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Norse Atlantic Airways secures Gatwick slots, but delays launch

17/03/2022 by Kevincm

a group of airplanes on a runway

There's good and bad news out of Norse Atlantic Airways today, which is worthy of more than a glance. Let us dive in. The good news is that the airline has secured slots at London Gatwick Airport - a previous hub for the airlines' forerunner Norweigan Long Haul. However, it seems events in Ukraine has pushed back the launch of the airline, as fuel … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-300ER climbing out of Chicago O’Hare

13/03/2022 by Kevincm

a plane flying in the sky

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-300 climbing out of Chicago O'Hare airport as it commences the long trip back to Istanbul. Turkish Airlines operates a fleet of 33 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its long haul fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A330-200, Airbus A330-300, … [Read more...]

Out of office

09/03/2022 by Kevincm

a view of clouds from an airplane window

I’m out of the office today. Coverage on the blog resumes much later. There maybe some travel tech reviews going live later as well as a couple of other things…. … [Read more...]

Minutes to go (the joy of early morning travel)

08/03/2022 by Kevincm

a bus parked at a bus stop

It’s just after (checks watch) 3:38am as I write this. I thought I had this travel thing down to a tee. Boy, was I wrong. It’s been some time since I’ve needed to do the early morning coach to Heathrow - something I haven’t missed if I’m remotely honest. But today… it’s been more challenging than ever, not … [Read more...]

Air Canada to resume 34 destinations on its international network

23/02/2022 by Kevincm

Air Canada Boeing 777-300ER at London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Air Canada is preparing for a busy Summer 2022 season, with the airline relaunching  34 Routes to Europe, Asia, Africa and The Middle East. Air Canada Boeing 777-300ER at London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Starting next month, routes will relaunch across the network. Examples given include: Toronto to Tel Aviv, Paris, Tokyo and Amsterdam, … [Read more...]

Airbus to test Hydrogen-power engines… with an A380

22/02/2022 by Kevincm

a white airplane flying in the sky

Whilst the industry looks towards the use of sustainable fuels, Airbus is to work with CFM International on the development of a hydrogen-powered demonstration programme. The proposed test platform - Image, Airbus.  Airbus has signed a partnership agreement with CFM International, (a 50/50 joint company between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines). Together, they will … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (19th/20th February)

19/02/2022 by Kevincm

a pink and white telephone booth

It's that time of the week again when I try to write something amusing after another fun week. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Greggs and Primark. What more could you want? Let's not talk about this week for my own sanity. Give me a week or so to calm down and I might have something to say about it. As well as another laptop review that I never wanted … [Read more...]

Big price rises ahead for public transport in London

15/02/2022 by Kevincm

London Underground S Stock train at Farringdon - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It seems that the inevitable is happening - with the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan having to raise fares across Transport for London's (TfL) services. London Underground S Stock train at Farringdon – Image, Economy Class and Beyond The changes will kick in from 1st March 2022, following conditions set in the short-term extension of TfL’s funding agreement with … [Read more...]

Gatwick Airport set to reopen the South Terminal

11/02/2022 by Kevincm

Gatwick airport overhead view - image, Vinci

In a step signifying the return of travel. Gatwick Airport is preparing to reopen its South Terminal. The South Terminal was mothballed in June 2020 due to the downturn in traffic. It is being reopened to help meet the expected strong demand this summer and beyond as confidence in international travel returns. It is set to reopen on  Sunday 27 March. The move follows … [Read more...]

Wonder Twin Powers Activate! Form of… an Airline! Spirit and Frontier plan to merge

07/02/2022 by Kevincm

two airplanes in the sky

It seems that Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines are to merge in an announcement today. Both Spirit Airlines, Inc. and Frontier Group Holdings, Inc have announced a definitive merger agreement under which the companies will combine, creating what they describe as "America’s most competitive ultra-low fare airline". The move will bring more ultra-low fares to … [Read more...]

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