It seems the allure of running one of a bigger aircraft on an important route is a strong one, with Etihad Airway planning to bring the Airbus A380 back to New York. The double-decker jet will make its return on the Abu Dhabi to New York-JFK route from the 22nd of April 2024.  It will operate on one of the two daily Etihad flights to New York. The other daily … [Read more...]

It's the end of another week, as we close on the end of November and head full speed into the festive season. However, things go on, with us publishing Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Has anyone lost a glove? Indirect Travel Fun Week two of the trip report is very much about hotels, planes and food. Four more segments next week!  Into the USA and The … [Read more...]

As we continue to ramp up to the Thanksgiving holiday, Emirates is preparing to celebrate the festivities too both on the ground and in the air. A Thanksgiving miracle?  Emirates will be offering special menus on flights from Dubai to the USA and back between the 23-30 of November. Traditional festive fare will also be served in the lounges of Dubai, Boston, New … [Read more...]

Ah. The early morning coach.  My favourite place in the world - a National Express Coach.  Oh, I know that’s a fat lie, but there are worse lies in the world. Maybe worse truths.  Both blend into each other some days.  For me, it signifies that I’m doing something, as opposed to rolling out of bed, looking in the mirror and pondering how … [Read more...]

With the winter schedule set to commence on the 29th of October, lasting until the 31st of March, KLM is readying itself for a busy winter season. Europe Joining the European network will be Marseille, with a three times-a-day service. KLM will return to Rovaniemi (Finland) with a twice-weekly service.  this winter season too. Finally, Rennes will be served daily - … [Read more...]

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is increasing its lounge footprint - introducing its Crown Lounge concept to North America, with two locations opening. The opening of the lounge in Toronto. From left to right: Laurenske van den Heuvel (Deputy Consul General, Toronto General Consulate of Netherlands), Christina Wendland (Station Manager Toronto, Air France), … [Read more...]

It seems that Lufthansa's short to mid-haul fleet is in line for a refresh as the airline announces a cabin refit. The cabin interior refit aims to offer more space inside it to create a premium atmosphere.  Lufthansa will commence the refit in spring 2025, the company will successively equip 38 Airbus A320s already flying for Lufthansa with the new cabin. The airline has … [Read more...]

Over the past few days, Gatwick Airport has been suffering from cancellations and delays due to staff shortages.  Well, it seems action is coming - although for some people or airlines, it will involve further cancellations. The airport has taken firm action along with NATS which operates the London Gatwick air traffic control tower. The action will restrict movements and … [Read more...]

There are more orders afoot today, with Air France-KLM Group announcing they're pressing the accelerator on their fleet renewal. Air France Airbus A350-900 arriving at Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The group is signing initially for 50 Airbus A350 family aircraft - with purchase rights for 40 additional aircraft - to accelerate the renewal of its … [Read more...]

With people hitting the Pumpkin Spice hard (your author excluded), it's time for Delta Air Lines to show its hand for its European Summer 2024 operation. It might involve a few Boeng 767-300ERs.  From New York JFK Delta will add Naples, Italy to the network from the 23rd May 2024 with a daily service. This is a useful gateway to the Amalfi coast and popular sites like … [Read more...]