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Airplane Art – KLM Cityhopper Embraer E195-E2 at Hamburg Airport

04/12/2022 by Kevincm

"KLM Cityhopper Embraer E195-E2 at Hamburg Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art.  This week, we have a KLM Cityhopper Embraer E195-E2 at Hamburg Airport, as it is turned around for the return trip back to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.  KLM Cityhopper is the regional arm of KLM, operating services to the UK and Europe from its Amsterdam Schiphol hub. The airline has 11 aircraft in its … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (3/4th December)

03/12/2022 by Kevincm

a large crowd of people outside a building

It's that time of the week again when I spent time sleeping instead of editing this blog. Welcome to Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. The sea of humanity in Birmingham, as the Christmas shopping season is in full swing Trip Report: Fall Fun in the Windy City And amazingly, I've made it to the end of this trip report - here are the last three segments from the … [Read more...]

Grand Union Trains gets the nod to operate London – South West Wales services

02/12/2022 by Kevincm

a train tracks with rocks and grass

Grand Union Trains has got its wish to operate services as an Open Access Operator between London Paddington and South West Wales It marks the opportunity for a new entrant to enter the rail market between the regions, taking on the current franchised rail operators which operate in the area (Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway). The access agreement will … [Read more...]

easyJet boosts its Manchester base

30/11/2022 by Kevincm

easyJet Airbus A320neo taxing at Manchester Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

easyJet is continuing with its network boosts, with Manchester getting an extra aircraft for summer 2023. The low-cost carrier will base an additional aircraft at a north of England airport, with it being the 21st aircraft to be based at Manchester. It will move in from May 2023, operating through the summer season. It brings the number of new-generation A320neo aircraft … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (26th November)

26/11/2022 by Kevincm

a statue of a couple of rabbits

It's that time of the week again when I put a bunch of links together, add witty commentary and ponder about the week ahead. Welcome to Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  The Hare and the Minotaur - Cheltenham Spa Fall Fun in the Windy City I am getting towards the end of the trip report - but some food, technology and experiences to keep you going. A … [Read more...]

ASLEF Rail Strike – Saturday 26th November – Lots of services to be impacted

25/11/2022 by Kevincm

a large building with many people walking around

For those who are planning to travel this weekend by train, you might want to think again, as ASLEF is calling out its union members on strike for the 26th of November. It's going to be another quiet day at Birmingham New Street - the 8th busiest station in the UK allegedly - Image, Economy Class and  Beyond.  The strike is affecting twelve operators (and … [Read more...]

Norse Atlantic Airways lines up its Summer 2023 operation

10/11/2022 by Kevincm

Norse Atlantic Airways Boeing 787-9 - Image, Norse Atlantic Airways

Norse Atlantic Airways has announced its Summer 2023 operation, with the first routes announced. The airline has confirmed the following, with lead-in pricing too. From Olso:  Oslo to New York JFK, three times a week, from NOK 2299 one way in economy class, including taxes. Oslo to Fort Lauderdale, twice a week, from NOK 2499 one way in economy class, … [Read more...]

Skymark Airlines of Japan to add up to 12 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

10/11/2022 by Kevincm

Skymark Airlines Announces Intent to Acquire Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes. (PRNewsfoto/Boeing)

Skymark Airlines of Japan is modernising its fleet, with plans to add up to 12 Boeing 737 MAX to join its operation. Skymark Airlines Boeing 737 MAX aircraft - Rendering, The Boeing Company.  The carrier intends to order four airplanes including the 737-8 and 737-10 variants with options for two additional jets. Separately, the airline will add six lessor-owned 737-8s … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (5th November)

05/11/2022 by Kevincm

a car driving down a wet street

We're now barrelling toward the end of the year with a frightening speed. With clocks gone back and darker nights here, it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. And for once, I had an umbrella. Colmore Row, Birmingham City Centre after a late-evening writing session. I could have gone with a Christmas market photo, but even I have limits. Trip Report: Fall … [Read more...]

STARLUX Airlines take delivery of their first Airbus A350

31/10/2022 by Kevincm

a large white airplane with a large number on the side

STARLUX Airlines have taken delivery of their first Airbus A350, making them the latest operator of the type. The aircraft is the first of 18 A350-900s to join the carrier and will fly alongside the A330neo and A321neo at the airline in an all-Airbus fleet. STARLUX has configured their new A350s in a four-class layout, featuring four suites in First Class, 26 seats … [Read more...]

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