Economy Class & Beyond

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (17th February)

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It's that time of the week again when I try to put links together, add witty commentary and try to make sense of the week. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  Winter cold and flu have finally arrived at Economy Class and Beyond towers. Whoopeee do.  TRIP REPORT: Polishing Silver The first three parts have managed to sneak across the finish line this week … [Read more...]

T’Way Air to kick off its first international route to Zagreb

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It seems that South Korean airline T'Way Air is starting to accelerate its plans to serve Europe - while aiding Asiana Airlines and Korean Air in the process. T'Way Air's first European destination will be Zagreb, Croatia. The airline plans to serve the Croatian capital three times a week from the 16th of May. The planned timetable is below: Route Flight … [Read more...]

Akasa Air plots its first international route – Off to Doha

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Indian carrier Akasa Air is set to expand its operations, with the airline planning to start its first international service - connecting Mumbai and Doha, Qatar. Asaka Air Boeing 737-8, Image, Akasa Air.  The new service will operate four times a week, connecting Mumbai and Doha together. The planned timetable is as … [Read more...]

Transport for London rebrands its London Overground lines

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The London Overground, whilst useful as a transport connection around the capital, can be confusing for some people, given the orange spiral of sometimes non-interconnected lines. Thus, it's time for a big rebrand, with the six lines of the Overground getting new names (akin to how all the London Underground lines have names). The new London Overground - Image, … [Read more...]

KLM revises its paintwork for the upcoming Airbus A321neo as it firm up its deployment plans

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As KLM prepares to begin the switch from Boeing 737s to the Airbus A321neo family, a new variant of the KLM paintwork has been released. According to the airline, the new livery – is both eye-catching and practical. The dark line separating KLM’s trademark blue and white swoops farther down, rendering the nosedome completely blue. This will ensure that, in the event of … [Read more...]

Emirates goes all red for Valentines Day

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I'm sure one of the first things you think of about romance is "How can I fill the pockets of an airline, whilst declaring love for another". Well for those of you who do, Emirates is getting some things ready for the 14th of February. Although I'm sure they'll be happy with you spending money with them any time of year. On Valentine’s Day, Emirates customers in all … [Read more...]