If nothing beats a Jet2 Holiday, then for travellers flying from Gatwick, you're in for a treat, with the Jet2 Plc launching a new base at the South of London Airport. The group will launch both its flights and package holidays from the South of London airport. It marks the first major leisure airline arrival at London Gatwick since 2020 and marks the largest new-based … [Read more...]
Singapore to implement a Sustainable Air Fuel depature levy
For those departing Singapore, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) is planning to introduce a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Levy. The levy will apply to Origin-Destination traffic, cargo shipments, and general and business aviation flights departing Singapore from 1 October 2026, applicable for tickets or services sold from 1 April 2026. The levy will … [Read more...]
IndiGo and Bluebox Aviation Systems partner for A321XLR In-Flight Entertainment
For those flying on board IndiGo's Airbus A321XLRs, there's good news with the airline partnering with Bluebox Aviation Systems. IndiGo's In-Flight Entertainment, delivered with Bluebox's Blueview platform - Image, Bluebox Together, they plan to offer a next-generation digital in-flight experience. Powered by Blueview, Bluebox’s modular digital services platform, … [Read more...]
Airplane Art – Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-300ER at London Heathrow
It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-300ER resting at London Heathrow Airport on the hard stands between Terminal 3 and 5, as it is prepared for the trip back to Hong Kong International Airport. Cathay Pacific operates a fleet of 52 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its passenger widebody fleet. … [Read more...]
SNAPSHOT: British Airways 296 Chicago O’Hare to London Heathrow in World Traveller Plus (Premium Economy)
It’s time for another Snapshot, this time focusing on the passenger experience aboard British Airways 296 in World Traveller Plus (the Premium Economy Cabin) 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 into … [Read more...]
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (8th/9th November)
It's the weekend again, so it must be time for a news roundup. Yes, it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Dandelion at the Liverpool Festival of Light Snapshots Some short-form writing from your author. There is one more snapshot, which should come out on Sunday. American Airlines 87 – London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare in Main Cabin Extra … [Read more...]
Project Sunrise takes form: Qantas’s first Airbus A350-1000ULR rolls out of the Final Assembly Line
Qantas has been working with its suppliers on "Project Sunrise" - its plan to connect long-distance destinations with just one flight for some time. Well, that dream has been given form, with the first Airbus A350-1000ULR (Ultra Long Range) rolling out of the Airbus Final Assembly line. All the key airframe components, including the forward, centre and rear fuselage … [Read more...]
Aer Lingus ties up with Tesco Ireland to allow Avios conversions
In the dim and distant past, one could convert Tesco Clubcard points into Avios. That's in the past for the United Kingdom, but for those with Irish Clubcards, a new partnership has been announced. Aer Lingus and Tesco Ireland have unveiled a new partnership that offers AerClub members the opportunity to turn their Tesco Clubcard vouchers into Avios. Tesco Clubcard … [Read more...]
IAG Group select Starlink Connectivity
It's not just British Airways that is going to pick Starlink by SpaceX for its connectivity solution - most of the airlines under the International Airlines Group (IAG) are following too. IAG's order will cover a strategic investment in wi-fi connectivity for 500+ aircraft. It will cover connectivity on aircraft operated by Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, LEVEL … [Read more...]
British Airways selects Starlink for inflight connectivity
British Airways is updating its In-Flight Connectivity solutions as part of a £7 billion transformation plan, with the carrier selecting SpaceX's Starlink connectivity solution. Starlink by SpaceX is a connectivity solution that operates in Low Earth Orbit, providing high-speed, low-latency connectivity and greater coverage. The airline will start its Starlink rollout … [Read more...]
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