Economy Class & Beyond

DEEP DIVE: The A321XLR interior demonstrator – glimpses of a near future 

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With the Airbus A321XLR (the extra long-range version of the A321neo) coming along very shortly, Airbus showed off a cabin demonstrator of the possibilities of the type at Aircraft Interiors Expo. As the A321XLR clears a major certification hurdle, what can we look forward to seeing aboard? The A321XLR demostrator has been set up in a 2 and half-class configuration … [Read more...]

Airbus receives EASA type authorisation for the A321XLR

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Some big news as we head into the run-up to Farnborough, with Airbus receiving Type Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the Airbus A321XLR. Florian Guillermet, Executive Director of EASA handing over the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR to Isabelle Bloy, Airbus A321XLR Chief Engineer. Photo: EASA This certification covers the … [Read more...]

Examining MAYA by Collins Aerospace and Panasonic Avionics – the next step forward in seating?

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If there was one seat that brought the "wow" factor at Aircraft Interiors Expo this year, it was the Collins Aerospace and Panasonic Avionics MAYA concept. Now that the show is long over and I've had time to think - what does it bring to the table that will really set things apart from the completion? Let's start with the IFE side, where the technology side that … [Read more...]

ITA Airways kicks off its status match programme

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It seems that Status Matches are running rife at the moment, with ITA Airways being the next to offer a match. ITA Airways is targeting international frequent flyers with this match, with the offer open to those who hold addresses outside Italy. 19 airlines have been targeted with the status match.  You can find the list and what you can match … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Exploring Passenger Innovation in a rush – Into Hamburg and The Ibis Budget, St Pauli

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Into Germany The IBIS Budget, Hamburg St Pauli/Repherbahn Exploring the latest in passenger experience… in a rush. Planning is Overrated. Other People’s Plans, Doubly So Flixing over to London and the joy of the Elizabeth Line British Airways North and South lounges BA974 London Heathrow to Hamburg Airport (Club Europe) Into Hamburg, The IBIS Budget, Hamburg … [Read more...]

Recaro shows off the R Sphere – A seat with sustainable materials, as well as a glimpse of the future?

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At Aircraft Interiors Expo 2024, Recaro Aircraft Seating showed off their Crystal Cabin Award nominated seat - R Sphere.  Let's take a look, as there is a lot here to digest - and consider for the future of seating. Sustainability is a big thing in aviation as the industry seeks to decarbonise. But what about the interiors and seats? It's all to easy to use a … [Read more...]

Boeing pulls in pre-Farnborough Orders

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With next week being the Farnborough Air Show - Boeing is planning a much more muted presence than in previous years. However, the first sets of orders have arrived for the company. Time to dive in. Lessor Aviation Capital Group finalised an order for 35 737 MAX Boeing and Aviation Capital Group LLC announced the lessor has finalised an order for 35 737 MAX jets, … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT: Exploring Passenger Innovation in a rush – BA974 London Heathrow to Hamburg Airport (Club Europe)

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BA974 London Heathrow to Hamburg (Club Europe) Exploring the latest in passenger experience… in a rush. Planning is Overrated. Other People’s Plans, Doubly So Flixing over to London and the joy of the Elizabeth Line British Airways North and South lounges BA974 London Heathrow to Hamburg Airport (Club Europe) Into Hamburg, The IBIS Budget, Hamburg St … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Iberia Airbus A330-200 arriving at London Heathrow

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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 arriving at London Heathrow after the short hop from Madrid. Iberia operates a fleet of 14 Airbus A330-200 (the range-optimised version of the classic A330ceo aircraft) in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates the A330-300 and Airbus A350-900 in its … [Read more...]