Economy Class & Beyond

Avia Solutions Group signs for 40 Boeing 737-8s

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In a vote of confidence after the strikes at Boeing, Avia Solutions Group announced its first order with the company for 40 737-8s, with the potential to order 40 more later. Avia Solutions Group has 11 air operator certificates (AOC) including Avion Express, Smartlynx, Klasjet, Air Explore, BBN, Ascend Airways and Skytrans. These AOCs operate year-round in over 60 … [Read more...]

Rushing for a train in Birmingham? Make sure you’re there at least 40 seconds before departure

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We've all done it, looking up at a platform board and realising a train is about to depart within a couple of minutes.  At Birmingham New Street (one of the busier train stations outside of London), you're going to need a little more time to get to the train before departure. Looking down to Birmingham New Street Station from Grand Central  Network Rail has announced … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (9th November)

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It's that time of the week when I list links, add commentary on an otherwise grey and dull week. It's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  For the Fallen, as we head into Remembrance Sunday/Remembrance Day in the United Kingdom.  SNAPSHOTS Due to various issues this week I've been running behind on the Snapshots. Hopefully, I'll catch up next week. … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites, Rosemont IL

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Time for another Snapshot, this time focusing on a "new to me" property - the Holiday Inn/Staybridge Suites in Rosemont, near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. I’m sure you know 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 … [Read more...]

Virgin Atlantic to open London Heathrow to Cancun route

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Virgin Atlantic is plotting its return to Mexico, with the airline planning to launch a route to Cancun. The airline is planning a new route, operating three weekly flights from London Heathrow to Cancun, commencing in Winter 2025. These will launch on the 19th of October 2025, providing easy access to Central America, with onward connections provided by SkyTeam partner … [Read more...]

SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 99 London Heathrow to Chicago

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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 99 between London Heathrow and Chicago O'Hare in the Main Cabin. I’m sure you know 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 … [Read more...]

Rise Air to become the first Canadian ATR72-600 operator

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Candian operator Rise Air is set to become ATR's launch customer for the ATR72-600 in Canada. Rise Air is a 100 per cent Indigenous-owned airline that provides essential services across Saskatchewan, is upgrading its fleet with three new 68-seat ATR 72-600, becoming the Canadian launch customer for the latest generation ATR -600 series. The first aircraft is a firm … [Read more...]

Brussels Airlines next Belgian Icon is… The Atomium

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After a public contest and a panel of judges, we finally have a new Belgian Icon for Brussels Airlines. And if you've been to Brussels, you'll recognise it instantly. It's The Atomium. Thomas Faes with his winning design - Image, Brussels Airlines. The Atomium is a landmark in Brussles. It  was selected to become part of Brussels Airlines "Belgian Icon" series. It … [Read more...]