Economy Class & Beyond

Finnair to deploy Panasonic’s ARC Map system

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One of the more interesting forms of IFE when there is nothing of interest on the system (apart from the sky), is the onboard map - a technology that has been innovating in the background for some time. As part of the refresh of its internals, Finnair is upgrading the maps used aboard its aircraft to use Panasonic Avionics "ARC" Map system. ARC is an … [Read more...]

SWISS unveil their first Boeing 777-300ER with a Premium Economy cabin

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Swiss International Air Lines has been working on their Premium Economy product, with the first plane now equipped and rolled out with it installed. The first aircraft to be configured with the Premium Economy product is HB-JNH. This will be deployed on SWISS’s Zurich-Miami services from the beginning of March onwards. SWISS will install the Premium … [Read more...]

LATAM unveils their new Business Class Amenity kits

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LATAM has updated their amenity kit, with them bringing local flair to their product.  The new amenity kits - called " Travel Eco Kits" are for passengers travelling in Premium Business cabins. These kits are based on local design and gradually incorporate sustainable elements. The collectable bags are designed to be reusable and versatile with a very long lifespan, … [Read more...]

UK Government announces plans to change Air Passenger Rights

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It seems Grant Shapps has nothing better to do today, than launching a consultation on passenger rights (there's some sort of report that has been released by Sue Gray, but I'm sure it's about nothing important). The new proposals will allow passengers to seek appropriate recompense for unfair practices, taking the place, taking the place of EC261 regulations. These … [Read more...]

Delta goes greener with its new onboard amenities

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Delta is trying to improve its eco-credentials as it builds out new amenities for passengers. Let's see what eco-steps the airline is taking. Starting this month, the airline will refresh its onboard product offerings with artisan-made amenity kits, recycled bedding, reusable and biodegradable service ware and premium canned wine. Together, the products will reduce onboard … [Read more...]

KLM to offer Air-Rail Link between Schipol and Amsterdam Centraal

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Flying as we know is one part of the multi-modal mix of travel - it is normally combined with something else - be it driving, coach, train or metro. KLM is making one of those connections, with passengers being able to book a train ticket from Schiphol to Amsterdam Centraal Station with NS Dutch Railways. NS and KLM together - Rendering, KLM According to the airline, the … [Read more...]

SWISS to introduce its first Airspace by Airbus Aircraft

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With the new Airbus A320neo aircraft, Swiss International Air Lines is taking delivery of, there, of course, comes a new cabin. SWISS is taking this forward, with the Airspace by Airbus cabin. This will be present in their new Airbus A320neo family fleet. The aircraft will be deployed on short to medium-haul routes, with the first two aircraft to enter revenue service … [Read more...]

ZIM to manufacture premium economy seats for Lufthansa Group

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ZIM Aircraft Seating continues to pick up orders, with Lufthansa Group selecting ZIMprivacy (PC-02) seat. The new seats will be installed on 19 of Lufthansa’s Boing B747-8 aircraft and an additional 9 SWISS Airbus A330. Lufthansa Group is a customer of ZIM, which have deployed their PC-01 premium economy seat in its long-haul fleet.  According to ZIM, the … [Read more...]

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