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Malaysia Airlines expands Asian and long haul operations

07/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-8 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Malaysia Airlines is expanding its footprint with the return of direct flights to Fukuoka, Japan, and the launch of new services to Shenzhen and Changsha, China. Along with a few capacity boosts to boot. As part of this expansion, the airline will introduce new services between Kuala Lumpur and Shenzhen and Changsha in China, alongside the resumption of services to … [Read more...]

Brussels Airlines extends its ice cream partnership with Ralph & Roxy’s in all long haul travel classes

07/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Ralph and Roxy - Now in Economy Class too - Image, Brussels Airlines

For those of you who love ice cream in flight (says a person who missed out on one on their recent transatlantic adventure), Brussels Airlines is extending its partnership with Ralph & Roxy's ice cream to offer it across all classes of flight on its long-haul flights. Ralph & Roxy's ice creams were developed by Philip Bogaert, who, until recently, produced ice … [Read more...]

KLM first Airbus A350 enters the Final Assembly Line

06/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

KLM Airbus A350 in the Final Assembly Line - Image, KLM (Simone Chellini, Airways Magazine)

KLM had an Easter present of sorts - with its first Airbus A350 entering the final assembly line at Airbus Toulouse. As can be seen, the major assemblies for the Airbus A350 are coming together as the aircraft takes shape, and parts form into an aircraft. As can be seen, the major components of the fuselage, tail and nose have been mated together Vertical Stabiliser … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Emirates Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

05/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Emirates Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport as it completes the journey from Dubai International Airport. Emirates operates a fleet of 118 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A350-900, Airbus A380 and Boeing … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (4th April)

04/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

St Philip's Cathedral, Central Birmingham

We've reached the first week of April, and for those who celebrate, Easter Weekend (and for some of us, a four-day weekend). Nonetheless, this blog doesn't write itself, so it must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. New Aircraft News Abelo signs for further ATR Aircraft - three more ATR aircraft for the lessor SUM Air signs for four new ATR … [Read more...]

West Midland Metro expands operations

04/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

West Midland Metro Tram at Millenium Point - Image, West Midlands Metro

The West Midlands Metro is slowly morphing from a single line to a network. As part of its network expansion, the Metro has opened a branch between Bull Street and Millennium Point. Passenger tram services are to start running to the Millennium Point stop from Easter Sunday (5 April), connecting even more parts of Birmingham city centre to the West Midlands Metro … [Read more...]

SUM Air signs for four new ATR Aircraft

03/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

SUM Air to Order up to eight ATR Aircraft - Image, ATR Aircraft

SUM Air, a regional carrier based in South Korea, has opened its wallet to purchase new ATR Aircraft. The airline has placed an order for four brand‑new ATR 72‑600 aircraft, along with four additional purchase rights, with deliveries scheduled from 2028. The agreement was signed during the France–Korea bilateral economic forum held in Seoul, attended by the French … [Read more...]

Recaro Aircraft Seating showcases its first certified “More Sustainable” seating… with Iberia

02/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Iberia R Sphere (R2) Seats - Image, Recaro Aircraft Seating

RECARO Aircraft Seating has announced an innovative trial with Iberia. Set to launch in one of the Iberia A320neo cabins this spring, passengers may recognise more sustainable seating features in their hybrid cabin equipped with R1 and R2 economy class seating. As part of a RECARO offered modification kit, 186 seats will be installed in a selected A320neo cabin for a … [Read more...]

Easter Rail Travel Advice. Plan before you go!

01/04/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Switches and crossings general picture - Image, Network Rail

It's fast coming up to the Easter Weekend. And as usual,  there are some major works occurring across the UK National Rail Network. Whilst the majority of the UK  rail network will be open for passengers travelling over the Easter bank holiday weekend, there are some major works going on on main lines over the break. West Coast Main Line Once again, there … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways expands operations out of Doha, with further services restarting

01/04/2026 by Kevincm

Qatar Airways Airbus A350-900 climbing out of Manchester Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Qatar Airways is further strengthening its network, with plans to operate 120 destinations from its home hub of Hamad International Airport (Doha). This is an uplift from the previous 90 destinations, with these new operations planned until the 15th June. As usual, these services will be subject to operation through the through dedicated flight corridors, which may be … [Read more...]

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  • Malaysia Airlines expands Asian and long haul operations
  • Brussels Airlines extends its ice cream partnership with Ralph & Roxy’s in all long haul travel classes
  • KLM first Airbus A350 enters the Final Assembly Line
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  • Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (4th April)

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