Economy Class & Beyond

Addio Air Italy – Airline suspends operations

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It seems that another airline can't make Italy work, with Air Italy facing the axe. Air Italy Airbus A330 arriving at Chicago O'Hare- Image, Economy Class and Beyond This comes after a meeting of the airlines shareholders (Alisarda and Qatar Airways through AQA Holding spa) which decided the “liquidazione in bonis” of the company - in effect liquidating … [Read more...]

Storm Ciara: Cancellations ahead

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If you're in the UK and Ireland, you're no doubt aware that Storm Ciara is upon us, bringing gales and high winds. And cancellations are in your future if have travel plans tomorrow. The UK weather warning map looking rather like a bunny - Data/Image - The Met Office The Met Office weather warning is at … [Read more...]

Airbus launches the HC-130 “Aston Martin Edition”

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So you've got an Aston Martin. But your helicopter doesn't match. What can you do about that? Well, Aston Martin Lagonda and Airbus Corporate Helicopter to release the "ACH130 Aston Martin Edition" Airbus ACH130 Aston Martin - with an Aston Martin - Image, Airbus The helicopters will come in four interior and exterior designs, the helicopters are embellished with … [Read more...]

Merry Christmas from Economy Class and Beyond

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For those who travel, there comes a point where we want to pause our travels and spend time with our loved ones. And Christmas is one of those times to come together. I hope you’ve made it to where you need today, and are spending it with those you love - be it at home, with friends, on a beach or enjoying your own company. On behalf of the Economy Class and Beyond … [Read more...]

Boeing to suspend 737 MAX production

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Boeing has tried to keep a semblance of order whilst the 737 MAX grounding was in force. Part of that semblance was gone yesterday after the announcement that they were suspending production of the type. Remaining Grounded for now and facing a production suspension - Image, The Boeing Company.  Whilst the grounding of the 737 MAX was in process, Boeing continued to … [Read more...]

Out of office today

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Thank you for visiting Economy Class and Beyond today. Alas, we're out today, celebrating a late birthday. And we're in Barcelona for the day. Why Barcelona? Why the heck not? Normal service resumes tomorrow. Maybe. Quiet possibly. Or whenever I get back to my keyboard to do some typing. Stay safe out there!   Welcome to Economy Class and … [Read more...]

On the road again

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Well, it's that time. I'm on the road again. In the dead of a night. The one difference this time - is I'm not at pleasure of National Express. But one of my friends is driving. The question of course is - will I drive her nuts first? Although one thing i wil sat is this: motorway fuel stops are expensive... Still. On our way to a land of milk and … [Read more...]

Go out and vote (General Election 2019)

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It's that time we've all been waiting for in the United Kingdom- the chance for the politicians to fall silent for a while, as the public exercises its democratic right on their policies, excuses and promises. What's important about today is one thing - YOU GO OUT AND VOTE. Your vote does matter. It's the chance to pass judgement on your local … [Read more...]