With the Airbus A350XWB now being operated in earnest by Qatar Airways, it's almost time for another airline to get the bunting out as it prepares welcome a new aircraft in the fleet - this time it's Vietnam Airlines. Airbus took Vietnam Airlines first A350-900 out for its first flight. Vietnam Airlines A350-900 First flight - Image, Airbus Vietnam Airlines will be … [Read more...]
Qatar Airways Airbus A350s – to Philadelphia and beyond….
Qatar Airways have been working with their Airbus A350s as they shuttle passengers back and forth between Doha and Frankfurt. Well, it seems the true use of these new aircraft is coming to the fore as they announce new routes for the Airbus A350 - and all three routes will be to the United States of America. Qatar Airways Airbus A350 - Image, Airbus. So here's the list of … [Read more...]
Berlin Brandenburg Airport … Second half of 2017 (maybe???)
Lets go back to one of the biggest comedy pieces in aviation for some time. I'm not referring to delays of entry into service of new planes or even updates of planes... I'm of course referring to the biggest comedy of all... Berlin Brandenburg Airport. The catalogue of errors make for a lesson in planning and budgeting. Originally meant to be open in 2011, this airport that … [Read more...]
KLM outlines its Boeing 787-9 operation plans
As one operator adds more Boeing 787-9 operated routes, another operator begins its preperation to add the type into its fleet. KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines - have outlined their operation plans for the 787-9, with operations due to commence at the beginning of the Winter timetable on the 25th October 2015. Part of the KLM Boeing 787-9 Seatmap - Image, KLM via KLM.comThe … [Read more...]
Easyjet announces denser seating from May 2016
It seems EasyJet is joining the ultra-dense party, with something buried in their latest results for the period of the last six months. Easyjet Airbus A319 at Birmingham Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The line in the release should cause those who have long legs or want extra legroom shiver in fear: Or for those who wish to read the text: <From May 2016 all … [Read more...]
United Airlines plans its 787-9 deployment from Houston
With United Airlines bringing more Boeing 787-9 aircraft online, the airline is outlining its plans for the deployment of the larger 787s from its Houston Intercontinental hub. United Airlines Boeing 787-9 - Image, (c) The Boeing Company Six routes will be switched over in the Autumn of 2015, starting in August and through to March 2016 (and yes - we're now talking about … [Read more...]
Avianca confirms its order for 100 Airbus A320neo aircraft
Earlier this week, Avianca has firmed up its order with Airbus for 100 Airbus A320neo family aircraft Avianca Airbus A321neo and A320neo - Rendering, Airbus. Avianca signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus in February and have converted it into an order for A320neo family (including the A321neo, A320neo and A319neo). This brings the total A320neo family … [Read more...]
Bombardier confirms Swiss will be the first CSeries operator
Bombardier has confirmed at long last who the first operator of the CSeries aircraft will be... and it will be Swiss International Airlines. Swiss International Airlines Bombardier CSeries. Rendering - Bombardier. The Bombardier CSeries programme has been through major ups and downs - however, it seems Bombardier is buckling down on the programme, with the manufacturer … [Read more...]
United juggles its fleet, signs on for Boeing 777-300ERs
United Airlines updated its first quarter guidance yesterday, and whilst there was talk of profit, there was also some interesting news about the fleet movements in the airline. United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER landing at Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The biggest note of interest is that United will swap 10 of its 787 orders for 10 Boeing 777-300ER … [Read more...]
EasyJet takes delivery of its 250th Airbus Aircraft
Easyjet continue to swell their Airbus fleet with the delivery of the 250th Airbus A320 family aircraft. EasyJet 250th Airbus A320 family aircraft - Image, Airbus. The 250th Airbus A320 Family aircraft EasyJet has taken delivery of is the lead member of the family - the A320 - equipped with Sharklets and a unique paint job towards the rear of the fuselage - the number … [Read more...]
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