Economy Class & Beyond

UK Airports get an extension to new Security Scanner installation deadline

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It seems that the big airports are having trouble meeting the deadline to upgrade their security scanners in the United Kingdom. So much so, that the UK government has extended the deadline beyond the initial June 2024. We can hope they can get this done, so we all can get on a fast track - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. So, there was a plan... allegedly The scanners … [Read more...]

Croatia Airlines to fit Panasonic Avionics Wi-Fi aboard its Airbus A220

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Croatia Airlines will be adding inflight connectivity for the first time, with them selecting Panasonic Avionics Ku-band connectivity equipment. Croatian Airlines portal - Image, Panasonic Avioincs.  The airline has committed to outfitting its fleet with Wi-Fi capabilities for the first time ever, through the installation of Panasonic Avionics’ Ku-band satellite … [Read more...]

Virgin Atlantic to double its operations to Mumbai

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Virgin Atlantic seems to be pushing hard into the Indian market, with the airline planning to double its flights to Mumbai. The new flight is the airline’s fifth daily service to India and complements its double daily services to Delhi and recently launched flights to Bengaluru. It will commence on the 27 October 2024, with tickets on sale from Wednesday 10th April. … [Read more...]

Malaysia Airlines to use the CL3810 Seat on their new Airbus A330neo

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We're getting more details about the interiors for Malaysia Airlines new Airbus A330neos - with Recaro Aircraft Seating supplying the long-haul economy seats. Recaro CL3810 aboard a Malaysia Airlines A330neo - Image, Recaro Aircraft Seating Reecaro has supplied its latest-generation long-haul seat - the CL3810 to Malaysia Airlines. The carrier will be the first to … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 87 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra)

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It's time for a new series of Snapshots for a new trip. This one will look at the passenger experience aboard American Airlines 87 between London Heathrow and Chicago O'Hare in Main Cabin Extra. 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 – … [Read more...]

Korean Air finalises its Airbus A350 order

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It seems the intention to order has turned into a firm order, with Korean Air ordering 33 Airbus A350 aircraft.    Korean Air Airbus A350 - Rendering, Airbus.  The firm order covers 33 of the Airbus A350 family. The confirmed  split is:   27 A350-1000 (the stretch variant) 6A350-900 (the launch variant)  Airbus notes the additional range of the A350 will allow the … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – British Airways Boeing 777-200ER at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

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It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a British Airways Boeing 777-200ER at Chicago O’Hare International Terminal 5, as the aircraft begins to load its passengers for the trip back to London Heathrow. British Airways operates a fleet of 43 Boeing 777-200ER aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates the … [Read more...]

UK Passport prices to rise on 11th April

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There's been a lot in the news for those who hold the older UK "marron" style passports, and their validity in Europe (specifically the 10 years + 9-month carryover). However, we're going into the one thing most articles have glossed over - the price of passports, and that they're on the way up. Again. It doesn’t matter if it’s black or blue it’s still going to cost you … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (30th March)

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We've hit the long Easter weekend - but as it's Saturday, it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Unto the maelstrom - Liverpool Street Central Line station.  It's been a quiet week since I got back from the USA. In addition, we're in the run-up to Easter... and as such, it is much quieter than normal out there.  One to remember If you're in the UK or … [Read more...]