Economy Class & Beyond

Heathrow Airport, with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic to launch “Proof of Vaccination” trials

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British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Heathrow Airport have joined forces on a trial to prove it’s possible to quickly and easily verify those arriving into the UK who are fully vaccinated. The new UK proving trial, enabling inbound travellers to present their fully vaccinated status, will support the Government to move forward with its plans to remove quarantine … [Read more...]

Air France seeks to boost its “La Première” offering, working with triple Michelin-Stared Chef “Arnaud Donckele,”

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Air France is putting its entire La Première menu in the hands of a Triple Michelin star chef - Arnaud Donckele, marking the first time the entire menu has been designed by one chef for the airline. The dishes by Arnaud Donckele will be available between July to October 2021, on departures from Paris-Charles de Gaulle. The menu is designed in collaboration with … [Read more...]

Japan Airlines introduce’s “Sky Wellness Kitchen” with TANITA Cafe

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Japan Airlines has always tried to be innovative in the air when it comes to the second meal service. The airline is working with TANITA for a meal and wellness product on its long haul routes.   The move comes as part of the JAL “AIR series,” which has been in operation since 2011, will be revamped to offer a new menu,“Sky Wellness Kitchen” for … [Read more...]

Finnair introduces “Business Light” fares

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With companies trying to attract travellers back into the air, Finnair is adding a new fare class - Business Light. What are the differences? Let us dig in  Finnair Airbus A350-900 at Singapore Changi Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The move will see the airline introduce three fare types- Light, Classic and Flex - across their Economy and Business Cabins Business … [Read more...]

Heathrow Free Travel Zone ends

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One of the best features about travelling around the Heathrow area has finally vanished, with the Heathrow free travel zone being scrapped. Farwell, Free Travel Zone - Image, Heathrow Airport The move has been done in stages, but from the 12th of June, if you want to use the buses, you will need to pay to use them.] Heathrow announced in November 2020 we announced … [Read more...]

Aeroflot receive their first A320 with new Recaro seats

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Aeroflot recently took delivery of a new Airbus A320 - this time featuring nose-to-tail Recaro Aircraft Seats aboard the aircraft. Launching their new Aeroflot A320 - Image, Recaro.  Two types of seats will feature on the aircraft - the CL4710 for business class passengers and the BL3710 for its economy class cabin. Recaro will provide more than 50 … [Read more...]

Frankfurt Airport Terminal 2 set to reopen

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Following on from Lufthansa opening its First Class Lounge, Frankfurt Airport is set to reopen Terminal 2 from 1st June. Frankfurt Airport Terminal 2 check in area - Image, Economy Class and Beyond With Terminal 2 reopening, its parking facilities, the Sky Line and bus transfer connections to Terminal 1 will recommence operation too. If you're flying out of … [Read more...]

Lufthansa reopens its First Class Lounge at Frankfurt Airport

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Lufthansa is taking steps towards normality, with the airline planning to reopen its First Class Lounge at Frankfurt Airport from 1st June.  The lounge is being reopened in response to declining infection rates and the easing of travel restrictions - with more people want to fly again. The First Class Lounge will be the first major First Class … [Read more...]

easyJet to offer discounted testing options

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easyJet is working closer with testing provider Collinson to make testing easier and more affordable for its customers. easyJet Airbus A319 climbing out of Manchester Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond With testing being a requirement for travel, they are both attempting to making it easier and more affordable for customers to prepare to fly. The full prices … [Read more...]