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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...]

ITA Airways joins Star Alliance

31/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

ITA Airways joins Star Alliance - Image, Star Alliance

In a move surprising exactly no one, ITA Airways has formally joined Star Alliance. ITA Airways marked its entry into the Alliance during a ceremony held at the Piazza di Spagna Lounge, Rome Fiumicino Airport Terminal 3. The ceremony was presided over by ITA Airways Chief Executive Officer and General Manager Joerg Eberhart, Star Alliance Chief Executive Officer Theo … [Read more...]

Abelo signs for further ATR Aircraft

31/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Abelo ATR72-600 - Image, ATR Aircraft

Leading turboprop lessor Abelo has confirmed that will take up three additional ATR 72-600 from options from the agreement signed at the Dubai Airshow in 2023, from ATR Aircraft. This order further strengthens Abelo’s commitment to modern, efficient regional aviation as it expands its order book. With these three additional options now exercised, Abelo has ordered 36 … [Read more...]

Air France launches London Gatwick to Paris Charles de Gaulle service

31/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Air France launches London Gatwick to Paris CDG services -Image, Air France

Air France has launched a new twice-daily service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and London Gatwick. The new route is operated by an Airbus A220, strengthening Air France’s commitment to enhancing connectivity between the United Kingdom and the airline’s global network, allowing passengers from the South of England and London to easily access Paris and beyond. The … [Read more...]

Bluebox Aviation Systems launches a partnership with Tigerair Taiwan

30/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Bluebox Aviation Systems has announced a new partnership with Tigerair Taiwan to introduce a wireless in-flight entertainment experience on its aircraft. This will be deployed across the airline’s 17 Airbus A320 aircraft, allowing passengers to experience content in the sky. The deployment will be powered by Bluebox Wow, a battery-powered portable wireless system, … [Read more...]

Lumo unveils its first Class 222 in its house colours

30/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Lumo Class 222 - Image, Lumo

Lumo is working hard in the background as it prepares its Stirling to London route launch, planned for Spring 2026. To this end, the train company has unveiled its first Class 222 Trainset in its house colours. The refurbishment work is being undertaken by Alstom’s modernisation facility in Widnes, in association with Beacon Rail. The trains feature a striking new livery … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Air India Airbus A350-900 taking off from London Heathrow Airport

29/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Air India Airbus A350-900 taking off from London Heathrow 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 Air India Airbus A350-900 rotating and taking off from London Heathrow Airport as it begins its journey back to India. Air India operates a fleet of six Airbus A350-900 aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 787-8 and … [Read more...]

Aer Lingus activates its first Starlink-connected aircraft

29/03/2026 by Kevincm

Aer Lingus launches Starlink connectivity on its flights - Image, Aer Lingus

IAG Airline Aer Lingus has followed British Airways and has introduced flights operating with Starlink connectivity. Flight EI105, which departed on the 29th March, operating the Dublin to New York JFK route are the first to experience the new connectivity technology, which enables customers in every cabin to seamlessly access free, fast, reliable internet for streaming, … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (28th March)

28/03/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Cloud Gate, Millennium Park, Chicago

We're coming to the end of March, and for those of us in Europe, the clocks go forward tonight (so, one hour less in bed). But things go on as usual here, so it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Mentally, I'm here still. Physically, I'm in the coffee shop, still trying to wake up at the time of writing - Cloud Gate, Millennium Park, Chicago.  Routes and … [Read more...]

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