Breaking late this evening, as I'm trying to leave a coffee shop, the Supervisory Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG approved the order for a total of 20 new long-haul aircraft at its meeting today. The Executive Board had previously decided to order ten Airbus A350-900s and ten Boeing 787-9s. Delivery is scheduled to take place between 2032 and 2034. The Airbus … [Read more...]
A deper dive into the Mirus Aircraft Seating Kestral – the new easyJet seat
Just before Aircraft Interiors Expo this year, easyJet announced a massive order with Mirus Aircraft Seating for new seats, with easyJet selecting the Kestral. So, what's it like? At the show, Mirus Aircraft seating had one complete set of three seats on display. In terms of the seat cover, the Kestral seat for easyJet is fitted with a new trim and finish, … [Read more...]
Qatar Airways to add service to Caracas and Bogotá
New routes are on the menu at Qatar Airways, as it plans to launch services to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia, from July 2026. Qatar Airways Boeing 777-200LR - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The new routes to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia, are due to commence from 22 July 2026. The service represents a significant milestone for the airline, as … [Read more...]
Building a new Enterprise – Stadler to build Enterprise Trains for Iarnród Éireann and Translink
For those who use the Enterprise train service, which operates between Belfast and Dublin, there is some very good news ahead: Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) and Translink NI Railways (NIR) have ordered new trains. Supporting the service upgrade, Stadler Rail will take on the order, with eight FLIRT Intercity trains from Stadler, including maintenance services. Stadler FLIRT for … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: Airplane Art Extra from the Hyatt Regency O’Hare
Airplane Art Extra from the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Still for the Friends It's a bit early this week, but it's time for a lot of aviation photos. It's Airplane Art time. Still for the friends But first. A trip to Liverpool, North West England. But why? To the… daytime Heathrow run? Lounging around with Cathay Pacific and American Airlines AA87 London … [Read more...]
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (9th May)
It's that time of week again, when I've paid for the week in sleep, as well as the point where I need to round up our headlines. Time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Looking a little sus there, Blinky - Bandi Crossstore, Birmingham TRIP REPORT: Still for the friends We're moving on to activities, as I continue to power through the publishing of this trip … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: Exploring a craft at the Museum of Contemporary Photography
Exploring a craft at the Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College TRIP REPORT: Still for the Friends Sometimes we have to stop and learn from others as we develop crafts, ideas and knowledge. So your author is off to learn at the Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Still for the friends But first. A trip to Liverpool, North West … [Read more...]
Singapore Airlines to expand flights to Europe, with new services to Madrid
Singapore Airlines isn't resting on its laurels and is preparing to introduce new services, as well as expanding its operations. The airline will progressively increase the frequencies on flights between Singapore and Manchester, Milan, Munich, and London Gatwick in the coming months to meet the strong demand on these routes and enhance connectivity options at its … [Read more...]
The Collins Aerospace SkyNook – turning unused space into an important offering
Let's continue our post-show coverage with a Crystal Cabin Award winner - the SkyNook by Collins Aerospace. We all know that every cubic centimetre of space on an aircraft is precious to airlines, as they seek to monetise as much as they can of it. But on widebody aircraft, there is space. And it's towards the back of the aircraft, as the fuselage tapers. Collins’ … [Read more...]
AirAsia Group signs for 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft
It's been a big day for Airbus, with the AirAsia Group signing for 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The purchase agreement is the largest single firm order placed for the A220 and propels the programme beyond the 1,000 firm order milestone. The agreement covers 150 aircraft, with the strategic flexibility to upsize the commitment to 300 of the A220 Aircraft Family to meet … [Read more...]
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