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SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 87 – London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare in Main Cabin Extra

03/11/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

a row of seats on an airplane

It’s time for something I haven’t done for some time… write a Snapshot, looking at the passenger experience aboard American Airlines 87 in Main Cabin Extra. I’m sure you know how I do this travel writing thing by now. But for those reading this for the first time, I have two major travel writing styles: Trip Reports—These are full, deep-dive reports that take you … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways signs a codeshare agreement with Air Algérie

03/11/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Qatar Airways and Air Algerie sign a codeshare agreement

Qatar Airways and Air Algérie announced a codeshare partnership. This agreement builds on the existing interline partnership between the two carriers to boost connectivity between Algeria, the Middle East and the Far East. The codeshare provides Qatar Airways customers easier access to Algiers as well as six other key destinations in Air Algérie's domestic network, … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – United Airlines Airbus A320 climbing out of Chicago O’Hare International Airport

02/11/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

United Airlines Airbus A320 climbing out of Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a United Airlines Airbus A320 climbing out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport as it heads off on a short-haul mission. United Airlines operates a fleet of 71 Airbus A320 aircraft in its short to medium-haul fleet. The airline also operates Airbus A319, Airbus A321neo, Boeing … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (1st November)

01/11/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market, New Street, Birmingham

It's the 1st of November. Mariah Carey has been defrosted, the nights are drawing in, and Birmingham's "Frankfurt Christmas Market" has opened. But it's still Saturday, so it must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. A busy first evening for Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market. Now in the city until the 24th December.  … [Read more...]

Watch me Senpai! Crunchyroll rolls out on Delta

31/10/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Hime (pictured left), Crunchyroll’s original anime character, has officially taken to the skies! She’s joining Delta to share her love of anime with a whole new group of Delta friends. Spot her and her sister, Sudachi, on your next flight as you travel the worlds of anime. - Image, Delta

For those who are flying Delta Air Lines and need an Anime fix, there's good news: with curated access to Crunchyroll now available in flight.   Hime, Crunchyroll’s original anime character, has officially taken to the skies with Delta - Image, Delta. Starting this month, anime content specially curated by Crunchyroll is beginning to roll out on Delta’s more than … [Read more...]

Virgin Atlantic adds Phuket to its winter leisure network

31/10/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 on final approach to London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

For those who wish for some warmth as we head into the winter, Virgin Atlantic is planning to launch a direct service to Phuket for Winter 2026. Virgin Atlantic is delighted to be launching new services between London Heathrow and Phuket for Winter 2026, connecting sunshine seekers with Thailand’s breathtaking beaches and vibrant nightlife. The three-times-a-week … [Read more...]

Korean Air joins the A350F family

31/10/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Korean Air Airbus A350F - Rendering, Airbus

Korean Air is the latest airline to sign for the Airbus A350F (the freighter variant of the A350), with the airline to take seven of the type. Korean Air will convert seven of its existing A350-1000 passenger aircraft orders to the A350F. Currently under development, the A350F can carry a payload of up to 111 tonnes and will fly up to 4,700 nautical miles / 8,700 … [Read more...]

American Airlines sets its first International A321XLR route

30/10/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

The First American Airlines AIrbus A321XLR - Image, American Airlines

With the recent delivery of the Airbus A321XLR to American Airlines, we've seen their domestic plans to introduce it on the New York-Los Angeles route. Well, we have our first International sighting of the type, with the airline sending their narrowbody plane to Edinburgh. The New York-JFK to Edinburgh service will start in March 2026. It will operate daily from … [Read more...]

Virgin Trains to get space at Temple Mills, and launch a Eurostar competitor 

30/10/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Virgin Trains Alstom Avelia Stream, Image, Virgin Group

The Office of Road and Rail has concluded its investigations into who should get the spare space at Temple Mills Depot, and thus, a key part of launching a competitor to Eurostar. And it's Virgin Trains Europe.  Virgin Trains Europe competed with Evolyn, Gemini and Trenitalia to gain access to Temple Mills, with the ORR noting that Virgin Trains’ plans were more … [Read more...]

Lufthansa rolls out food pre-ordering in all classes. Welcome “Culinary Journey”

29/10/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Lufthansa launches Cluinary Joureny - Image, Lufthansa

Lufthansa Group has launched a new concept - "Culinary Journey" - the airline's attempt at a personalised premium menu plan. Lufthansa Group's new “Culinary Journey” allows guests flying with Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian Airlines to pre-order and enjoy their favourite meals and snacks. The “Culinary Journey” bundles all food and beverage offerings for the entire … [Read more...]

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