Economy Class & Beyond

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (12th August)

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It's still just about Saturday, I've just come in from a day trip to Dublin and realised that I haven't written much today. It must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. So, Guess which airline I flew today.  Trip Report - Back to Innovation, Back to Hamburg And the final two chapters from this trip report. I've got new writing to do, … [Read more...]

Another weekend of no Piccadilly Line Trains to Heathrow

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Ah, it's summer. This means it's time for more engineering works on the Piccadilly Line connecting Heathrow to Central London. This weekend, the Piccadilly Line line will be shut between Hammersmith/Acton Town and Heathrow. Between 0045 and 0445 on Saturday 12th August there will be no service (night tube) between Hammersmith and Heathrow (all terminals).  Bus PL1 … [Read more...]

Lego Concorde is coming on the 7th September!

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For those that like building, as well as a classic aircraft, there is good news as Lego is preparing to release a Concorde model under the "Lego Icons" umbrella. I'm not going into the history of this aircraft - it's very well documented already. This model will depict Concorde in her roll-out and first-flight livery before deliveries commend to British Airways and Air … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific readies itself for up to 32 A320neo family aircraft

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The Cathay Pacific Group is readying to grow its fleet, with the airline intending to purchase up to 32 Airbus A321neo and A320neo aircraft. The move comes as it continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet, and growing flight connectivity at the Hong Kong international aviation hub. This will bring the Group’s new aircraft deliveries to more than … [Read more...]

Etihad Airways to boost its network for Winter 2023

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As the Summer season continues in full swing, Etihad Airways is planning a major expansion for the winter season. The airline is planning to add further destinations to its network, to provide more options and flexibility, with some services retimed whilst others will gain extra frequencies. Etihad has already announced the launch of nine new destinations this year, … [Read more...]

Ethiopian Airlines adds London Gatwick to its winter destinations

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Gatwick Airport is continuing to attract long-haul routes, with a route to Addis Ababa due to start this winter. This will increase the choice of long-haul destinations operated from Gatwick Airport. Ethiopian Airlines will operate the service to Addis Ababa. The new route will operate three times per week from 21 November, with tickets on sale. It is … [Read more...]

Emirates unveils its Autumn/Winter Amenity Kits

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It seems even amenity kits now have seasons, with Emirates unveiling new Bulgari amenity kits for the Autumn/Winter season in First and Business Class travellers. Let us dive in to see what's being offered. Business Class The Business Class range offers two bag shapes, a pouch and a classic toiletry bag silhouette, both made from vegan leather in a standout … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Iberia Airbus A330-200 landing at London Heathrow Airport

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Iberia Airbus A330-200 landing at London Heathrow Airport after a short hop from Madrid (with an Air China Boeing 777-300ER parked at the cargo terminal). Iberia operates a fleet of 13 Airbus A330-200 (the range-optimised variant) in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates … [Read more...]