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PARIS AIR SHOW DAY 3 Daily Digest: There be orders… and surprises too…

18/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

STARLUX Airbus A350 - Rendering, Airbus

It's time for Economy Class and Beyond's Daily Digest from the Paris Air Show, with most companies remembering they're at an Air Show, as Day 3 has come to a close. As usual, we'll be running this in Alphabetical Order, with the major airframers first, then everyone else. Airbus MNG Airlines signs MoU for two A350Fs MNG Airlines, based in Türkiye, has become the latest … [Read more...]

Iberia plans towards 2030 with a lot of annoucements and fleet growth

18/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Iberia Tails - Image, Iberia

IAG's Spanish arm - Iberia - is planning a lot for its growth and has presented its plans for the next few years. Its new blueprint - 2030 Flight Plan - calls for a fair amount of investment, with €6000 million being invested to deliver it.  Let's break down what they plan to do. Fleet Growth is the name of the game, with Iberia intending to increase its long-haul … [Read more...]

PARIS AIR SHOW DAY 2 Daily Digest: Quiet amongst the Chalets…

17/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Ethiopan Airlines DHC6-300G Twin Otter Classic

It's time for Economy Class and Beyond's Daily Digest Coverage from the Paris Air Show. There are... some headlines to get through for Day 2, but don't get comfortable. If you're into single-shotting your drinks, this should be a quick one today. As usual, we'll be running this in Alphabetical Order, with the major airframers first, then everyone … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific launches its Munich route, as it goes into full force for the summer season

16/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 parked at Hong Kong International Airport at night - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It's a busy time for Hong Kong's home airline, as Cathay Pacific commences operations on its latest long-haul route, operating to Munich. The move comes after the launch of its seasonal flights to Rome on 5 June and ahead of its return to Brussels on 3 August. The new route operates four times a week between Hong Kong and Munich, with an Airbus A350-900 providing the … [Read more...]

PARIS AIR SHOW Daily Digest Day 1: The Day of the Airbus

16/06/2025 by Kevincm 1 Comment

LOT Polish AIrlines Airbus A220-100 and A220-300 - Image, Airbus

It's time for Economy Class and Beyond's Daily Digest Coverage from the Paris Air Show. There's plenty to get through, so get comfortable. As usual, we'll be running this in Alphabetical Order, with the major airframers first (with their comments), then everyone else, in announcement order. Airbus AviLease orders Airbus A350F freighters and A320neo Family … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Heathrow Airport

15/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at London Heathrow Airport

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at London Heathrow Airport in the early dawn, as the aircraft completes its long trip from Changi Airport. Singapore Airlines operates 22 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A350-900, … [Read more...]

One More Thing – The end of macOS on Intel Platforms

15/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Goodbye to Intel Macs - Image, Apple, via Platform State of the Union

On Monday, Apple unveiled macOS Taohe with its new design language, improved Spotlight search, among other things, at its Worldwide Developers Conference. The interesting part for owners of older Macs was in the Platform State of the Union address, which was announced after the main keynote, stating that macOS Taohe will be the last version to support Intel-based … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (14th July)

14/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Old Turn Junction on the Birmingham Old Cannel Line, Looking Towards The ICC and Bridley Place - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

  It's been another week in the world of aviation, so it's time to get to the headlines in Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond Old Turn Junction on the Birmingham Old Canal Line, Looking Towards The ICC and Bridley Place. Air India AI171 Economy Class and Beyond has not chosen to cover this event out of respect for the families of those involved. We send our … [Read more...]

SkyTeam reopens its refreshed shared lounge in Vancouver, Canada

13/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

SkyTeam lounge Vancouver - Image, SkyTeam

SkyTeam has been busy in the background and has refreshed its Shared Lounge in Vancouver, Canada. The lounge is open to SkyTeam Elite Plus, First and Business Class passengers.  The fully refurbished lounge features a refreshed modern design, upgraded furniture and an updated layout that introduces dedicated areas for relaxation or productivity. This updated … [Read more...]

ITA Airways and Lufthansa Group annouce codeshares

12/06/2025 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

ITA AIrways with other Lutfhansa Group Airways - Image, Lufthansa

As ITA Airways is further consumed by Lufthansa Group, the ties deepen - this time with long-haul codeshares. Passengers will be able to combine flights from Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Brussels Airlines with long-haul flights from ITA Airways in a single booking. The codeshare offering will go into effect from 1st July 2025. Lufthansa … [Read more...]

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  • Cathay Pacific launches its Munich route, as it goes into full force for the summer season
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