Economy Class & Beyond

Emirate to scale London Gatwick flights to treble A380 flights a day

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Gatwick Airport is gaining a significant boost in connectivity, as Emirates operates an Airbus A380 three times daily. Emirates Airbus A380 taking off - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The third daily A380 flight comes as the world heads into the festive season rush period, where people are seeking to be with their loved ones. The additional frequency will offer … [Read more...]

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

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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)

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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...]

easyJet boosts its Manchester base

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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)

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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...]

Norse Atlantic Airways lines up its Summer 2023 operation

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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

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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)

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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...]