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Lufthansa to take a cut to First Class Cabins

21/02/2013 by Kevincm

Lufthansa is to take an axe to some of its first class seats aboard its international services by 25% according to Bloomberg. The cuts will be targeted in two ways - on certain routes (such as Vancouver) and plane classes (Airbus A340-300 and Boeing 747-400). Chief Executive Officer Christoph Franz says: "They’ll serve routes where there is simply no more demand for … [Read more...]

Etihad buddies up with… Kenya Airways

21/02/2013 by Kevincm

It seems today is "talk about Etihad day" as they announce a a  "strategic partnership" with Kenya Airways. The partnership will involve codeshared services and a new service between Nairobi and Abu Dhabi to be operated by Kenya Airways 3 times a week in addition to Etihads current service. Etihad will have 27 extra destinations covered by Kenya Airways (and the EY flight … [Read more...]

Etihad/KLM Codeshares increase

21/02/2013 by Kevincm

Etihad and KLM co-operation is increasing over the summer timetable with more routes having KL and EY flight codes added. The codeshares will be applied in two tranches with the first set going live from 31st March 2013 KLM codes on Etihad operated flights: Abu Dhabi – Muscat Abu Dhabi – Singapore – Brisbane Etihad codes on KLM operated flights: Amsterdam – … [Read more...]

787 Watch: Batteries in the ANA 787 incident showed signs of swelling

20/02/2013 by Kevincm

Time to turn our attention back to the 787, and to the issues with batteries that the class is having. Investigators in Japan have been analysing the lithium-ion battery that powers the auxiliary power unit (APU) have revealed swelling in two of the eight cells - as well the main battery aboard the plane (also Li-ion) failed and overheated too. Investigators have been … [Read more...]

Lufthansa opens a tender for new aircraft – 100 narrowbodies, 8 Widebodies…

19/02/2013 by Kevincm

... and it doesn't take a genius to work out both Boeing and Airbus will be in the picture for the order Lufthansa's supervisory board has given clearance for negotiations to begin with the aircraft manufactures for the 100 narrow-body aircraft (single isle) and 8 wide-body (twin isle) aircraft. Which way Lufthansa goes will be an interesting question - In terms of fleet … [Read more...]

British Airways to follow KLM – Charges for Hold Luggage on Gatwick Shorthaul Routes

19/02/2013 by Kevincm

a screenshot of a flight

Following on the heels of KLM, British Airways has launched "Hand Baggage Only Fares" Initially you'll be able to buy these fares on the following routes from today for travel from the 26th February: Amsterdam Dubrovnik Jersey Tunis Turin How do these fare stack up? I've done some screen grabs: London Gatwick to Amsterdam London Gatwick to Jersey … [Read more...]

Iberia strike continues

19/02/2013 by Kevincm

Well day 1 of the Iberia strike has passed, and we're now into day 2 of it. Firstly, today's listed cancellations are at here (from Iberia.com). Meanwhile protests by striking workers have been met with riot police at Madrid, adding extra chaos to the situation by blocking access roads to the airport. Iberia is faced with high costs, and is trying to cut them via the … [Read more...]

Accor Hotels offer double cashback via Quidco

18/02/2013 by Kevincm

For those of us who use Quidco*** for cashback purposes and for booking hotels, they have a good offer with Accor Hotels***  than can really slash the cost of hotel stays (especially if you're a member of Le Club which then gets you the lovely points). The magic numbers you're looking for are: 3% for Etap Hotel, HotelF1 and Formule 1  * 3% for Ibis Budget 7.5% for … [Read more...]

Iberia Strike: Commenced

18/02/2013 by Kevincm

If you're planning to fly Iberia over the next 5 days (18th to 22nd February), be aware that proposed strike by union members support Iberia staff has gone into effect. The updated lists from Iberia.com show the following cancellations: List of Iberia flights cancelled on February 18 List of Iberia flights cancelled on February 19 List of Iberia flights … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – United Express Dash-8 Q200

17/02/2013 by Kevincm

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art. This week, in the winter sun is a United Express Bombardier Dash-8 Q200 taking off from Newark International Airport The image is clickable if you want to see a larger version – and yes you can keep them for your desktops! More airplane art next week! … [Read more...]

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