Economy Class & Beyond

Airbus extends the range of the A220 family

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At the Airbus Innovation Day, the company announced a change to the Airbus A220 family, with the type's range being extended by 450nm. Airbus A220-100 and A220-300 - Rendering, Airbus. The extra 450nm version will be offered from the second half of 2020. This is offered in tandem with an increased maximum take-off weight (MTOW). This set to increase by 2,268 kg (2.3 … [Read more...]

Virgin Atlantic to return to Mumbai

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With the Jet Airways implosion fresh in our minds still, others are seeking to fill the capacity - such as Mumbai. Virgin Atlantic joining the party, with the airline planning to operate services to Mumbai from 27th October 2019. Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 at Terminal 3 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. Virgin Atlantic is resuming the route after a break of four … [Read more...]

Japan Airlines first Airbus A350 takes to the air

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Another carrier’s new A350 takes to the air for the first time - with the first of Japan Airlines Airbus A350 fleet taking to their air on its maiden flight. Japan Airlines Airbus A350-900 on its maiden flight - Image Airbus The first A350-900 completed its maiden flight in Toulouse, France. The A350-900 is the first aircraft to be produced by Airbus for the airline and … [Read more...]

Ryanair delays Boeing 737 MAX entry into service

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Ryanair announced it's full years results today. Buried in that guidance was the plans for its upcoming Boeing 737 MAX fleet. Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX 8 200 - Image, The Boeing Company As we all know the Boeing 737 MAX remains grounded worldwide, pending re-certification by aviation authorities after the two crashes of the type. This has had a major impact in the … [Read more...]

UK ePasssport Gates open up to more seven nationalities from 20th May 2019

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For those coming to the UK from certain countries outside the European Union, it can be a royal pain waiting in line to clear UK immigration. Well, for seven nationalities - they will now be able to clear the UK Border using ePassport gates. ePassport Gates at London Heathrow Terminal 5 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. From 20th May (today), visitors to the UK … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Korean Air Boeing 777-300ER approaching Chicago O’Hare

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art. This week, we have a Korean Air Boeing 777-300ER on final approach to Chicago O'Hare International as it completed the long flight from Seoul Inchoen to the Windy City. Korean Air operates 25 Boeing 777-300ER's as part of its diversified long haul fleet. These are supported by Airbus A330-200, … [Read more...]

Last Week on Economy Class and Beyond (18th May)

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We've reached another Sunday by some luck, so it must be time for look back at Last Week on Economy Class and Beyond Continuing the series "Walking around Birmingham", we come to The Knife Angel - made up of knifes handed in to collection boxes and confiscated by the Police - bringing awareness about Knife Crime in the United Kingdom, and that something needs to be done … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: More Pleasure, More Business – Life is in many parts

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Life is in many parts More Pleasure, More Business In this divided trip report Part One: The Pleasure Part 1 - The Pleasure Two o'clock in the morning. I love this time of day. Honestly. The Cathay Pacific, American Airlines Lounges... and a five-hour delay AA87 London Heathrow to Chicago O'Hare International (Premium Economy) Crowne Plaza O'Hare A … [Read more...]

ATR and partners try to deliver “The Perfect Flight” for eco-aviation

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ATR and partners have been working together to deliver what normally is a typical day to day flight between Halmstad City airport to Stockholm Bromma airport into a "Perfect Flight’" that focuses on reducing carbon emissions. Braathens Regional Airlines ATR 72-600, Image, ATR The "perfect flight" brought together ATR Aircaft, Braathens Regional Airlines, Air BP and … [Read more...]