It's been a bit quiet at Economy Class and Beyond as I've spent the week getting ready and delivering presentations at Frequent Traveler University this weekend... but here's what I've covered this week: In airline news, Etihad got the approval by the European Commission to take over Alitalia. In new purchases, Delta has been busy, and turned to Airbus for its next … [Read more...]
Last Week on Economy Class and Beyond
So another week has passed, and what have you missed on Economy Class and Beyond? I wrote about a time when I needed to contact an airline over a fare. With 48k of Avios and 1340 Tier Points on the line on a public fare, it seemed the right thing to do. In Networks, Finnair added Chicago to its destination list, Qatar goes daily to Edinburgh, British Airways to take … [Read more...]
This week on Economy Class and Beyond…
Another week has passed us by, and what's been going on at Economy Class and Beyond? Is the London City to Dublin route overserved? I crunch some numbers... and ponder if three carriers is too many as FlyBe launches services from London City Airport. United Airlines go to Newcastle Upon Tyne - a big win for Newcastle? Also I take a long hard look at American Airlines … [Read more...]
This Week on Economy Class and Beyond
What have you missed this week on Economy Class and Beyond? Lots is the answer! In airfares news: It's sale time with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and KLM offering some great deals in their Premium Cabins In new aircraft news: Qatar Airways are to send their A380 to Bangkok, and their A350s to Frankfurt. For those of you who like formation flying, check the video … [Read more...]
Sunday Digest: What you missed this week on Economy Class and Beyond
It's Sunday! Airplane art will follow soon, but for now - here's a quick look at what you've missed on Economy Class and Beyond this week: Economy Class and Beyond Launched! With time comes change. Find out about the changes, the new name and my commitment to bring you great content here Kevin and Uber. Why I didn't do Uber... Or does surge pricing switch me … [Read more...]
