complimentary bottle of house wine. · Stay at the hotel from just £21.00 per night!* (but book fast as there are only 21 rooms available at this price).
April · Stay at the hotel from just £21.00 per night!* (but book fast as there are only 21 rooms available at this price).
Throughout 2010 · Get married this year for just £2,100! Price includes a wedding breakfast for 50 people and an evening reception for up to 70 guests.**
For a full list of the special offers at Witney Four Pillars Hotel visit: http://www.four-pillars.co.uk/witney-four-pillars-hotel-is-21-_343/
The Witney Four Pillars Hotel opened in 1989, just 10 miles from the famous city of Oxford. A contemporary four-star property built in typical Cotswold style, the hotel has 87 rooms, plus a range of dining and leisure facilities, and is a perfect base from which to explore historic Oxford; visit beautiful palaces such as Blenheim Palace and Waddesdon Manor; and experience shoppers’ heaven in the form of the Bicester Shopping Village, with over 90 designer outlets offering bargains of up to 60% discounts. To book and for full details call 01993 779777 or visit www.four-pillars.co.uk For reservations, please access the website at www.four-pillars.co.uk |
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