Economy Class & Beyond

Azul orders three Airbus A330-900neo aircraft to expand operations

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Azul Linhas Aéreas is in the process of expanding its fleet, with the airline firming up an order for three Airbus A330-900neo.  The order will bring the airline’s total fleet of A330neo aircraft to eight. The airline is an operator of the previous generation Airbus A330-200, as well as the current generation A350-900. Azul received the … [Read more...]

UK Competition regulators wade into Asiana and Korean Air merger

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In a move that can be described best as "eh?", the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has flagged the merger of Asiana and Korean Air as a "concern". According to the CMA, the buyout of Asiana Airlines by Korean Air could lead to higher prices for passengers flying between London and Seoul, as well as an impact on air cargo services. In the past, the route was … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 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 a Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 being towed at London Heathrow Airport. Virgin Atlantic operates a fleet of nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, with an additional five on order. The airline also operates the Airbus A330-300, Airbus A330-900neo and Boeing 787-9 in its fleet, with the … [Read more...]

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

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It's that time of the week to assemble links, make them into some sort of sense and added witty commentary. Yes, it is Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. It's Remembrance Weekend in the United Kingdom this weekend, with Remembrance Day yesterday and Remembrance Sunday tomorrow, where the nation comes together to remember those who have fallen in conflict. Also, … [Read more...]

Austrian Airlines to offer pre-ordering of short-haul food options

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With Austrian Airlines fully embracing “Buy on Board” for their short and medium-haul products, it seems they want to tempt your taste buds before departure, with the offer of preordering products before you fly. The offering is available for flights of 50 minutes or longer. The offering is what the airline calls "Austrian … [Read more...]

Norse Atlantic Airways lines up its Summer 2023 operation

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Norse Atlantic Airways has announced its Summer 2023 operation, with the first routes announced. The airline has confirmed the following, with lead-in pricing too. From Olso:  Oslo to New York JFK, three times a week, from NOK 2299 one way in economy class, including taxes. Oslo to Fort Lauderdale, twice a week, from NOK 2499 one way in economy class, … [Read more...]

Skymark Airlines of Japan to add up to 12 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

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Skymark Airlines of Japan is modernising its fleet, with plans to add up to 12 Boeing 737 MAX to join its operation. Skymark Airlines Boeing 737 MAX aircraft - Rendering, The Boeing Company.  The carrier intends to order four airplanes including the 737-8 and 737-10 variants with options for two additional jets. Separately, the airline will add six lessor-owned 737-8s … [Read more...]

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