Economy Class & Beyond

Qatar Airways – Sofia returns, frequencies increased in parts of its network

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Qatar Airways is planning to boost its network again, adding Sofia and Bucharest back to the network, as well as increasing frequencies on parts of the network. Qatar Airways Airbus A350-900 at Hamad International Airport, Doha - Image, Economy Class and Beyond.  Sofia (Bulgaria) and Bucharest (Romania) will rejoin the network, with a 3 times a week service, marking it the … [Read more...]

SKY Express orders four A320neo aircraft

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It seems that some airlines are still in the mood to follow through with purchases - with SKY express of Greece ordering four Airbus A320neo aircraft. Sky Express Airbus A320neo - rendering, Airbus. With the order, SKY express becomes a new Airbus customer. In addition, the Greek airline recently leased two A320neos from ACG Aviation Capital Group. The airline has selected … [Read more...]

Alex Cruz to step down from British Airways, changes at the top of IAG

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It’s seems that International Airline Group is having a shuffle at the top of the airline, and British Airways CEO Alex Cruz will be stepping down from the role, making way for Sean Doyle of Aer Lingus to take over as Chief Executive... and eventually, chairman.   P45 for Mr Cruz please. In summary, the changes are: Alex Cruz, British Airways chairman and … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (11th October)

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It's that time of the week where I attempt to put the breaks on my sarasm and let the headlines speak for themselves. Yes, it's Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond   What things exist when you go out and explore? Great Bar Hall, Birmingham Editors note: This is going out a little late this week, as I'm doing a photoshoot this morning to keep my brain going in these … [Read more...]

AirAsia Japan to cease operation

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For the second time of asking, it seems AirAsia is walking away from Japan, with the airline to shutter its AirAsia Japan operation. Air Asia Airbus A320 at Singapore Changi Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The airline ceased operation on the 5th October, with flights operating under the DJ flight code ceasing. International services to Japan, from Malaysia, … [Read more...]

American Airlines to trial COVID-19 testing

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It seems American Airlines is joining the bandwagon to provide COVID-19 PCR testing, as they attempt to reopen their international markets, with plans for Jamaica, The Bahamas and Hawaii. American Airlines Boeing 787-8 Climbing out of O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The airline is collaborating with several foreign governments to begin offering preflight … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways to use HoneyWell’s UV Cleaning solution

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With cabin cleanliness in the forefront of everyone's minds, Qatar Airways is taking a step forward - with the airline being the first global carrier to operate Honeywell’s Ultraviolet (UV) Cabin System.  The Honeywell UV Cabin Cleaning System, aboard a Qatar Airways aircraft. Image, Qatar Airways The UV Cabin Cleaning system is about the size of an airline … [Read more...]

GE Aviation gain FAA certification for their 777X engine

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The business of developing the future ire continues, with GE Aviation gaining FAA approval for the engine that will power the Boeing 777X - The GE9X The GE9X - Image, GE Aviation.  The GE9X engine has been certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration authorities, marking a key milestone for the new twin-engine Boeing 777X family. The … [Read more...]

United Airlines to trial COVID-19 tests pre-flight

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It seems United Airlines is trying to seize the initiative, with the airline being the first U.S. carrier to make COVID-19 tests available to customers. Testing area at SFO- Image, United Airlines  The move is a pilot testing program for travellers that could make it easier for them to manage quarantine requirements and entry conditions of popular destinations … [Read more...]

Gulf Air to use the Recaro CL3710 Seat on their Airbus A321LR Aircraft

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As airlines work out their ongoing strategies, Gulf Air has selected new seating for its upcoming Airbus A321LR - with the airline selecting the Recaro CL3710 Recaro CL3710 - Image, Recaro.  The CL3710 has been used in many wide-bodied deployments, with this one of the first deployments of this seat in a narrow-body aircraft. With it being installed on … [Read more...]