Economy Class & Beyond

SAS announces a long-term partnership with Braathens Regional Airways

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It seems that Scandinavian Airlines is seeking extra capacity, whilst providing capacity core regional networks. To this, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and Braathens Regional Airways (BRA) have announced the signing of a long-term wet lease partnership aimed at securing reliable and efficient domestic air connectivity within Sweden. Under the terms of the wet lease … [Read more...]

SAS to return to Seattle

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With SAS now firmly in the SkyTeam Alliance, it has announced its first new long-haul route - and for those who love North America, you'll love this - with Seattle joining the network. With Seattle added to the network, SAS will offer nonstop flights to 11 North American gateways, further enhancing its global connectivity from Copenhagen Airport, serving as a key … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT – Jetstar Asia 3K513 Singapore Changi to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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It’s time for another Snapshot, looking at the passenger experience on Jetstar Asia 3K513 between Singapore Changi to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. I’m sure you’re all aware of how I do this travel writing thing by now. But for those reading this for the first time, I have two major travel writing styles: Trip Reports – These are full deep-dive reports taking you into the … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways goes double daily between Doha and Amsterdam

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It seems demand is a thing for Qatar Airways, with the airline adding an extra four frequencies to Amsterdam.  Qatar Airways Boeing 787 at Hamad International Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The net result will be a double-daily service between Hamad International Airport in Doha to Amsterdam Schipol Airport for the majority of the winter season. The four … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (14th September)

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We're almost halfway through September already, as the month flies by. But let us take the time to look back, with my weekly review. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Mentally, I'm still in Helsinki. Looking down Aleksanterinkatu at Sunset Snapshots Two Snapshots from my recent trip. A few more are due out next week too, provided I can get myself … [Read more...]

United Airlines to rollout Starlink In-flight Connectivity

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It seems that Starlink - the Low Earth Orbit connectivity solution by SpaceX has picked up a new aviation customer, with United Airlines signing for installations across its fleet. The agreement will be one the largest that Starlink has signed - which will cover over 1,000 aircraft installations. United Airlines passengers will soon enjoy the same high-speed, … [Read more...]

British Airways to add capacity to six North American routes for Summer 2025

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As Summer 2024 fades away into the memories, British Airways is lining up its plans for North America for Summer 2025. The airline plans to operate a record number of flights from London to the US, Canada and Mexico in Summer 2025, offering more than 400 direct flights per week during its peak weeks, including 26 US cities. When arriving in the US, its passengers can … [Read more...]

Turkish Airlines to add a connection to Sydney, Austraila

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Turkish Airlines is stretching its wings further, with the airline planning to launch a service to Sydney, Austraila. The new service will start on the 5th of December 2024, operating four times a week. The service to Sydney will operate initially via Kula Lumpur International Airport (Malaysia), with the intention of the route being converted into a non-stop service at … [Read more...]