Kevincm, Author at Economy Class & Beyond

British Airways reopens its Concorde Room Lounges at Heathrow and New York-JFK

01/09/2021 by Kevincm

In a major operational expansion, British Airways is opening up its Concorde Room lounges at New York JFK airport and Heathrow Terminal 5. The Concorde Room is reserved for those passengers who are flying in First. Both reopen today, 1st of Setempber The lounges were both closed in March 2020, with the JFK lounge reopening in August. To coincide with both Concorde … [Read more...]

First new train for the Liverpool City Region handed over – Enter the Class 777

01/09/2021 by Kevincm

The Liverpool City Region has taken delivery of its first new train - the Class 777 by Stadler. The new Class 777 with Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram - Image, Merseytravel. It marks the first of 53 trains that are to be delivered and handed over to Liverpool City Region, who in turn will lease them to the operator of Merseyrail services. At the … [Read more...]

Jet2.com to order Airbus A320neo aircraft

31/08/2021 by Kevincm

It seems the prefered airline of Jess Glynne - - Jet2.com - is ordering new aircraft - and this time from Airbus. Jet2 Airbus A321neo - Rendering Airbus. Jet2.com is adding 36 Airbus A321neo aircraft to its fleet, in a major move away from Boeing. The order reflects Jet2.com’s ambitious fleet expansion and renewal plans. Engine selection will be made … [Read more...]

Lufthansa introduces new Short-Haul Business Class Catering

31/08/2021 by Kevincm

Whilst we've been enamoured with the adventures of FlySoPlane and his home Airline Kitchen series, Lufthansa is preparing its new business class catering concept. Let us see what is on offer. Short haul meal-time changes - Image, Lufthansa The new concept is called "Tasting HEIMAT". Or what Lufthansa calls the taste of home. It is being rolled out … [Read more...]

Latest UK Green/Amber/Red Travel Lists changes go into effect

29/08/2021 by Kevincm

It's that time again - 4 am in the morning has passed, so the latest changes to the UK Government's Red, Amber and Green Lists have gone into effect. To remind you, here are the latest changes to the lists: Countries moved to the Green List: Canada – https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/canada Denmark … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Air Canada Boeing 777-300ER departing Frankfurt Airport

29/08/2021 by Kevincm

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Air Canada Boeing 777-300ER in the classic "Ice Blue livery" departing Frankfurt Airport as it heads back to its Canadian homeland. Air Canada operates a fleet of 19 Boeing 777-300ER in its long-haul fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A330-300, Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (29th August)

29/08/2021 by Kevincm

It's that time of the week again to wrap everything up into a tidy bundle and call it time. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. The highlight of my week - Starbucks at Newport Pagnell services, The M1. Travel Restrictions UK Green/Amber/Red Lists updated: Seven Countries go Green, Two go Red - More changes ahead. Check before you book and … [Read more...]

The First Air France Airbus A220 takes to the air

28/08/2021 by Kevincm

Airbus is making progress on Air France's first Airbus A220, with it completing its maiden flight. The first flight was carried out on Thursday 26 August. The Airbus A220, sporting the Air France colours, made its first flight This test flight, known as a production flight, is the final part of the assembly phase and represents a major milestone before the Airbus … [Read more...]

UK Green/Amber/Red Lists updated: Seven Countries go Green, Two go Red

26/08/2021 by Kevincm

Her Majesties Government and its Department for Transport has been updating its travel list, with some changes in the Green, Amber and Red Lists. Let us check in on the changes. Countries moving to the Green List Canada - https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/canada Denmark - https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/denmark Finland - … [Read more...]

Turkish Airlines adds Dallas Fort Worth to its network

25/08/2021 by Kevincm

Turkish Airlines continues its network growth, with the airline adding Dallas Fort Worth to its network. Turkish Airlines Boeing 787-9 - Image, Turkish Airlines. The Dallas Fort Worth route will increase Turkish Airlines coverage to 11 destinations in the United States of America. It will also be the second destination that Turkish Airlines will operate to in Texas. The … [Read more...]