Emirates has been talking about its planned Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER cabin refit programme for some time. Well, it seems the first aircraft has now entered the hangar for the work. The programme is planned to last two years, encompassing 120 aircraft. The first refit After completing flight EK928 from Cairo to Dubai on Monday, A6-EVM was steered to … [Read more...]

It's been some time, but British Airways is finally restoring its full Club World catering service. The return to full service will include new enhanced standards of dining where each course is served to customers individually, as opposed to offering the meal on one tray. For those customers wanting to maximise their sleep on board, the airline is also … [Read more...]

Panasonic Avionics Corporation has announced new features for its in-flight map platform, Arc.  Welcome to ARC v2.0 Arc v2.0 is an advanced map design that operates in a connected environment utilising the technology of Panasonic Avionics’ NEXT and its recently launched Astrova in-flight entertainment systems. Arc has been deployed by 25 airlines since … [Read more...]

It seems that Lufthansa is getting ready to show off its new generation of seating. And there is a family name - “Allegris”. Let us dive in. The “Allegris” brand will be prevalent across all travel classes (i.e. Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class). Lufthansa First Class Starting with First Class, the seat is becoming a suite that … [Read more...]

Austrian Airlines is expanding its Premium Economy product, with it expanding from 24 to 40 seats per aircraft. Austrian Airlines Boeing 777-20ER departing Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The airline has noted that since Premium Economy arrived on its aircraft in 2018, it has been well received by both business and leisure travellers. However, the … [Read more...]

It seems the capacity cap that was put in place by the management of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is going to be hanging around a lot longer as the airport struggles with people power. More caps at Schiphol - Image, Economy Class and Beyond  The cap, which affects the number of travellers that can depart from the airport will now continue until the end of March 2023. The … [Read more...]

At Economy Class and Beyond, we do like Pokemon a fair bit*. So imagine our delight when China Airlines unveiled its new Pokemon Jet. The new jet is called the "Pikachu Jet CI".  It is the first Pokémon-liveried aircraft in Taiwan. The aircraft that was painted was an Airbus A321neo. It was a new challenge for China Airlines, requiring … [Read more...]

It seems that the review into the vitality of Doncaster Sheffield Airport has concluded. And sadly, it is not good news for the facility. Twilight times - Image, Doncaster Sheffield Airport. The Peel Group announces that the Strategic Review at Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) has ended. Regretfully, no tangible proposals have been received regarding the ownership of … [Read more...]

Delta Air Lines is planning updates to Delta Premium Select - the airline's premium economy product. What changes is the airline offering? Delta is promising a refreshed cabin experience, featuring locally-inspired dining, premium hand-crafted amenities and more dedicated service touchpoints. The airline introduced Deta Premium Select in 2017 on select … [Read more...]