Economy Class & Beyond

Airplane Art – Air India Airbus A350-900 taking off from London Heathrow Airport

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Air India Airbus A350-900 rotating and taking off from London Heathrow Airport as it begins its journey back to India. Air India operates a fleet of six Airbus A350-900 aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-8 and … [Read more...]

Aer Lingus activates its first Starlink-connected aircraft

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IAG Airline Aer Lingus has followed British Airways and has introduced flights operating with Starlink connectivity. Flight EI105, which departed on the 29th March, operating the Dublin to New York JFK route are the first to experience the new connectivity technology, which enables customers in every cabin to seamlessly access free, fast, reliable internet for streaming, … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (28th March)

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We're coming to the end of March, and for those of us in Europe, the clocks go forward tonight (so, one hour less in bed). But things go on as usual here, so it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Mentally, I'm here still. Physically, I'm in the coffee shop, still trying to wake up at the time of writing - Cloud Gate, Millennium Park, Chicago.  Routes and … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways sets out its operations for the next few weeks

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As we head into the Spring Break/Easter Holiday period, Qatar Airways is attempting to stabilise its operations, with the airline publishing its latest revised schedule, reflecting the gradual increase in flights to and from Doha. The latest update, valid until 15 April 2026, provides additional frequencies to more than 90 destinations across Qatar Airways’ global … [Read more...]

Finnair orders Embraer E195-E2 for fleet renewal, and scouts for further Airbus aircraft

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Finnair has been out shopping and has once again turned to Embraer for its "regional" jet fleet, signing for the E195-E2, as well as scouting out additional Airbus aircraft. Finnair Embraer E195-E2 - Image, Embraer The agreement calls for up to 46 E195-E2 aircraft, comprising 18 firm orders, 16 options, and 12 purchase rights. The E195-E2 will replace Finnair’s older … [Read more...]

UK Passport prices to rise… again

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For those of you who wondered why I renewed my passport a little early, well, there were many reasons. But one that was at the back of my mind was the possibility of a price rise for passports being issued. Well, guess what. The UK Home Office is planning to jack up the price of a passport. Again. One of these is going to cost a bit more from April onward.  If all goes … [Read more...]

easyJet selects Mirus Kestral seat for new aircraft

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easyJet is announcing an order of brand-new, lighter-weight seats partnering with Mirus Aircraft Seating. easyJet's new seat featuring the Mirus Kesttral - Image, easyJet The new seat are expected to be over 20% lighter than those used currently, while also offering up to two inches of additional legroom for each passengers. The airline has selected … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Korean Air Boeing 777-300ER (new colours) arriving at Chicago O’Hare

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. Today, we have a Korean Air Boeing 777-300ER in the company's new house colours as it is on final approach to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Korean Air operates a fleet of 28 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A350-900, Airbus A380, Boeing … [Read more...]